REVIEW – Samsung S24E390HL and S27E390H AD-PLS monitors

REVIEW – Samsung S24E390HL and S27E390H AD-PLS monitors

Never one to shy away from bold and expressive styling, Samsung always seems to come out with something a little new and a little different. The S24E390HL and S27E390H are, as the model numbers suggest, evolutions of the impressive SD390 series of AD-PLS monitors. In fact it seems, aesthetically, to be something of a conglomeration ... Read More
 
REVIEW – Philips 276E6ADSS with Color IQ Quantum Dot backlight

REVIEW – Philips 276E6ADSS with Color IQ Quantum Dot backlight

In our ‘Evolution of LED Backlights’ article, we take a look at some of the progress that has been made in the field on monitor backlighting technology. Some recent designs such as ‘GB-LED’ and RB-LED’ backlights, for example, yield greatly enhanced colour gamuts compared to standard WLED solutions. They also add considerable cost to the ... Read More
 
REVIEW – AOC C3583FQ with 35” 144Hz curved VA plus FreeSync

REVIEW – AOC C3583FQ with 35” 144Hz curved VA plus FreeSync

Users have responded with a great deal of interest to models like the BenQ XR3501 and Acer Z35, despite the 2560 x 1080 resolution and 35” being far from optimal as far as pixel density is concerned. The AOC C3583FQ is another model to consider if you’re interested in the curvaceous high-contrast 35” panel. The ... Read More
 
Samsung C24F390FH and C27F390FH curved FreeSync models

Samsung C24F390FH and C27F390FH curved FreeSync models

Update: Update on availability. News piece below initially published 2nd March 2016. We recently brought you news of an interesting new model from Samsung with a steep curve and support for Adaptive-Sync (AMD FreeSync via HDMI); the C27F591FD. The C24F390FH (C24F390F) and C27F390FH (C24F390F) of the CF390 series compliment this model, with a different and ... Read More
 
REVIEW – AOC U2477PWQ 23.6 inch ‘4K’ UHD monitor

REVIEW – AOC U2477PWQ 23.6 inch ‘4K’ UHD monitor

For those who want to venture into the world of ‘4K’ UHD (Ultra High Definition) and want to minimise the cost of doing so, without compromising on image quality, the ~24” models are excellent choices. There are two main panels used for such monitors – a 23.8” LG AH-IPS (In-Plane Switching) and 23.6” Samsung PLS ... Read More
 
REVIEW – Dell S2716DG 144Hz G-SYNC monitor

REVIEW – Dell S2716DG 144Hz G-SYNC monitor

The ASUS PG278Q ‘ROG SWIFT’ was the world’s first monitor to combine a 2560 x 1440 resolution and Nvidia’s G-SYNC variable refresh rate technology. As a high refresh rate offering, it has remained a strong choice for gaming enthusiasts who are after an exceptionally fluid experience and decent image performance characteristics. Leaving the price aside ... Read More