Samsung U28E590D
Score: 67/100
Samsung M8
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Samsung 32-inch M8 Smart Monitor blends a 4K VA display with built-in speakers, a webcam, USB-C docking and smart TV features, targeting hybrid work and entertainment setups while compromising on panel viewing angles and premium build.
The Samsung U28E590D is a 28-inch 4K TN monitor delivering crisp images and a 1 ms response at a budget price, suitable for productivity and casual gaming but constrained by limited color performance and HDMI bandwidth.
| Attribute | Samsung U28E590D | |
|---|---|---|
28 inches | 32 inchesbest | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 msbest | 4 ms |
370 nits | 400 nitsbest | |
1,000 | 3,000best | |
— | 99 %best | |
2best | 1 | |
1best | — |
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| Attribute | Samsung U28E590D | |
|---|---|---|
Display(6) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 28 inches | 32 inches |
Panel Type | TN | VA |
Response Time (GTG) (ms) | 1 ms | 4 ms |
HDR Support | false | true |
Brightness (nits) | 370 nits | 400 nits |
Contrast Ratio | 1000 | 3000 |
Connectivity(2) | ||
HDMI Ports | 2 | 1 |
USB‑C Port | false | true |
Power & Warranty(2) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 32 W | 70 W |
Warranty Period (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praised the U28E590D for its sharp 4K image, 1 ms response and AMD FreeSync, but criticized the TN panel's poor off-axis performance, lack of HDR and HDMI 30 Hz limitation.
Everyday users commend the crisp picture and value for 4K, yet note the inability to stream protected 4K content, narrow viewing angles and a flimsy stand.
Professional reviewers acknowledge the M8 as a feature-rich hybrid that excels in convenience and smart-TV integration, but criticize its VA panel limitations, lack of local dimming, modest 60 Hz refresh, and a build quality that feels cheap for its price.
Everyday users love the all-in-one convenience, especially the height-adjustable stand, USB-C docking and solar remote, but they repeatedly complain about washed-out colors, a wobbly stand, intrusive YouTube ads and a camera that doesn't match dedicated webcams.
“Crisp, sharp image”
“Great for multitasking”
“Perfect for MacBooks”
