CES 2023: Samsung's Latest Monitors Include an Apple Studio Display Rival, Updated M8 Smart Monitor

[MacRumors]

Ahead of CES 2023 this week, Samsung has announced several upcoming additions to its monitor lineup, and perhaps the most interesting model for Apple users is the ViewFinity S9, Samsung's first 27-inch 5K display that will compete against Apple's Studio Display.

27-inch 5K displays remain fairly rare, but Apple has long embraced the higher pixel density for its ability to display true Retina-quality content at reasonable size. Just like the Studio Display and Apple's former 27-inch iMac, Samsung's ViewFinity S9 will feature a 5120 x 2880 display, and its wide color gamut will cover 99% of the DCI-P3 spectrum while HDR600 support improves shadows and highlights.

The ViewFinity S9 features a matte finish to minimize glare, is equipped with USB-C/Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, and includes a 4K SlimFit camera.

Pricing has yet to be announced, but it will be launching "early" this year.

Samsung's popular Smart Monitor M8 is also receiving an update, with a new 27-inch size joining the previous 32-inch option. Both sizes carry 4K resolution and are available in four color options with height and tilt adjustments.

The M8 now pivots up to 90 degrees for a portrait orientation, and it supports VESA standards for those who prefer different mounting solutions. The included 2K SlimFit camera has been upgraded, and there's new mouse support for many of the included apps on the display such as Samsung's SmartThings Hub for managing connected home devices and Smart Hub for dedicated apps like Prime Video, Netflix, YouTube, and more.

Pricing and a release date have yet to be announced.

In addition to the ViewFinity S9 and Smart Monitor M8, Samsung is also announcing several new Odyssey gaming monitors including the Odyssey Neo G9, a 57-inch 32:9 super ultra-wide curved display at 7680 x 2160 resolution with DisplayPort 2.1 and a 240 Hz response rate.

Finally, there is the Odyssey OLED G9, a 49-inch curved OLED gaming monitor with 0.1 ms response time and 240 Hz response rate. Both displays will launch "later" this year with pricing yet to be disclosed.

Check out Samsung's press release for full details on all of these monitors.

Article Link: CES 2023: Samsung's Latest Monitors Include an Apple Studio Display Rival, Updated M8 Smart Monitor

 

[rodpascoe]

Looks amazing. Hopefully can compete on price and be a realistic alternative.

 

[JM]

G’day, M8 🤠

 

[tbayrgs]

I suspect the ViewFinity will be a more appropriately priced 'clone' of the Studio Display--and I have no problem with that as Apple's pricing is ridiculous. And as someone who would've pulled the trigger on a Studio Display if it wasn't so terribly priced (especially the option pricing for the stand and nano texture ), I'll definitely considering picking up the Samsung version in its place.

 

[Realityck]

Ahead of CES 2023 this week, Samsung has announced several upcoming additions to its monitor lineup, and perhaps the most interesting model for Apple users is the ViewFinity S9, Samsung's first 27-inch 5K display that will compete against Apple's Studio Display.

Wow, someone else finally sells a 5K display, maybe this will finally give Apple some pricing competition?

Samsung takes on Apple and LG with its own 5K display for creative pros

It’s the same size and same resolution as the Studio Display.

www.theverge.com

ViewFinity S9 specs

• 27-inch 5K panel (5120 x 2880)
• 99% DCI-P3
• Built-in color calibration engine
• Average Delta E ≦ 21 color accuracy
• USB-C and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity
• Matte display finish
• Built-in 4K webcam
• Samsung Smart Hub

Samsung hasn’t revealed when the new ViewFinity S9 will be released, nor what its price will be. However, it’s clear Samsung is looking to target would-be buyers of Apple’s Studio Display, which comes in at $1599 for the glossy model and $1899 for the nano-texture finish model. So it’s likely we’ll see Samsung either split the difference between the two Studio Display models or undercut them entirely if they’re really hoping to make a splash.

 

[diggy33]

Will definitely keep my eyes open for reviews on the S9.

 

[Station Grey]

At last... someone finally making a 27"/5K display.

As long as it's reasonably priced (and needs to be sub £/$1000) then I'll buy one. No mention of speakers, and would definitely be helpful to have those, and if the webcam is good then also plus points.

But essentially it just needs to be affordable.

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

Wow! It looks great! I have a feeling this might be cheaper than the Apple Studio Display. The 27” + 5K is very appealing to the eyes.

 

[lazyrighteye]

Look like some legit panels.
Here’s hoping the pricing is more regular-person-friendly. 🤪

 

[DotCom2]

Will definitely keep my eyes open for reviews on the S9.

Me too! Competition is always exciting for the consumer.

 

[neo_cs193p]

Very good. Now make a nice 22" or 24" 4K please.

 

[FFabian]

Wow I'm hyped. I'm waiting for a M2 Mini and had resigned myself to buying a complementary ASD to replace my aging iMac. Hopefully it release is close to the M2 Mini release. Very excited.

 

[jz0309]

S9 27/5k - will be ~ $200 less than Apple Studio monitor. I just got a Studio monitor and I love it

 

[Kazgarth]

5K with a stand and camera? Studio display price slash incoming.

 

[Kulfon]

No matter what specs they offer, I just do not have any trust for Samsung. Poor quality. I once had a top spec Samsung laptop. Never again any Samsung product in my life

 

[purplerainpurplerain]

The copycat design is ruined with the camera sticking out the top like we using webcam in 1999.

Yea that is a Prince reference 😛

 

[subi257]

I am a fan of Samsung monitors and I am currently using a 27" SyncMaster 2693HM. I would like an S9 in 30"

 

[FFabian]

S9 27/5k - will be ~ $200 less than Apple Studio monitor. I just got a Studio monitor and I love it

Where did you get that from?

 

[Skyscraperfan]

And the best: The stand is INCLUDED.

 

[FFabian]

The copycat design is ruined with the camera sticking out the top like we using webcam in 1999.

Yea that is a Prince reference 😛

I guess the Camera is removable. Wasn't the camera on the M8 magnetically attached or was that the Mateview from Huawei?

 

[FFabian]

And the best: The stand is INCLUDED.

While the press blurb regarding the M8 mentions a height adjustable stand there is nothing on the type of stand of the S9.

 

[star-affinity]

No matter what specs they offer, I just do not have any trust for Samsung. Poor quality. I once had a top spec Samsung laptop. Never again any Samsung product in my life

Are you sure that’s not just:

Your logical fallacy is anecdotal

You used a personal experience or an isolated example instead of a sound argument or compelling evidence.

yourlogicalfallacyis.com

?

 

[edanuff]

It looks very interesting. Looking forward to seeing the specs for the inputs and what the mounting options look like. Depending on what they support in terms of DP versions, might not even need DSC when connecting a PC and we might even see G-Sync, etc. I expect a list price that comes in less than the ASD but still on the high side (maybe $1200-$1300) but gives a lot of room for retailers and Samsung themselves to discount. I’ve bought several Samsung TVs over the years and all were well under list even directly from Samsung.

 

[JMStearnsX2]

That 57" ultra wide looks interesting.

 

[Nick_P]

Very good. Now make a nice 22" or 24" 4K please.

LG has an older model 24" 4k display. The text is very sharp, the closest you can currently get to an Apple retina display. I have 2 of them on my Mac Studio. The bezels are the bulkier older style. Here is the model number, it's $280 currently on Amazon.

LG 24UD58-B​