Samsung U28E590D
Score: 63/100Samsung QB43R 43-inch
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Samsung QB43R 43-inch commercial display provides 4K clarity and built-in speakers in a compact, pivot-capable form factor, ideal for digital signage. However, its modest RAM, storage, and connectivity limit more demanding applications.
The Samsung U28E590D is a budget-friendly 28-inch 4K monitor with a fast TN panel, high brightness and basic ergonomic features. It excels for productivity and casual gaming when used via DisplayPort, but suffers from limited viewing angles and lack of HDR.
| Attribute | Samsung U28E590D | Samsung QB43R 43-inch |
|---|---|---|
28 inches | 43 inchesbest | |
8,294,400 pixelsbest | 8,294,400 pixelsbest | |
60 Hzbest | — | |
370 nitsbest | 350 nits | |
1,000 | 4,000best | |
— | 92 %best | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 msbest | 8 ms |
| ↓ lower better | 0.16 mmbest | 0.429 mm |
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| Attribute | Samsung U28E590D | Samsung QB43R 43-inch |
|---|---|---|
Display(6) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 28 inches | 43 inches |
Panel Type | TN | LCD Edge LED |
Brightness (nits) | 370 nits | 350 nits |
Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 | 4000 |
Response Time (ms) | 1 ms | 8 ms |
Pixel Pitch (mm) | 0.160 mm | 0.429 mm |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 32 W | 67 W |
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Professional reviewers praised the U28E590D for its sharp 4K image, 1.07 billion color capability and the inclusion of DisplayPort 1.2 that enables 4K at 60 Hz, as well as its flicker-free and Eye Saver technologies. However, they criticized the TN panel's poor off-axis performance, the lack of full gamma control, the absence of HDR and the missing HDCP 2.2 support, which limits playback of protected 4K media.
Everyday users consistently commend the monitor's crisp, sharp picture, its usefulness for multitasking and its good value for a 4K display, especially when paired with MacBooks. Recurring complaints focus on the inability to stream protected 4K content, narrow viewing angles, occasional dead pixels, a flimsy stand, and the HDMI 30 Hz limitation.
Professional reviewers highlight the QB43R's integrated MagicInfo S6 and SSSP 6.0 platform as a major advantage, noting its ease of deployment, Cisco certification and dust-resistant rating, while cautioning about limited RAM and storage.
Everyday users praise the plug-and-play setup, reliable performance, built-in speakers and slim design, but report HDMI handshake issues and limited USB/HDMI standards.
“Crisp, sharp image”
“Great for multitasking”
“Perfect for MacBooks”
