Samsung CF396
Score: 72/100
KOORUI MG24H3F
Score: 60/100Rankings
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.
A 24-inch Fast IPS gaming monitor delivering 240 Hz refresh and 1 ms response, with good color coverage and HDR400, aimed at esports enthusiasts while lacking extensive ergonomics and strong HDR performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
23.5 inches | 24 inchesbest | |
60 Hz | 240 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 ms | 1 msbest |
250 nitsbest | — | |
3,000best | — | |
— | 99 %best | |
1best | 1best | |
— | 1best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(4) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 23.5 inches | 24 inches |
Panel Type | VA | IPS |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 Hz | 240 Hz |
Response Time (GTG) (ms) | 4 ms | 1 ms |
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.
Tech reviewers praise the true 240 Hz experience on a Fast IPS panel and the vibrant colors, noting the lack of a certified G-Sync label and modest HDR brightness as minor drawbacks.
Users highlight buttery-smooth gameplay and vivid colors, but report backlight bleed, a sluggish OSD, and limited ergonomic options.
“Incredibly smooth gameplay-perfect for competitive gaming.”
“Backlight bleed in dark rooms, especially at the bottom edge.”
