Samsung Details CRG5 Curved Gaming Monitor with NVIDIA G-SYNC Support

The company's newest curved monitor has been revealed.

Samsung has announced the latest addition to its lineup of curved gaming monitors. The new 27-inch CRG5 (C27RG5) is set to launch in July for an MSRP of $399.99.

"Samsung's delivering next-level gaming experiences with innovative curved displays using the latest graphics technology to immerse gamers like never before," said Seog-gi Kim, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. "Combining a 240Hz refresh rate with NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility in Samsung’s new CRG5 curved gaming monitor gives gamers advanced performance for the most graphic-intense games."

The CRG5 features a 27-inch curved VA LCD panel with a 1500R display curvature and a full HD resolution of 1920×1080. In addition, the monitor incorporates 240Hz RapidCurve technology to reduce screen lag time, along with NVIDIA G-Sync compatibility to reduce screen tearing for smoother gameplay. Typical brightness is rated for 300 nits and the contrast ratio is rated for 3,000:1. 

Meanwhile, when it comes to the monitor's external aesthetic, the unit features a minimal bezel design with a near edge-to-edge screen on three sides. A sturdy, ergonomic stand is included as well, and the screen includes several pre-set display options for different game genres via an on-screen digital menu. Likewise, users can also create up to three separate display profiles.

Here's a full rundown of key specs per Samsung:

• Screen Size: 27-inches
• Aspect Ratio: 0.67291666666667
• Flat / Curved: Curved
• Screen Curvature: 1500R
• Refresh Rate: 240Hz
• Panel Type: VA
• Contrast Ratio Static: 3,000:1(Typ)
• Viewing Angle (H/V): 178°(H)/178°(V)
• Response Time: 4ms (GTG)
• Resolution: 1,920 x 1,080
• Brightness (Typical): 300cd/ ㎡
• G-SYNC: G-SYNC Compatible
• Game Mode: Custom/FPS/RTS/RPG/AOS/Cinema/DCR
• Low Input Lag Mode: Yes
• Virtual Aim Point: Yes
• Black Equalizer: Yes
• Eye Saver Mode: Yes
• Flicker Free: Yes
• Easy Setting Box: Yes
• Windows Certification: Windows 10
• Display Port: 1 EA
• Display Port Version: 1.2
• HDMI: 2 EA
• HDMI Version: 2
• Headphone: Yes
• Color: DARK BLUE GRAY
• Tilt: -2.0° (±2.0°) ~ 15.0° (±2.0°)
• Mount: VESA/ VESA Compatible Arm

Source: Samsung