Samsung CF396
Score: 72/100
Samsung LS34C502GAN
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Samsung ViewFinity S50GC is a 34-inch flat VA ultrawide monitor delivering UWQHD resolution, 100 Hz refresh and AMD FreeSync, aimed at professionals who need extensive screen real-estate and eye-care features. Its contrast is strong, but the panel can exhibit ghosting and the stand offers only tilt adjustment.
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.
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23.5 inches | 34 inchesbest | |
60 Hz | 100 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 msbest | 5 ms |
250 nits | 300 nitsbest | |
3,000best | 3,000best | |
1 | 2best | |
— | 1best | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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Display(5) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 23.5 inches | 34 inches |
Resolution | 1920x1080 | 3440x1440 |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 Hz | 100 Hz |
Response Time (GTG) (ms) | 4 ms | 5 ms |
Brightness (nits) | 250 nits | 300 nits |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 1 | 2 |
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.
Reviewers praise the smooth 100 Hz motion, deep blacks from the VA panel and comprehensive eye-care suite, while noting ghosting in dark scenes and the lack of speakers.
Users love the multitasking capability and smooth scrolling, but many mention ghosting in games and wish for built-in audio.
“I bought this monitor specifically because of its ability to display 2 different inputs side by side and it does that amazingly!”
“It has vivid color, nice sound system.”
“Great for office work and watching movies, but the stand feels a bit flimsy.”
