Samsung U28E590D
Score: 67/100
Samsung ViewFinity S8
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Samsung 37" ViewFinity S8 is a large 4K VA-panel monitor geared toward productivity, offering extensive connectivity with a 90 W USB-C dock and built-in KVM, while its ergonomic stand and HDR10 support enhance comfort and visual quality.
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 | 37 inchesbest | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 msbest | 5 ms |
370 nitsbest | 350 nits | |
1,000 | 3,000best | |
— | 100 %best | |
2best | 1 | |
1best | 1best |
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| Attribute | Samsung U28E590D | |
|---|---|---|
Display(6) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 28 inches | 37 inches |
Panel Type | TN | VA |
Response Time (GTG) (ms) | 1 ms | 5 ms |
HDR Support | false | true |
Brightness (nits) | 370 nits | 350 nits |
Contrast Ratio | 1000 | 3000 |
Connectivity(2) | ||
HDMI Ports | 2 | 1 |
USB‑C Port | false | true |
Power & Warranty(1) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 32 W | 190 W |
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 highlight the ViewFinity S8 as a premium productivity monitor, emphasizing its USB-C docking, built-in KVM, and ergonomic design, but criticize the lack of adaptive-sync technology and the 60 Hz refresh limit for gaming or high-motion use.
Everyday users love the monitor's size, sharp 4K display, and the convenience of a single-cable USB-C setup, while recurring complaints focus on missing speakers, limited viewing angles, HDR dimming, and occasional USB-C compatibility hiccups.
“Crisp, sharp image”
“Great for multitasking”
“Perfect for MacBooks”
