Samsung CF396
Score: 72/100
BenQ GW2490
Score: 80/100Rankings
The BenQ GW2490 is a 23.8-inch IPS Full-HD monitor that focuses on eye-care features and color accuracy, offering a smooth 100 Hz refresh via DisplayPort and a sleek, VESA-mountable design.
The Samsung CF396 is a 23.5-inch curved VA-panel monitor offering Full HD resolution, 1800R curvature and eye-comfort features, targeting budget-conscious users seeking immersive visuals for casual gaming and everyday use.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
23.5 inches | 23.8 inchesbest | |
60 Hz | 100 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 msbest | 5 ms |
250 nitsbest | 250 nitsbest | |
3,000best | 1,300 | |
— | 99 %best | |
1 | 2best | |
— | 1best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(5) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 23.5 inches | 23.8 inches |
Panel Type | VA | IPS |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 Hz | 100 Hz |
Response Time (GTG) (ms) | 4 ms | 5 ms |
Contrast Ratio | 3000 | 1300 |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 1 | 2 |
Power & Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 1 years | 3 years |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers rate the CF396 as a well-balanced budget monitor, praising its 1800R curvature, AMD FreeSync, and eye-comfort technologies while noting the limited 60 Hz refresh rate and lack of ergonomic adjustments keep it from competing with higher-end gaming displays.
Everyday users appreciate the monitor's immersive curve, vibrant colors, and eye-care features, highlighting its sleek design and easy setup as major positives. Common complaints focus on low brightness in bright rooms, the absence of height adjustment, the modest 60 Hz refresh rate, and limited connectivity options.
Professional reviewers consider the GW2490 a top-tier office monitor, lauding its TUV-certified eye-care technologies, adaptive brightness, and 99% sRGB accuracy, while noting limited ergonomic adjustments and modest speakers.
Everyday users consistently praise the monitor's sharp text, accurate colors straight out of the box, thin bezels and eye-comfort suite, but complain about limited tilt adjustment, HDMI refresh limits and low-power speakers.
“The colors are spot-on and the 100 Hz makes scrolling feel buttery.”
“I love the eye-care features; my eyes feel less strained after long sessions.”
“The stand only tilts and feels a bit wobbly.”
