Samsung U28E590D
Score: 67/100
Samsung M80C
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Samsung M80C is a 27-inch 4K smart monitor that blends a VA panel with Tizen OS, offering built-in streaming apps, productivity tools and extensive ergonomics. It targets remote workers and multitaskers who want a single device for work, entertainment and smart-home control.
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 inchesbest | 27 inches | |
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 | 27 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 |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Tilt Range (°) | 17 ° | -2 to 15 ° |
Power & Warranty(2) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 32 W | 26.1 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 describe the M80C as a hybrid workhorse that blends a high-quality 4K smart TV with PC-grade productivity tools, praising its ergonomic stand and Tizen ecosystem while noting the lack of adaptive sync and modest HDR brightness.
Everyday users praise the monitor for its all-in-one convenience, especially the USB-C single-cable setup, sharp 4K visuals and the pivot function that makes reading and coding easier. SmartThings and voice assistants are also highlighted as smooth and useful for home automation.
“Crisp, sharp image”
“Great for multitasking”
“Perfect for MacBooks”
