Samsung CF39 Series FBASAMLC27F398FWNXZA 27" Black 2017
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
What Buyers Say
Samsung CF39 Series FBASAMLC27F398FWNXZA 27" Black 2017
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this curved monitor, praising its excellent picture quality, immersive curve, and great value for the price. Many find it ideal for work tasks like spreadsheets and coding, despite some initial concerns. A few negative experiences include a unit failing after two years and a minor wobble, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- Immersive curved display
- Great value for money
- Easy assembly
- Eye saver mode
Cons
- Limited stand adjustability
- Minor wobble when desk bumped
- Not 4K resolution
- Potential for dead pixels after years
- External power supply
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
The BenQ MA270U is overwhelmingly praised by Mac users for its exceptional color accuracy and sharpness, which closely matches Apple's Retina display. Reviewers highlight the easy USB-C connectivity, matte finish that reduces glare, and the value it offers at a fraction of the cost of Apple's own monitor. A few users note the premium price, but most agree it is worth the investment for a high-quality external display.
Pros
- Exceptional color accuracy and sharpness
- Easy USB-C connectivity
- Matte finish reduces glare
- Great value compared to Apple monitor
- Simple and quick setup
Cons
- Premium price point
- No built-in webcam
- Requires AC power, not USB-powered
- No built-in speakers mentioned by some
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung CF39 Series FBASAMLC27F398FWNXZA 27" | BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | — | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,800 | — |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 4 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync★ | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | — | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | — | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | — | 0★ |
| USB-C | — | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | — | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | — | ✓★ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | 25W★ | 40W |
| Weight | 4.10 kg★ | 8.20 kg |
Pros & Cons
Samsung CF39 Series FBASAMLC27F398FWNXZA 27" Black 2017
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average connectivity (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average ergonomic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average color (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average portability (28th percentile)
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong color (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 14 of 31 specs.