Samsung 55" Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen 4K UHD 1000R Curved Gaming Monitor, 165Hz, 1ms, 4 Input Multi View, Quantum Mini-LED, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, HDR 10+, Height Adjustable Screen, LS55CG970NNXGO

Samsung 55" Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen 4K UHD 1000R Curved Gaming Monitor (LS55CG970NNXGO)

Name: Samsung 55" Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen 4K UHD 1000R Curved Gaming Monitor, 165Hz, 1ms, 4 Input Multi View, Quantum Mini-LED, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, HDR
Brand: Unbranded
SKU: B0CDQKYXTC

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Bottom line: The Samsung 55" Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen 4K UHD 1000R Curved Gaming Monitor: Massive 55" 4K UHD panel with immersive 1000R curvature; main trade-off: multi View caps at 120Hz and disables VRR, Game Mode, Cloud Game.

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By Mike Perry, Founder & Editor-in-Chief · Listing data updated 2026-10-05

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Massive 55" 4K UHD panel with immersive 1000R curvature
✓ 165Hz refresh with 1ms response for smooth, blur-free gaming
✓ 4-input Multi View plus DisplayPort 1.4 runs PC and console at once
✓ Built-in KVM controls multiple PCs with one keyboard and mouse
✓ 60W 2.2.2 Sound Dome with Dolby Atmos, lowest 45Hz notes in class

Cons

✗ Multi View caps at 120Hz and disables VRR, Game Mode, Cloud Game
✗ 55" footprint demands a large desk and generous viewing distance
✗ 1000R curve is polarizing for productivity and multi-window work

Manufacturer description

Elevate your game with Samsung's Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen with enhanced Multi-View, now with up to 4 inputs at once, including an all-new Display Port 1.4. The 55" rotating screen with 1000R curvature enables max immersion, featuring 4K UHD resolution, 165Hz and 1ms response time. With added KVM Switch you have full control of your command center with a single mouse and keyboard. *In Cockpit Mode, Multi View can show up to 3 screens on one display. Game Mode, VRR, and Cloud Game are not supported while in Multi View mode. While in Multi View mode, refresh rates of up to 120Hz are supported for…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Key Features

4-INPUT MULTI VIEW: With the upgraded Multi View, connect and see up to 4 different inputs at once, including the all new Display Port; Play console and PC games at the same time; Focus on games while connecting with friends all on one screen*
55" LARGE SCREEN & 1000R CURVATURE: 55-inch screen delivers a picture that overwhelms your senses, creating an adrenaline-fueled experience; This is upgraded by 1000R curvature to wrap around your field of vision for maximum immersion**
INCREDIBLE 4K GAMING REFRESH RATES: 165Hz refresh rate eliminates lag for ultra-smooth action; Identify enemies with elite precision with a 1ms response time, precise mouse movements, and blur-free frames, with minimized ghosting***
SWING INTO GROUNDBREAKING VIEWS: Rotate the screen to Cockpit Mode with HAS, tilt and pivot functionality for an optimal screen environment; Perfect positioning creates a new sense of world-blending immersion, enhanced by Eclipse Lighting****
MULTIPLE INPUTS, 1 CONTROL STATION: Use multiple PCs and built-in apps on the Odyssey Ark with a single mouse and keyboard; Move mouse across all your connected devices' displays on one screen to control a different device in a snap*****
SOUND DOME TECHNOLOGY: 4 corner speakers & 2 central woofers result in a 60W 2.2.2 channel w/ the lowest 45Hz notes of any gaming screen or gaming soundbar; AI Sound Booster & Dolby Atmos surround you in a 3D soundscape******

Full Specifications

Brand	Samsung
Color	Black
Shape	Curved
Voltage	110 volts
Brightness	600 candela_per_square_meter
Model Name	Odyssey Ark G97NC
Resolution	4K UHD 2160p
Color Gamut	100
Screen Size	55 inches
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Display Type	LED
Model Number	LS55CG970NNXGO
Refresh Rate	165 hertz
Adaptive Sync	FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync Compatible
Compatibility	PC
Mounting Type	Wall Mount
Response Time	1 milliseconds
Screen Finish	Glossy
Viewing Angle	178 degrees
Warranty Type	1 Year Manufacturer Warranty
Full listing title	Samsung 55" Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen 4K UHD 1000R Curved Gaming Monitor, 165Hz, 1ms, 4 Input Multi View, Quantum Mini-LED, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, HDR 10+, Height Adjustable Screen, LS55CG970NNXGO

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