Standing screen display size | 32 Inches |
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Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels |
Max Screen Resolution | 1920x1080 Pixels |
Processor | 2.2 GHz apple_ci7 |
RAM | LPDDR5 |
Memory Speed | 4800 MHz |
Hard Drive | 6 TB SSD |
Graphics Coprocessor | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Chipset Brand | Intel |
Card Description | Integrated |
Graphics Card Ram Size | 64 GB |
Wireless Type | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
SAMSUNG 32 inch CF391 Curved Monitor (LC32F391FWNXZA) - 1080p, Dual Monitor, Laptop Monitor, Monitor Stand/Riser/Mount Compliant, AMD Freesync, Gaming, HDMI, White
Screen Size | 32 Inches |
Display Resolution Maximum | 1920x1080 Pixels |
Brand | SAMSUNG |
Special Feature | Curved Monitor |
Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
About this item
- 1800R curvature of the screen provides a truly immersive viewing experience
- An ultra-slim and sleek profile that measures less than 05 inch thick The simple circular stand will add a modern look to your space. Product Dimensions With Stand- 28.5 x 20.6 x 9.8 Inches. Product Dimensions Without Stand- 28.5 x 16.9 x 3.7 Inches
- Game Mode technology which allows you to enjoy smooth images, even during the fastest moving scenes. Power Consumption (Stand-by) Less than 0.3Watt
- Experience vibrant, stunningly vivid colors with Samsung's Active Crystal Color technology The excellent 5000:1 contrast ratio delivers deep blacks and bright whites
- Energy Saving Plus reduces screen brightness to save power, plus the screen brightness automatically transitions fluidly—reducing energy use even more. Windows Compatible:Yes. Mac Compatible
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Picture quality | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.2 |
For gaming | 4.1 | 4.0 | 3.8 | 4.1 | 3.6 | 4.3 |
Screen quality | 3.9 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 3.8 | 3.8 | — |
Brightness | 4.4 | — | 4.0 | 4.2 | — | 4.5 |
Value for money | — | 5.0 | 4.1 | 3.7 | — | 4.2 |
Sold By | — | G-Overstock | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | RiteBuy Electronics | Amazon.com |
display size | 32 inches | 32 inches | 32 inches | 32 inches | 27 inches | 32 inches |
resolution | FHD 1080p | FHD 1080p | FHD 1080p | QHD Wide 1440p | FHD 1080p | FHD 1080p |
display technology | LED | LCD | LCD | 3840 X 2160 | LCD | — |
hardware interface | usb3.2 gen 1, usb3.2 gen 1, hdmi | hdmi, displayport | hdmi, displayport, headphone | hdmi, displayport | hdmi, vga | hdmi |
viewing angle | 178 degrees | — | 178 degrees | — | 178 degrees | — |
mounting type | VESA Compatibility - Mountable: 75 x 75 mm | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount |
From the manufacturer
Samsung C32F391 Monitor
32 inch Curved White LED Monitor.
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Immersive Viewing Experience with Curved ScreenThe 1800R curvature of the screen provides a truly immersive viewing experience that lets you enjoy big, bold and stunning panoramic views while you work or play. With its design inspired by the curve of the human eye, the Samsung CF391 monitor delivers a comfortable and enjoyable viewing experience for your home or office use. |
Ultra-slim DesignFeaturing an ultra-slim and sleek profile the Samsung CF391 monitor measures less than 0.5 inch thick. Make a stylish statement while staying productive with the 32 inch curved screen. The simple circular stand will add a modern look to your space. |
Enhanced Gaming Experience with Game ModeGame mode instantly optimizes screen colors and contrast for gaming to ensure you enjoy every scene at its best. |
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Brilliant Picture QualityExperience vibrant, stunningly vivid colors with Samsung's Active Crystal Color technology. The excellent 5000:1 contrast ratio delivers deep blacks and bright whites so you can clearly see even in the darkest or brightest scene. |
Energy Saving PlusThe Energy saving feature reduces screen brightness to save power, plus the screen brightness automatically transitions fluidly—reducing energy use even more. The monitor itself is also constructed without PVC*. *Some cabling contains PVC (Polyvinyl chloride). |
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Screen size | 32" | 28" | 27" | 27" | 24" | 27" |
Curvature Degree | 1800R | 1800R | 1800R | 1800R | 1800R | |
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
Input connections | HDMI, DP | 2 HDMI, DP | HDMI, DP, D-Sub | HDMI, DP | 2 HDMI, DP | 2 HDMI, DP |
Intergrated Speakers | ✓ | |||||
Viewing Angle and Tilt | 178°/178° // -2° ~ 22° | 170°/160° // -2° ~ 20° | 178°/178° // -2° ~ 20° | 178°/178° // -2° ~ 22° | 178°/178° // -3° ~ 20° | 178°/178° // -5° ~ 15° |
Brightness | 250cd/m2 | 370cd/m2 | 250cd/m2 | 250cd/m2 | 350cd/m2 | 350cd/m2 |
Response time | 4ms (GTG) | 1ms (GTG) | 4ms (GTG) | 4ms (GTG) | 1ms (MPRT) | 1ms (MPRT) |
Included in box | Monitor, Power Cable, HDMI Cable, Quick Setup Guide | Monitor, Power Cable, HDMI/DP Cable, Quick Setup Guide | Monitor, Power Cable, HDMI Cable, Quick Setup Guide | Monitor, Power Cable, HDMI Cable, Quick Setup Guide | Monitor, Power Cable, HDMI/DP Cable, Quick Setup Guide, Install CD | Monitor, Power Cable, HDMI/DP Cable, Quick Setup Guide, Install CD |
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Product Description
1800R curved monitor with 3000:1 contrast ratio provides a truly immersive viewing experience on a beautiful 32” screen. Featuring a glossy white design, the monitor boasts Game Mode technology which allows users to enjoy smooth images, even during the fastest moving scenes. With HDMI and Display Port inputs, you can easily connect any of your peripherals to enjoy on this Samsung monitor.
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Technical Details
Brand | SAMSUNG |
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Series | Samsung |
Item model number | LC32F391FWNXZA |
Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
Item Weight | 13.9 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 28.51 x 9.75 x 20.55 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 28.51 x 9.75 x 20.55 inches |
Color | White glossy |
Processor Brand | Intel |
Number of Processors | 12 |
Computer Memory Type | DDR5 RAM |
Hard Drive Interface | Solid State |
Voltage | 110 Volts |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Manufacturer | Samsung IT |
ASIN | B01D3BDXQA |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | March 22, 2016 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #160,262 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #3,410 in Computer Monitors |
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Customers like the picture quality, quality and value of the monitor. They mention that it's beautiful, works well for gaming and watching videos, and is easy to buy. Customers also appreciate the size, and curve. Opinions are mixed on text quality, and brightness.
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Customers like the picture quality of the monitor. They say that the curved screen adds a touch of elegance to the product. They also say that their pics look right, text is easy to read, and watching HD video looks great. Customers also mention that the picture is sharp enough, and the colors are vivid and pleasing.
"...the curve is easy to get used and and after just a little while very pleasing. I'm not sure if I will ever go back to a straight monitor...." Read more
"...After I fixed it, the picture is sharp, the screen works great, and it even has VESA mounts...." Read more
"...video card than the monitor, but the images were crisp with excellent contrast and there were no artifacts in the image that I could..." Read more
"...Now my pics look right, text is easy to read and watching HD video looks amazing...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the monitor. They mention it's a great device with really good quality, a beautiful quality monitor that doesn't cost you a fortune, and an excellent product. The colour is excellent and it has a strong construction. The monitor is bright and not terrible, and is good for watching movies.
"...The base attaches easily and sturdy, however it is not adjustable at all...." Read more
"...The screen is really bright, but it's not terrible. After I fixed it, the picture is sharp, the screen works great, and it even has VESA mounts...." Read more
"...the monitor just didn't provide the quality I was looking for...." Read more
"...This thing is good for watching movies. The view angle is so good that I do not see any dark screen from 180 degree angle...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the monitor. They mention that it is a great curved monitor on a budget and an easy buy.
"...This monitor delivers on all accounts and for a reasonable price (just under 400 at time of purchase)...." Read more
"The monitor is a great purchase with the money. Picture is quality is sharp enough.For gaming: I do not think this is a gaming monitor...." Read more
"...This is a great product for the price and I highly recommend. I’ve had it and have been using it for about 2 weeks now...." Read more
"...(2). A 32" inch (great price). (3). Curved (wow). It was a beauty...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the monitor. For example, some mention it's a massive screen that works well to do work on, it performs well for gaming, or watching videos, and the picture is sharp. Some say it works slick for design and development, and that the curved shape provides extra benefit for working. That said, most are happy with the performance and the VESA mounts.
"...After I fixed it, the picture is sharp, the screen works great, and it even has VESA mounts...." Read more
"...For work: The bigger and curved shape actually provides extra benefit for working...." Read more
"...I really like this monitor, it works great for what I want it for. I'm not a gamer, but I do play games...." Read more
"Dislike as it died 1/2 years later. Just wouldn't turn on again." Read more
Customers like the size of the monitor. They say it's a good size to watch movies and game, with an awesome screen that spans their entire field of view. The curve allows for a slightly smaller footprint, and the monitor has great clarity and is the perfect size to view multiple emails or documents. The large screen area gives them plenty of room to spread out, and it has a small bezel.
"...The monitor itself has a small bezel, the curve is easy to get used and and after just a little while very pleasing...." Read more
"...Positive good things are great. The screen size is awesome and truly immersive spanning my entire field of view." Read more
"...The base is bigger than I expected at 9.5" in diameter and takes up some extra space (but it's flat, so I can put stuff on it)...." Read more
"...Overall an amazing deal for the size" Read more
Customers find the curve of the monitor awesome, it draws them into the picture. They say the curved design is smooth and easy on the eyes. Customers also say the curve makes a great difference and gives an immersive feel.
"...The adjustment for the monitor settings work very well. They are smooth and easy to navigate...." Read more
"...The curved part is even cool too, because you feel like you can reach right in the screen and touch the characters in games. Really cool experience...." Read more
"...This thing is good for watching movies. The view angle is so good that I do not see any dark screen from 180 degree angle...." Read more
"...It’s so clear, and the curved screen with how large it is makes me feel like i’m in my games when I play them...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the text quality of the monitor. Some mention that the clarity is really impressive, with fine enough detail for text and photo editing. They also say that the text is easy to read and clear, and the word processing fonts are sharp. However, some say that it's kind of blurry and the monitor is not crispy clear.
"...Now my pics look right, text is easy to read and watching HD video looks amazing...." Read more
"...IMMEDIATELY, I noticed a slight blur in the edges of objects in the picture - it was as if I google searched an image, and it didn’t fully load so..." Read more
"...Where you can see the difference between the two monitors is that Samsung is crisp, clean, vibrant, and depth of colors...." Read more
"...I bought this monitor for my graphic design class and gaming. It’s so clear, and the curved screen with how large it is makes me feel like i’m in my..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the brightness of the monitor. Some mention that it's very bright with no dead pixels. However, others say that the brightness seems overwhelming, the screen is dull, and the graphics are blocky.
"...The screen is really bright, but it's not terrible. After I fixed it, the picture is sharp, the screen works great, and it even has VESA mounts...." Read more
"...some ghosting issues with the monitor as delivered, it was also way too bright, so I tweaked those values and everything was great; see my review of..." Read more
"...This monitor is also very BRIGHT: Since my office is in the basement, with nothing but artificial light, I've had to take the monitor brightness..." Read more
"...But my pics looked grainy and text was hard to read...." Read more
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I have recently had the opportunity to review the 27" version of this monitor (Samsung CF591 Series Curved 27" LED-lit Monitor LC27F591FDNXZA). Pretty much everything from that review applies to this monitor. I will refer to the monitors as the 27" and 32" where I make a comparison between the two in this review. The pictures below should give a real sense of the difference in size between the two monitors.
The 32" is bright white; not my favorite choice in colors but as long as I don't touch it with greasy, Cheetos, hands it should be OK. In the pictures you can see that the bezel width is different on each of the screens. If you buy two 27"s or two 32"s this will not be a problem. Both monitors have a maximum resolution of 1920 X 1080 which makes a window across the monitor boundary two different sizes - get two monitors the same size and don't worry about it.
The 32" has a resolution is 1920 X 1080 across a rectangle of 27.5" X 15.5". This gives a pixel pitch of 0.014321".
For comparison, the 27" has the same resolution 1920 X 1080 across a rectangle of 23.5" X 13.2" giving a pixel pitch of 0.01226"
The difference in pixel pitch 0.014321" - 0.01226" = 0.002061" is a really small number but it separates the pixels enough that the 32" screen is slightly "grittier", very very slightly, than the 27" monitor. I replaced my existing 24" Dells with the 27" and 32" and while the larger pixels were noticeable at first I have adjusted and now have no problems with either display.
The 32" is truly "immersive"; the curve takes the monitor out to the periphery of my vision and I can take in my entire Windows desktop at the same time. The 27" was good but the 32" does it for me. I wear glasses and the 32", at an ergonomic distance, fills my eyeglass from the frame on the left to the frame on the right. The curvature keeps you from having to adjust eye focus as you scan across the screen(s); this is really helpful at reducing eye strain with multiple monitors.
I opened MS-Office apps, Solidworks CAD, Nikon ViewNX image editor, and a DVD and had great visuals. This is more a function of my laptop (Lenovo L430 Thinkpad) video card than the monitor, but the images were crisp with excellent contrast and there were no artifacts in the image that I could say we're the cause of the monitor. The colors were bright and vivid although that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I do not play video games so I cannot comment on how the monitor works there. Both screens are glossy but have been fine to work with beside a bright window in my office - see photos below.
Both monitors come with an HDMI cable in the box. Both monitors accept DisplayPort and HDMI inputs; the 27" also has a VGA (15-pin D-sub) analog input.
Both monitors include a power brick; the 27" monitor power brick is rated for 35 W; the 32" monitor power brick is rated for 45 W. Both power supplies accept 100-240 VAC input and provide 14 VDC output. The power brick ratings are approximately 35% higher than what the monitors require when operating so there is plenty of safety margin; actual and standby power consumption are much less than these values; see user's manuals on Samsung website for additional details. The power bricks connect to the monitor using an ~ 3' long power cord with a small circular connector attached. The power bricks connect to a wall outlet with a ~3' long cable terminated using a right angle, unpolarized, two prong plug. Unpolarized means that the plug can be inserted into the wall outlet either up or down; the prongs are the same width whereas the outlet slots have one slot smaller than the other. Two prong means that the power brick is not grounded. Do NOT freak out over this; the monitor is still perfectly safe; more than half the world uses ungrounded power outlets. All this means is that you can go anywhere in the world, plug in the monitor and it will work.
The monitors come with a base stand to hold the monitor in place. The angle of the monitors towards or away from the user can be slightly adjusted; the height of the display cannot. The monitor bases are circular and reasonably heavy to keep the monitor in place and prevent it tipping over. The base of the 27" monitor is about 8.25" in diameter and sticks out ~4" in front of the center of the monitor. The base of the 32" monitor is about 9.5" in diameter and sticks out ~4.5" in front of the center of the monitor. In a review of the 27" monitor one individual complained that he couldn't get his keyboard close enough to the screen; I do not see that as a concern with proper ergonomics taken into account.
The 27" monitor has a neat little cable clip running up the rear post of the base which provides good strain relief for the power and video cables. The 32" monitor does not provide this clip; annoying.
The 32" monitor comes with 75mm X 75mm threaded mounting holes for a VESA wall or swing arm mount. The 27" monitor does not come equipped for VESA mounting. See 32" monitor user's manual page 18 on the Samsung site.
Both monitors have the same control interface through a small joystick on the lower back right of the monitors. Pressing in on the joystick turns the monitor on. A menu is displayed if the joystick is pressed while the monitor is on; one option here is to power off the monitor. A second option in the menu is to cycle through the monitor inputs; DisplayPort, HDMI, VGA (27" only). The third menu option allows you to adjust the picture, onscreen display, system, and review monitor information. I had some ghosting issues with the monitor as delivered, it was also way too bright, so I tweaked those values and everything was great; see my review of the 27" monitor to look up the settings.
[Update 30 Nov 2016 - re: control, multiple monitor and split-screen - this is taken from comment to this original review]
In order to switch between two monitors you reach underneath the bottom right-hand side, find the button (if you do this several times per day you will know exactly where it is), press the button straight down once, tilt it to the left about 3 mm, press again, tilt the button about 3 mm up, select the desired input from a binary list (there are only two inputs - three on the 27" curved), and press the button again. It takes me less than 2.5 seconds and I do not have the switch position memorized; just tried it again and it was under 2 seconds. Problems: you have to have a clear path to the bottom right side of the monitor - no phone or coffee cup; otherwise, there is the possibility of strain by curving your finger up and making a gentle press on a button three times (sorry about the sarcasm). I really do not see this as a big deal. Updating original post to include a picture of the button.
Can the monitor be split screened? I do not know for sure. The manual mentions something about "Easy Setting Box" software - I was unable to find it on the website but did not spend a lot of time searching - that may have the functionality you are looking for. I have dual monitors and a single computer so I do not need this functionality. Here is what the manual states "Easy Setting Box enables users to use the monitor by partitioning multiple sections". If you are using multiple computers is a simple KVM switch suitable? or do you need to see both simultaneously?
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Upshot: I like it. I like it very much. Negative annoying things are not that bad. Positive good things are great. The screen size is awesome and truly immersive spanning my entire field of view.
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2016
I have recently had the opportunity to review the 27" version of this monitor (Samsung CF591 Series Curved 27" LED-lit Monitor LC27F591FDNXZA). Pretty much everything from that review applies to this monitor. I will refer to the monitors as the 27" and 32" where I make a comparison between the two in this review. The pictures below should give a real sense of the difference in size between the two monitors.
The 32" is bright white; not my favorite choice in colors but as long as I don't touch it with greasy, Cheetos, hands it should be OK. In the pictures you can see that the bezel width is different on each of the screens. If you buy two 27"s or two 32"s this will not be a problem. Both monitors have a maximum resolution of 1920 X 1080 which makes a window across the monitor boundary two different sizes - get two monitors the same size and don't worry about it.
The 32" has a resolution is 1920 X 1080 across a rectangle of 27.5" X 15.5". This gives a pixel pitch of 0.014321".
For comparison, the 27" has the same resolution 1920 X 1080 across a rectangle of 23.5" X 13.2" giving a pixel pitch of 0.01226"
The difference in pixel pitch 0.014321" - 0.01226" = 0.002061" is a really small number but it separates the pixels enough that the 32" screen is slightly "grittier", very very slightly, than the 27" monitor. I replaced my existing 24" Dells with the 27" and 32" and while the larger pixels were noticeable at first I have adjusted and now have no problems with either display.
The 32" is truly "immersive"; the curve takes the monitor out to the periphery of my vision and I can take in my entire Windows desktop at the same time. The 27" was good but the 32" does it for me. I wear glasses and the 32", at an ergonomic distance, fills my eyeglass from the frame on the left to the frame on the right. The curvature keeps you from having to adjust eye focus as you scan across the screen(s); this is really helpful at reducing eye strain with multiple monitors.
I opened MS-Office apps, Solidworks CAD, Nikon ViewNX image editor, and a DVD and had great visuals. This is more a function of my laptop (Lenovo L430 Thinkpad) video card than the monitor, but the images were crisp with excellent contrast and there were no artifacts in the image that I could say we're the cause of the monitor. The colors were bright and vivid although that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I do not play video games so I cannot comment on how the monitor works there. Both screens are glossy but have been fine to work with beside a bright window in my office - see photos below.
Both monitors come with an HDMI cable in the box. Both monitors accept DisplayPort and HDMI inputs; the 27" also has a VGA (15-pin D-sub) analog input.
Both monitors include a power brick; the 27" monitor power brick is rated for 35 W; the 32" monitor power brick is rated for 45 W. Both power supplies accept 100-240 VAC input and provide 14 VDC output. The power brick ratings are approximately 35% higher than what the monitors require when operating so there is plenty of safety margin; actual and standby power consumption are much less than these values; see user's manuals on Samsung website for additional details. The power bricks connect to the monitor using an ~ 3' long power cord with a small circular connector attached. The power bricks connect to a wall outlet with a ~3' long cable terminated using a right angle, unpolarized, two prong plug. Unpolarized means that the plug can be inserted into the wall outlet either up or down; the prongs are the same width whereas the outlet slots have one slot smaller than the other. Two prong means that the power brick is not grounded. Do NOT freak out over this; the monitor is still perfectly safe; more than half the world uses ungrounded power outlets. All this means is that you can go anywhere in the world, plug in the monitor and it will work.
The monitors come with a base stand to hold the monitor in place. The angle of the monitors towards or away from the user can be slightly adjusted; the height of the display cannot. The monitor bases are circular and reasonably heavy to keep the monitor in place and prevent it tipping over. The base of the 27" monitor is about 8.25" in diameter and sticks out ~4" in front of the center of the monitor. The base of the 32" monitor is about 9.5" in diameter and sticks out ~4.5" in front of the center of the monitor. In a review of the 27" monitor one individual complained that he couldn't get his keyboard close enough to the screen; I do not see that as a concern with proper ergonomics taken into account.
The 27" monitor has a neat little cable clip running up the rear post of the base which provides good strain relief for the power and video cables. The 32" monitor does not provide this clip; annoying.
The 32" monitor comes with 75mm X 75mm threaded mounting holes for a VESA wall or swing arm mount. The 27" monitor does not come equipped for VESA mounting. See 32" monitor user's manual page 18 on the Samsung site.
Both monitors have the same control interface through a small joystick on the lower back right of the monitors. Pressing in on the joystick turns the monitor on. A menu is displayed if the joystick is pressed while the monitor is on; one option here is to power off the monitor. A second option in the menu is to cycle through the monitor inputs; DisplayPort, HDMI, VGA (27" only). The third menu option allows you to adjust the picture, onscreen display, system, and review monitor information. I had some ghosting issues with the monitor as delivered, it was also way too bright, so I tweaked those values and everything was great; see my review of the 27" monitor to look up the settings.
[Update 30 Nov 2016 - re: control, multiple monitor and split-screen - this is taken from comment to this original review]
In order to switch between two monitors you reach underneath the bottom right-hand side, find the button (if you do this several times per day you will know exactly where it is), press the button straight down once, tilt it to the left about 3 mm, press again, tilt the button about 3 mm up, select the desired input from a binary list (there are only two inputs - three on the 27" curved), and press the button again. It takes me less than 2.5 seconds and I do not have the switch position memorized; just tried it again and it was under 2 seconds. Problems: you have to have a clear path to the bottom right side of the monitor - no phone or coffee cup; otherwise, there is the possibility of strain by curving your finger up and making a gentle press on a button three times (sorry about the sarcasm). I really do not see this as a big deal. Updating original post to include a picture of the button.
Can the monitor be split screened? I do not know for sure. The manual mentions something about "Easy Setting Box" software - I was unable to find it on the website but did not spend a lot of time searching - that may have the functionality you are looking for. I have dual monitors and a single computer so I do not need this functionality. Here is what the manual states "Easy Setting Box enables users to use the monitor by partitioning multiple sections". If you are using multiple computers is a simple KVM switch suitable? or do you need to see both simultaneously?
[End Update]
Upshot: I like it. I like it very much. Negative annoying things are not that bad. Positive good things are great. The screen size is awesome and truly immersive spanning my entire field of view.
The monitor itself has a small bezel, the curve is easy to get used and and after just a little while very pleasing. I'm not sure if I will ever go back to a straight monitor. The picture quality is excellent and performance is exceptional. My use is mixed between document editing, video editing and streaming, and mild gaming with modern titles. The capability of multiple documents open on this single screen as well as increased landscape for video timeline editing has been a much welcomed experience. The adjustment for the monitor settings work very well. They are smooth and easy to navigate. There are no speakers on this monitor so if this is something you need you may want to look at something else. For my use they are not needed as I utilize external speakers. My only regret is not moving to a monitor like this sooner.
This monitor is great, but not without its short falls. The base attaches easily and sturdy, however it is not adjustable at all. Luckily there is a vesa mount and this monitor will see a new articulating stand soon. This monitor includes a short (3') HDMI cable and a power cable with power brick. The power cable is a good length and in my case the brick is well placed and was not in the way of my cable management.
I enjoy this monitor so much I will most likely add at least one more to this build possibly two.
UPDATE: I referenced this monitor stand as having no adjustment and that is not correct. It does have adjustment of tilt only by a couple of degrees. It was very stiff at first. I will include pictures of the adjustment.
It also has a 4ms response and 60Hz refresh rate at 1920 x 1080
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2016
The monitor itself has a small bezel, the curve is easy to get used and and after just a little while very pleasing. I'm not sure if I will ever go back to a straight monitor. The picture quality is excellent and performance is exceptional. My use is mixed between document editing, video editing and streaming, and mild gaming with modern titles. The capability of multiple documents open on this single screen as well as increased landscape for video timeline editing has been a much welcomed experience. The adjustment for the monitor settings work very well. They are smooth and easy to navigate. There are no speakers on this monitor so if this is something you need you may want to look at something else. For my use they are not needed as I utilize external speakers. My only regret is not moving to a monitor like this sooner.
This monitor is great, but not without its short falls. The base attaches easily and sturdy, however it is not adjustable at all. Luckily there is a vesa mount and this monitor will see a new articulating stand soon. This monitor includes a short (3') HDMI cable and a power cable with power brick. The power cable is a good length and in my case the brick is well placed and was not in the way of my cable management.
I enjoy this monitor so much I will most likely add at least one more to this build possibly two.
UPDATE: I referenced this monitor stand as having no adjustment and that is not correct. It does have adjustment of tilt only by a couple of degrees. It was very stiff at first. I will include pictures of the adjustment.
It also has a 4ms response and 60Hz refresh rate at 1920 x 1080
So, the resolution issue. Here's how I fixed it:
1) I went to the samsung website (in the photo) and downloaded the "ver. 1.0, MULTI LANGUAGE" and then restarted my computer (as recommended by seller).
2) After that failed, I opened up NVIDIA control panel (you can get there with a right click on your desktop and then look for the control panel in the right click menu), and then I went to Change resolution > Customize > Create Custom Resolution and then used the numbers in the second photo. Although I believe you have to change it to manual for timing to edit those numbers at the bottom. I'm not sure how you can change it with other motherboards, but that's how I did it.
The seller I bought from tried very hard to help me, and I even called samsung to try and fix the resolution issue, but it was an issue with my cpu recognizing this monitor. Very strange. It still isn't recognized as a samsung monitor. Just "Digital Display." And it's even saying it's plugged in via DVI, when it's hooked up with an HDMI cable... lol
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2017
So, the resolution issue. Here's how I fixed it:
1) I went to the samsung website (in the photo) and downloaded the "ver. 1.0, MULTI LANGUAGE" and then restarted my computer (as recommended by seller).
2) After that failed, I opened up NVIDIA control panel (you can get there with a right click on your desktop and then look for the control panel in the right click menu), and then I went to Change resolution > Customize > Create Custom Resolution and then used the numbers in the second photo. Although I believe you have to change it to manual for timing to edit those numbers at the bottom. I'm not sure how you can change it with other motherboards, but that's how I did it.
The seller I bought from tried very hard to help me, and I even called samsung to try and fix the resolution issue, but it was an issue with my cpu recognizing this monitor. Very strange. It still isn't recognized as a samsung monitor. Just "Digital Display." And it's even saying it's plugged in via DVI, when it's hooked up with an HDMI cable... lol
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Best value you can get for a gaming monitor, cheap enough that you can get a graphics card to support the frames.
I bought this for my studio. Whether I'm drafting technology contracts or writing software, this monitor is pleasing and gentle on the eyes. I use the blue light reduction, and can see clearly even when the sun is shining bright through the window. I had thought it would be a gamble to buy this at such a great price, but am completely satisfied with the product.
Minor cons: stand isn't adjustable
Well, it arrived two days early and I unboxed that beauty quickly and carefully. I put the stand on, gently placed my new screen on the desk, plugged in the HDMI and power cables, and left my old monitor beside it so it could see the 32 inches of sexiness that was about to replace it.
Going from a 23" to this one is amazing. It's crisp and clear and the curve is taking a bit to get used to, but I'm adjusting quite well to it. Which is more than I can say for my old LG. It's sobbing in the corner, relegated to it's new life where it will be stored briefly, then delivered to my parents to upgrade from their old square screen.
Games look good on it, text is clear, colours seem to be spot on. For the price, this is a great upgrade from a smaller monitor.
Reviewed in Canada on January 3, 2019
Well, it arrived two days early and I unboxed that beauty quickly and carefully. I put the stand on, gently placed my new screen on the desk, plugged in the HDMI and power cables, and left my old monitor beside it so it could see the 32 inches of sexiness that was about to replace it.
Going from a 23" to this one is amazing. It's crisp and clear and the curve is taking a bit to get used to, but I'm adjusting quite well to it. Which is more than I can say for my old LG. It's sobbing in the corner, relegated to it's new life where it will be stored briefly, then delivered to my parents to upgrade from their old square screen.
Games look good on it, text is clear, colours seem to be spot on. For the price, this is a great upgrade from a smaller monitor.
Reviewed in Mexico on March 30, 2017