Samsung CF396
Score: 68/100
Sceptre 24.5-inch Curved Gaming Monitor
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Sceptre C255B-FWT240 is a 24.5-inch curved VA monitor delivering a blistering 240 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response for competitive play. Its low brightness, basic tilt-only stand and subpar built-in speakers limit its suitability for bright environments and long sessions. Ideal for budget-focused esports enthusiasts.
The Samsung CF396 is a 23.5-inch curved VA monitor delivering Full HD resolution, 3000:1 static contrast and AMD FreeSync for smooth casual gaming. Its limited 60 Hz refresh rate and lack of height adjustment restrict its suitability for competitive play. Best suited for budget-conscious users seeking an immersive yet affordable experience.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
23.5 inches | 24.5 inchesbest | |
60 Hz | 240 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 ms | 1 msbest |
250 nits | 300 nitsbest | |
— | 99 %best | |
3,000best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.1 kgbest | 3.13 kg |
— | 1best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 1 | 2 |
Display(4) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 23.5 inches | 24.5 inches |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 Hz | 240 Hz |
Response Time (ms) | 4 ms | 1 ms |
Brightness (nits) | 250 nits | 300 nits |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (with stand) (kg) | 3.1 kg | 3.13 kg |
Width (with stand) (mm) | 548 mm | 558.5 mm |
Height (with stand) (mm) | 424 mm | 416.1 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recurring complaints focus on the lack of height adjustment, occasional dark-scene smearing, a wobbling stand, and the outdated VGA input.
“Excellent upgrade from older TN panels.”
“Not the best by far, use headphones instead.”
Professional reviewers commend the Sceptre 24.5-inch curved monitor for delivering a rare combination of 240Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time at a budget price, highlighting its immersive 1800R curve and vibrant 99% sRGB color coverage. They appreciate the thin bezels, solid construction, and lack of backlight bleed, but criticize the weak built-in speakers, limited tilt-only ergonomics, and the VA panel's inherent color-accuracy and ghosting drawbacks, especially in bright environments or at 60Hz.
Everyday users celebrate the monitor's smooth high-refresh performance and immersive curvature, often calling it an excellent value upgrade over older TN panels. Praise centers on the vibrant colors, solid build, and clean visuals, while recurring frustrations focus on the low-quality speakers, lack of ergonomic adjustments, VA ghosting, and insufficient brightness for bright rooms or console use.
