Samsung ViewFinity S80UD 37" Black 2024
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
What Buyers Say
Samsung ViewFinity S80UD 37" Black 2024
The monitor delivers excellent 4K picture quality and a large screen that is ideal for multitasking and development work. However, several verified reviews highlight significant drawbacks: the control button is awkwardly placed on the back, the KVM functionality is misleading and does not work as a true switch, and the built-in network adapter is much slower than a direct connection. Panel uniformity issues, such as dark bleeding near the edges, are also noted. While the size and sharpness are praised, the monitor's flaws prevent it from being a top recommendation.
Pros
- Excellent 4K picture quality
- Large screen for multitasking
- Easy tool-free assembly
- 90W power delivery via USB-C
- Good port selection including LAN
Cons
- Awkwardly placed control button on back
- Misleading KVM functionality
- Slow built-in network adapter
- Panel uniformity issues with dark edges
- No remote control included
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 ViewFinity S80UD 37" | BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 37" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | VA | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 5 ms | 5 ms |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| HDR | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1★ | 0 |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Power | 190W | 40W★ |
| Weight | 8.90 kg | 8.20 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Samsung ViewFinity S80UD 37" Black 2024
- Strong display (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong color (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong feature (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average performance (21st 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)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 29 specs.
