Samsung CF396
Score: 72/100
LG 27US500
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Samsung CF396 is a 23.5-inch curved VA monitor praised for its high contrast and FreeSync support. Its 60 Hz refresh ceiling and limited ergonomics are notable trade-offs. Best suited for budget-conscious casual gamers and home-office users who value immersion over high-speed performance.
The LG 27US500-W is a 27-inch 4K IPS monitor offering HDR10 support and a 90% DCI-P3 color gamut, delivering sharp detail and vibrant colors. Its 60 Hz refresh and tilt-only stand limit suitability for fast-paced gaming and ergonomic flexibility. Best suited for creators and office users who prioritize resolution and color accuracy over high refresh rates.
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23.5 inches | 27 inchesbest | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 msbest | 5 ms |
250 nits | 300 nitsbest | |
3,000best | 1,000 | |
1best | 1best | |
— | 90 %best | |
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Features(1) | ||
Adaptive Sync | true | false |
Display(6) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 23.5 inches | 27 inches |
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840x2160 |
Panel Type | VA | IPS |
Response Time (ms) | 4 ms | 5 ms |
Brightness (nits) | 250 nits | 300 nits |
Contrast Ratio | 3000 | 1000 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 548 x 424 x 219 mm mm | 613.5x454.7x215.9 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the CF396 for its impressive 3000:1 contrast, effective AMD FreeSync implementation and low input lag, making it a solid choice for casual gaming and media consumption. However, they note the 60 Hz refresh ceiling, modest 1800R curvature on a small panel, and limited ergonomic adjustments as drawbacks for more demanding or office-centric use.
Everyday users praise the monitor's vivid colors, deep blacks and the immersive feel of the curve, especially given its low price. Common praise centers on eye-comfort features that lessen fatigue, while recurring complaints focus on the lack of height adjustment, occasional dark-scene smearing, a wobbling stand, and the outdated VGA input.
Professional reviewers and editors are not directly cited in the available sources; however, manufacturer and retailer descriptions highlight the monitor's strong color accuracy, 4K resolution, and space‑saving design, positioning it as a solid choice for creators and office users while noting its limited refresh rate and ergonomics for gaming or intensive workstation setups.
