Sim racing · head‑to‑head
Choosing between these two monitors comes down to a choice between superior on-paper ultrawide specs from a rebranded newcomer and an established, highly curved budget option with known real-world quirks. While one offers more screen real estate, the other is a proven commodity for multi-monitor cockpits.
The Samsung Odyssey G5 suffers from notable black smearing, a flimsy stand, and a recessed VESA mount that complicates rig mounting. Meanwhile, the Trak Racer display is widely flagged as a white-label Chinese import lacking independent technical reviews, backed by slow customer support.
If you want a single, wider screen with better raw specs, the Trak Racer 34-inch ultrawide delivers on paper despite the brand's customer support complaints. However, for those building a triple-monitor setup, the Samsung Odyssey G5 32-inch remains the safer, community-approved budget choice despite its physical mounting flaws and panel smearing.
| 34″ Ultrawide UWQHD 165Hz 1ms QLED 3440×1440 21:9 Curved Gaming Monitor | Samsung Odyssey G5 32″ Gaming Monitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Trak Racer | — |
| Ecosystem | Universal | Universal |
| Starting Price | $319.67 (A$449.00) | $299.00Best |
| Price trend | Cheapest retailer changed — see product page | Unchanged over 90 days |
| Size | 34 inBest | 32 in |
| Resolution | 3440x1440 | 2560x1440 |
| Refresh Rate | 165 HzBest | 144 Hz |
| Panel | va | va |
| Curved | Yes | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 16:9 |