Samsung CF396
Score: 72/100
Sceptre E275W-FW100T
Score: 80/100Rankings
A 27-inch budget Full-HD gaming monitor with a 100 Hz VA panel, 1 ms blur-reduction response, AMD FreeSync and built-in speakers, aimed at casual gamers and home-office users.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
23.5 inches | 27 inchesbest | |
60 Hz | 100 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 msbest | 5 ms |
250 nits | 280 nitsbest | |
3,000best | 3,000best | |
— | 100 %best | |
1 | 2best | |
— | 1best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(4) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 23.5 inches | 27 inches |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 Hz | 100 Hz |
Response Time (GTG) (ms) | 4 ms | 5 ms |
Brightness (nits) | 250 nits | 280 nits |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 1 | 2 |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Tilt Range (°) | -2 to 22 ° | 20 ° |
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.
Professional reviewers highlight the strong value proposition, noting the 100 Hz panel, 1 ms blur-reduction response, AMD FreeSync and near-borderless design, while acknowledging the lack of HDR and limited ergonomics.
Everyday users rate the monitor highly for its affordability, built-in speakers and smooth gaming performance, though they note the low pixel density and occasional missing accessories.
“great value for the price”
“missing power adapter”
