Samsung's 32-inch 1440p 165 Hz gaming monitor falls to its lowest price yet with 46% off for Prime Day — grab the curved Odyssey G55C at just $189.99

Pricing for the best gaming monitors has generally been trending downward, particularly the 1440p high-refresh segment which continues to be the sweet spot for most gamers. Take for instance the Samsung Odyssey G5 G55C curved gaming monitor. Originally launched at $349.99, it is now available at its lowest-ever price of $189.99 on Amazon just days ahead of Prime Day, representing a discount of roughly 46%.

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The Samsung Odyssey G5 G55C gaming monitor offers a 32-inch 1000R curved VA panel offering a 165 Hz refresh rate and 1440p QHD resolution. This monitor is suitable for gamers with mid-range systems, especially if they are looking for a curved screen for increased immersion. It is also HDR10-compliant, which should result in vivid colors, although the peak brightness levels are limited to 300 nits.

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Samsung Odyssey G55C: was $349.99 now $189.99 at Amazon

The Samsung Odyssey G55C is a 32-inch curved gaming monitor with 1440p resolution and a 165 Hz refresh rate. It also offers AMD FreeSync and is HDR 10-compliant, giving you maximum immersion.

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The Samsung Odyssey G5 G55C gaming monitor offers a 32-inch 1000R curved VA panel offering a 165 Hz refresh rate and 1440p QHD resolution. This monitor is suitable for gamers with mid-range systems especially if you are looking for a curved screen for increased immersion. It is also HDR10-compliant, which should result in vivid colors, although the peak brightness levels are limited to 300 nits.

The 1ms MPRT response time achieved using backlight strobing, should help in reducing any sort of blurring while support for AMD FreeSync should ensure that the monitor and GPU stay in sync for a smooth and tear-free experience. In terms of connectivity, the monitor comes with HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.2 inputs allowing one to connect more than one device. There are no inbuilt speakers, however, the 3.5mm audio jack allows you to plug in headphones or external speakers.

At its discounted price of $189.99, the Samsung Odyssey G5 G55C offers compelling value. It may not offer the best color accuracy or HDR performance when compared to IPS or OLED displays, but it is definitely worth considering for gamers who are looking to step up from a 1080p monitor. With Prime Day just around the corner, it may be worth keeping an eye on similar deals, although this discount already represents solid value for anyone planning a gaming monitor upgrade.

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