Samsung Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen. (G97NC) 55″ 4K UHD (3840 x 2160), VA Panel, 1ms(GTG), 165Hz, 4 Input Multi View, Quantum Mini-LED, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, HDMI 2.1, Adjustable HAS PIVOT Stand, 1000R Curved Gaming Monitor

Premium Immersive Gaming & Multi-Task Monitor

Key Specifications

The Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen (55″) is a high-end gaming display that brings cinematic immersion and multitasking power into a single screen. With a 55-inch class curved 1000R panel, this monitor wraps visual experience around you and transforms between conventional use and a cockpit-style environment. The large size and curvature are designed to put you “inside” the game or workspace rather than simply looking at it.

Screen Size: 55″ class

Resolution: 3840 × 2160 (4K UHD)

Panel/Backlight: VA with Quantum Mini-LED local dimming (>1,000 zones)

Refresh Rate: Up to 165 Hz

Response Time: 1 ms (GtG)

Curvature: 1000R

Multi-View: Supports up to 4 input sources displayed simultaneously

Special Modes: Cockpit Mode (tilt/rotate), Ark Dial controller, Game Bar, Smart Hub features

Audio: 60 W 2.2.2-channel with Dolby Atmos and advanced sound dome tech

Connectivity: 3 × HDMI (incl HDMI 2.1), DisplayPort 1.4, USB hub ports

Ideal For: Gaming at high refresh, ultra immersive setups, streaming + multitasking, high-end workstation/entertainment mix

Visual Performance & Display Technology

Multi-Input, Multi-View & Command Center Features

This model features true 4K UHD resolution (3840×2160) combined with a high refresh rate of up to 165 Hz and a rapid 1 ms grey-to-grey response time — ideal for competitive gaming where motion clarity and low latency matter. It also implements Quantum Mini-LED backlighting (with over 1,000 local dimming zones) for excellent contrast, deep blacks and HDR highlight performance. The 1000R curvature ensures the edges of the screen remain within your field of view and reduce eye movement, enhancing immersion.

The Samsung Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen goes beyond a typical monitor by offering Multi-View capability: you can connect multiple devices (PC, console, streaming box, tablet) and display up to four inputs at once on one screen — split and positioned according to your needs. The Ark Dial controller allows fast switching of modes, screen layout, picture-in-picture selection, Game Bar access and custom presets. In “Cockpit Mode” the screen can be rotated, tilted and adjusted for height, enabling a panoramic or vertical layout depending on task (gaming, work, streaming).

Audio, Connectivity & Smart Features

Why Choose This Monitor

Integrated into the monitor is a 60 W 2.2.2-channel speaker system with sound-dome technology, supporting Dolby Atmos and immersive audio from corners of the screen. Connectivity includes three HDMI ports (including HDMI 2.1 versions suitable for high refresh console/PC use), DisplayPort 1.4, USB hub ports and built-in networking capabilities. Internal smart features allow the monitor to act like a hub for smart-home and entertainment use, turning your display into a full entertainment/creation environment.

If you’re looking for a major upgrade over standard monitors — whether for immersive gaming, multi-device streaming, large-scale multitasking, content creation or a hybrid setup of work and play — the Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen is a unique proposition. Its blend of top-tier gaming spec, massive screen real estate and flexible mode switching sets it apart from typical 27″-32″ gaming monitors. That said, its size, curvature and upfront cost make it best suited for dedicated setups rather than casual desk use.