Samsung CF396
Score: 52/100
LG 32GS60QC-B
Score: 70/100Rankings
The LG 32GS60QC-B UltraGear is a 32-inch QHD VA gaming monitor featuring a 1000R curvature, 180 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response time, and HDR10 support. It offers deep blacks and high contrast but suffers from VA-related ghosting, limited ergonomics, and modest HDR performance.
The Samsung CF396 is a 23.5-inch curved VA monitor with Full HD resolution, 1800R curvature and eye-care features, targeting budget-conscious users who want an immersive display for casual gaming and office work.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
23.5 inches | 31.5 inchesbest | |
60 Hz | 180 Hzbest | |
1,920 pixels | 2,560 pixelsbest | |
1,080 pixels | 1,440 pixelsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 ms | 1 msbest |
250 nits | 300 nitsbest | |
3,000best | 3,000best | |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(7) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 23.5 inches | 31.5 inches |
Resolution (Horizontal) (pixels) | 1920 pixels | 2560 pixels |
Resolution (Vertical) (pixels) | 1080 pixels | 1440 pixels |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 Hz | 180 Hz |
Response Time (ms) | 4 ms | 1 ms |
Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | AMD FreeSync Premium |
Brightness (nits) | 250 nits | 300 nits |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 1 | 2 |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Tilt Range (degrees) | -2 to 22 degrees | 20 degrees |
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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 acknowledge the monitor's strong contrast, immersive curvature, and high refresh rate, but criticize its VA-related motion handling, limited ergonomics, and only token HDR support.
Everyday users love the monitor's immersive curve, deep blacks, and gaming-specific features, but repeatedly complain about ghosting, VRR flicker, and the lack of height adjustment. HDR is generally considered disappointing.
