Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K vs Apple Studio Display

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[@DroidGame2023]

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[@WanderingAroundAZ]

This is on sale for under $900. Is it worth it for that price?

[@whatsgoodmyguy4391]

So its a no brainier Because its now 899

[@OnceServedAlwaysServing]

Put the apple monitor up against the lg c3 tv .

[@bryans8656]

Samsung is making a mistake charging the same as the Apple display considering the inferior build quality.

[@JerrySchulze]

Yep

[@ronalcasid3844]

I’m sure retailers will be discounting them but yeah I’d pass on the Samsung at the same price.

[@SuperEmlo]

Maybe for PC customer?

[@mohammedzaid5989]

@@SuperEmlo Do you think a PC customer is going to pay $1600 for a productivity monitor? They'd be better off buying an oled TV for that price.

[@jamesleetrigg]

They certainly are making Apple look like the better buy. And that’s not good for their brand.

[@stevenqirkle]

I actually bought the Studio Display once the Samsung was announced. Suddenly the Studio Display started to look like a great value once the Viewfinity was announced.

[@ThePainWhisperer]

An even greater value is my samsumg 55" 4K TV that i bought for $300.

[@stevenqirkle]

@@ThePainWhisperer congrats I guess, but not really comparable.

[@AppIeOfficial]

@@ThePainWhisperer lol how does that even come close to 5k 27 inches?

[@hassanahmed1755]

Can you let me know if there is any advantage of thunderbolt 4 over thunderbolt 3 in the studio display?

[@rsr789]

@@AppIeOfficial It doesn't. It's a typical non-sequitur and idiotic KZbin comment.

[@substance90]

Don't get me wrong, I love my Studio Display but these are similar in price only on paper, not in the real world. The Studio Display is € 2200 in Germany with the height adjustable stand and close to € 2500 if you add the matte finish. The S9 5K is around € 1350-1450, depending on the shop. And at the end of the day with the Studio Display you're still missing 90 degree rotation for programmers...

[@Swave93]

You're spot on. Market games are real

[@maitiaru]

These are apple fanboys, you spot them easily when they put forward a justification like- when you are spending 1600 for a monitor why not 300 more .

[@Katos2412]

In my country, S9 ~750€ Studio ~1375€

[@bradleymarlow9311]

@@maitiaru The s9 is better for programers on a budget. the studio display is better for EVERYONE else. if you're willing to justify a worse camera, terrible build quality, and cheep speakers then that is great for you. but the truth is most people prefer a glossy display, and most people do not need a hight adjustable stand. for almost everyone, the studio display is a no brainer.

[@interceptor001]

@@bradleymarlow9311Yeah the studio display is still at 2500€ while the S9 is at 1000€. You can literally now get 2 for 1.

[@ftlbaby]

My favorite Samsung feature is the automatic unplugging of the power cable whenever I adjust the height.

[@chanm01]

The S9 is like $700 now while the Studio Display is... still pretty much the same price as it was a year ago. I imagine that would have changed the review's conclusion quite a bit.

[@banderson1979]

Just picked one up for 700 changes the equation

[@DominicFrohlof]

Note: the much better choice for the Studio Display is a 3rd party VESA mount arm. I have the $100 Amazon Basics (which is a licensed Ergotron) and it's fantastic. It gives the Studio Display rotation capability and unveils a hidden feature: The monitor will automatically and instantly recognize that it has been rotated and rotate the video data. It ALSO will rotate the webcam picture. Also I'd mention the microphones. They're fantastic and let you have video meetings without headsets and echos. The integration in iOS is just unmatched.

[@balkeep]

Amazon basic is words worse than ergotron, it’s not even remotely comparable.

[@callejondorado]

The Apple height-adjustable stand option is $500 dollars more, while that feature is already included in the Samsung monitor. So, it is not true Samsung is selling it for the same price. Same for the matt option, you pay about $400 more to get it in the Apple display, but it is already included in the Samsung. Go and compare yourself.

[@bradleymarlow9311]

for the majority of people, the studio display should be a no brainer. Most people don't need hight adjustment, and most people prefer a glossy display. if you're willing to sacrifice build quality, speakers, webcam, and connectivity, then sure, go with the S9.

[@snekbaev]

@@bradleymarlow9311 yeah yeah, that's why I see books/stands under monitors that don't support height adjustment while walking around the office, not to mention electric tables while somewhat close but still a bit different in sitting heights and in standing heights, same with chairs. Some people occasionally adjust the height of the monitor while standing. A lot of people ignore ergonomics until "surprises" happen later on. My point is Apple could have had height adjustment in the base model and let customers have an option to adjust the height by not paying for it, but hey, why do that if you _can_ charge extra :)

[@NDakota79]

The Studio Display is pure elegance. The build in power adapter, which seems not so easy to copy looking at Samsungs gigantic external adapter. The sleek design with powerful build in speakers and a passable webcam. The premiere hight adjustable stand which is an engineering marvel. The perfectly symmetric bezels. The overall build quality. This package is not easily copied.

[@Bmarker299]

Well said. I am going for the Studio Display

[@latingringo89]

The S9 design is sleeker with slimmer bezels and a completely removable/adjustable camera just cheaper materials which shouldn't really matter with a display. A laptop would be a different story on material I'd rather money be put into features over the material if I had to choose... I guess I'm in the minority...

[@EnterSpacebar]

Built in power adapters are cancer. Power adapters should always, always be external!

[@ria8850]

@@latingringo89 a removable camera... with worse picture quality

[@latingringo89]

@@ria8850Depends on the app my friend. Regardless, I'd rather have the option to completely remove the camera rather than have some extra mega pixels for a zoom meeting. Apple wants to keep an eye on you 24/7 obviously.

[@UltraKryptonian]

In your video, I heard you mention the S9 monitor having HDR support, but you zipped past Apple not having it. Then on 8:46 you said, "Apple does do a much better job on High Dynamic Range", which implies the Studio Monitor has HDR support (which it does not). Also, you sort of skimmed through the price difference between the two monitors. Your Studio Display costs more than the S9, because you purchased the optional up/down mount - but you show both costing $1600.

[@Sandman503413]

It's called favoritism.

[@akyhne]

At 5:32 and 5:37, you can also see that the S9 has a brighter output. The S9 was clearly set to a higher peak brightness, which hurts black levels.

[@PixlPath]

The Studio Display is a work of art, no doubt about it. If only it would accept HDMI sources, but alas, Apple has never really played nice in the playground of cross-compatibility (Apple Display Connector, anyone?). Hoping that will change in the future.

[@PavandeepSahota]

You can get an adapter hdmi to usb c but it will then only output 4k not 5k

[@KingVulpes]

@@PavandeepSahotaif your GPU has a USB C port you could probably just use that

[@IgorDeoliMD]

I recently bought the Studio Display and it's a work of art. It's truly beautiful and the best-looking monitor I've ever seen. And of course the compatibility with the Macbook is astonishing. The downsides, no HDR and the camera. For those reasons I think it's an overpriced monitor. The height adjustment is also overpriced but I don't mind using a monitor desk shelf on top of my desk. I actually like it. Image is amazing, speakers are VERY impressive. On my main PC I have studio monitors and studio headsets. The studio display does not come close to those, obviously. But it's so good if you don't want to be to meticulous about analyzing the sound, that I don't feel the need to get extra speakers at all when I'm using the display.

[@chuck7415]

for being non-HDR I have seen many comparisons with "HDR" displays and the Studio Display looked better. Of course a GOOD HDR display will look better than the Studio Display, but so many screens claim HDR and are crap.

[@TalesOfWar]

This is a common theme with products that try to go toe to toe with Apple. They just can't compete at the same price point if they're trying to also have all the less tangible things like build quality and simplicity of use etc. You see it with laptops too, where someone tries to make a slick design with premium materials and solid construction matched up with a great display, big (and good) trackpad, decent speakers etc. If you're going to be spending that kind of money just get the Mac, it'll be better, even on specs lol. If you care just about specs and less so about build quality etc then of course you can get something cheaper and "better", but it's about the whole package.

[@rickshapiro63]

Most places are selling the Samsung at $300 off, $1300USD. Add the adjustable stand and Nano finish on Apple and you are pushing $2,200USD. That $800 saving buys some nice pro audio speakers and a better Webcam.

[@adamthurmond9092]

The big reason I could see going with S9 is needing to support multiple inputs. I’ve had my Studio Display for over a year with my M1 Max Mac Studio but after moving I only have room for one desk setup so I have to share space with my work from home setup which is already multiple monitors (but a govt HP laptop) I don’t want to move cables around as that’s janky and will wear things out quickly. I’m a total Apple sheep but I might sell the Studio Display and get the S9 to better suit my setup. Also, the S9 will get discounted more frequently and much more heavily than Apple to where I won’t end up paying $1600 when I pull the trigger.

[@shadow.banned]

2:43 Did the plug pop out?

[@JerrySchulze]

Yes

[@Joe_Brig]

If you want a 5k monitor that supports Windows, Mac and Linux, the S9 is the only option? I would wait for the 30% off sales though.

[@PolluxChung]

Unless there's a sale, this ViewFinity is a hard sell for Mac users. If you have to pay that $1600 price many may just bite the bullet and get the Studio Display with height adjustable stand for another $400. I am totally fine with my Huawei 28.2 Mateview for now, BTW. Can't really beat it when I managed to get it on sale for the price at 1/3 of ASD. Great to look at as well. I actually like the 3:2 ratio. Dimension-wise it's the same height of the 32" 16:9 and same width as the 27" 16:9.

[@Bmarker299]

Even if ViewFinity goes down in price, I would rather own Apple's Studio Display for the quality and fit/finish. Cheaper alternatives are a prescription for remorse.

[@extrasoap4881]

i have my ASD on a monitor arm, which can be used for any future monitors with a Vesa mount. $400 on a stand compatible with just one monitor isn't a good deal.

[@mrlt1151]

I just got the Studio Display this week. Compared to my 2017 5k iMac, the backlight seems much more consistent. I'm not sure if it's an age thing, as I've always thought the 5k display was great, but side by side it's noticeable.

[@bren.r]

Matte displays are a hard pass for me. When manufacturers can start offering glossy options, then they have an opportunity to take my money.

[@StrifePulse]

Exactly!

[@RedLeo-pf9yo]

I agree 100% !!!!

[@kalafalas246]

This is why no matter what I’ve tried, I always come back to apple

[@MadManTnT]

Yep. Matte screen lose resolution first of all.

[@derekkelly485]

Yes to this!

[@fatgrouch]

If you choose the Studio display with matte surface and tilt- and height-adjustable stand (doesn't rotate), then it's not 300 dollars different.

[@frankwalder3608]

I'm saving my money for a Studio display.

[@interceptor001]

For anybody wondering with Tizen OS you can just hook up and USB-C to Audio Jack adapter to the Samsung which works without a problem (I used the Apple one).

[@JerrySchulze]

Great tip, thanks.

[@interceptor001]

​@@JerrySchulze It passes it to the thunderbolt connection dynamically meaning that when a mac/notebook is connected AND displaying it can also access it like a normal usb-c device. Once you switch to streaming the monitor uses it for its output. (Good to avoid the "speakers")

[@richardyang7486]

I was able to get the s9 for only $667 after EPP discount. Such a steal at this price point!

[@davetsai4309]

I purchased two S9 monitors from Amazon: one in acceptable condition for $460, and the other in new condition for $599.

[@kilarisarathkumar1214]

At this price point might as well get 42inch oled tv even if u have to deal with the tv software things

[@chusmanch1261]

Which space webseries were you watching at 5:33

[@JerrySchulze]

I think it was the Last Jedi

[@apaksoy]

There is a warning that says "*Only Mac computers with Apple Silicon released after 2020 are supported" on the product's webpage. Do you know what this warning is about? Does it mean the monitor can not be used with Macs without an Apple silicon chip? Source: The 27" ViewFinity S9 page on Samsung’s web site. (I can’t post the link because KZbin deletes the comment then.)

[@ExSkyCyclePilot]

The S9 goes on sale at Best Buy for $1299 regularly, and for those of us on Windows, the S9 is the only 2880p option. I have recording studio speakers, so I don't care about the sound quality of the S9. And the height/tilt etc. are "set it and forget it", so that's not really an issue. I would prefer a higher quality version of the S9 without the "smart" features, for a lower price, though. I hope 2880p monitors catch on. Windows at 200% scaling would be great on one of those.

[@doandris]

I just bought an old iMac 5k and use it as a display :D works fine for $300

[@smamurai]

I think the main dealbreaker of the studio display is the refusal to work seamlessly with anything but Apple devices. Even if someone uses only Apple devices at home, the truth is most work places use windows and working from home is becoming more of a thing, people don’t want to have to setup multiple monitors for different purposes. I should be able to use my display with my mac and be able to plug in pc/laptop to do some wfh without jumping through hoops (only supports thunderbolt devices, can’t change brightness, no on/off button)

[@josephbissochi]

I think that for the same price samsung has to give many benefits to choose it over the studio display

[@JerrySchulze]

And what they offer just isn’t enough. Maybe if the speakers were great that would help.

[@Disis_Jay]

Besides being a better display on the studio , how does it perform for premier pro when it comes to editing ? It’s what I care about when getting it.

[@Thabane_Chamane]

I’m glad I bumped into this review because now I see that the S9 might seem great but still needs alot of work

[@jdnaveen321]

big difference between samsung and apple is sammy will definitely bring the price way down in few years, also buying in duty free makes it no match, when that day comes im buying one

[@IgorEngelen1974]

got one of these recently. was kind of hoping they would use the camera to adjust brightness but that was a bridge too far

[@k9gff]

Can you daisy chain between the S9 with studio display

[@JerrySchulze]

No you can’t do 2 5 k displays on thunderbolt 4

[@petereriksson6760]

What about if you need to connect different computers to the screen? Think connecting a PC sometimes and a Mac sometimes...

[@JerrySchulze]

With one connected with TB3 and another connected with DisplayPort, you can switch using the onscreen display.

[@Ed_Mann]

For anyone who is truly interested in audio, far superior to anything built in is available for not much. Down firing hype adjusted 6 speaker systems are great for entertainment, but nothing replaces good speakers facing directly at the listener from near-field positioning. Companies such as JBL are now selling self-powered 4” monitors in well-engineered small but heavy enclosures that are good enough to mix an album on, total price about $200.00. You’re spending many thousands of dollars on a display, a user could spend a few hundred more and have audio that matches the imagery these high end displays offer.

[@vincemerrell3993]

I think it's kinda disappointing we're still having this conversation now (and that monitors of this calibre are still at the $1500 price point) I've had a Studio display since the middle of 2022. It's great and works well with my Mac Studio but in all honesty, it's not a big improvement over the original 5K retina display in the late 2014 iMacs. That said, it just works: seamless brighness and volume adjustments (and nightshift/truetone) and the in-built camera is good enough for my needs and it has been faultless to date. The speakers are sufficient for most purposes and I've found myself using them more in lieu of the Sonos Play 1's in my main study area. Definitely better than the old and new iMac speakers by a country mile. But if I also had a non-Apple device to connect, then the sheer lack of physical buttons and configuration in the Studio display feels like it would be a poor (and potentially impossible) option.

[@balkeep]

Samsung can connect to a different sources, Samsung has stand AND VESA mount. Two super important advantages you forgot about. And in my country basic ASD costs 2200 usd, Samsung 1200…

[@BenGraceCreative]

the samsung is on sale for $1200...wonder if that changes it?

[@JerrySchulze]

For some I think so. Not for myself.

[@Bmarker299]

Helpful. You saved me remorse. I am going to order the Apple SD

[@JerrySchulze]

I love my SD!

[@extrasoap4881]

go with the ASD. that feeling after you've bought a cheaper version, feeling like you should have gone with the one you wanted, is not nice. and you might end up selling the cheaper one and getting the one you want anyway.

[@Cinefilo_Celuloide]

Hello, beautiful Review, I have a question they will send me an Apple Studio Display very soon and the truth is I have not so modern equipment in terms of connectivity I have a Mac mini Late 2012 and a Mac Pro 2013 Trashcan and I don't know if a thunderbolt 3 to thunderbolt 2 converter can work for me I hope you can help me

[@JerrySchulze]

I am sorry, I do not have a thunderbolt 2 computer to test. I hope you can find the answer.

[@ArtandResearch]

Hello, thank you for the review. does it work with Intel Macs with thunderbolt 3?

[@JerrySchulze]

Samsung website says apple silicon. I don't have an intel Mac to test with.

[@ArtandResearch]

thank you.@@JerrySchulze

[@WanderingAroundAZ]

This is on sale for under $900. Is it worth it for that price?

[@mbvx7]

The difference will be Samsung will put their display on sale for $999 by Christmas, making it an really good deal. at the end of the day Glossy wins for me, but if all you care about is an accurate color reproduction and 5k, the samsung will be a way better value as soon as it's on sale.

[@JerrySchulze]

You are probably right!

[@JamesBond-fo6ow]

ASD has been on sale for $1250- $1350 currently (US) recently several places. Not $999 no, but a pretty good drop if you are in the market.

[@extrasoap4881]

@@JamesBond-fo6ow $200-$300 seems like a fair upgrade for build quality, support and better speakers imo, if we're comparing discounted prices for both

[@dustinglass]

Do you happen to have a link to that wallpaper you're using?

[@JerrySchulze]

One is the built in from Big Sur, the other is www.pexels.com/photo/silhouette-of-mountains-1323550/

[@dustinglass]

@@JerrySchulze Thanks!

[@DJVas514]

How's this compare to an LG C2 or C3 in 42 or 48 inch? Is the pixel density much better on these 5k displays versus the 4K displays?

[@JerrySchulze]

92 ppi on a 48" 4k, 218 ppi on these.

[@Strange-Quest]

I'm currently looking at the Samsung and it's around $900. I would love to hear peoples's opinions if it's worth it at that price. I'm also interested in being able to switch back-and-forth between Mac and PC .. I know it's not there really really. But it's so close and it really wanted it to be.

[@JerrySchulze]

It has been on sale for about 50% off lately. I still think that if you budget allows, and the studio display is on sale for $1300, it is still a better display that a Mac user will be happier With. But if budget is very important then you will like the S9.

[@yurymleh]

An external powerbrick is a massive plus for repairability.

[@Kinsella217]

I appreciate this review, but there's one angle that just doesn't check out for me. As of this comment in mid-October, the ViewFinity is $1299 on Amazon, and the Apple Studio Display with the height and tilt adjustable stand is $1999, as you indicated at the beginning of your review. Given those prices, the question becomes, if you value the height adjustable stand, is the ASD worth an extra $700? If you do not care about that fancy Apple stand, is the ASD worth an extra $300? I'm not sure I'm any closer to an answer.

[@JerrySchulze]

Or go without height adjustment and get the SD refurb from apple for less than 1400 www.apple.com/shop/refurbished/accessories/display

[@eickler]

The difference is that the Samsung prices will normally come down while the Apple ones don't. Over here in Europe, if you take the stand in the video, the Studio will be at 2209 Euro, which is 550 Euro higher than the Samsung also in Europe.

[@JerrySchulze]

Yep, check the link because $300 off today.

[@eickler]

@@JerrySchulze Ohh thanks! Changes into €200 here, but well, 200 is 200.

[@G03LIN]

Matte screen is my biggest problem with it. Thats a big reason why people like Mac displays I feel that doesn’t get mentioned enough.

[@matthewloughlin970]

Wait is this 1600 vs 2200 dollars or am I confused that seems a stupid comparison when the base model of the mac studio is 1600

[@clarkdamian]

What’s with the poor mic volume on the Apple?! Does the input slider need increasing? Now I know why my workmates struggle to hear me..

[@JerrySchulze]

Good question actually, I wonder if I didn’t have it on auto level or whatever.

[@che_mich]

In Italy, studio display starts from 1800€ (some times on amazon 1700€ with discount) when s9 1600€ as official price but on Amazon is under 1.300€ and slowly falling down. A few years ago there was also "ultrafine 5k" as an excellent alternative under 1k which had a panel identical to the 27 5k mac which is similar to the studio display

[@olafschluter706]

Glossy vs matt is not only a kind of "personal preference". There is a science called ergonomics and it will tell you that glossy displays are worse than matt displays like non-reflecting spectacles will stress your eyes less than reflecting ones (as someone wearing spectacles for decades now I can confirm that reflections on the inside of the glasses are really bad). Under all but extraordinary circumstances (you being not in any light at all) you will see yourself and every other light source within 180 degrees by reflections. Yes, I know that glossy displays give a slightly sharper and more "brilliant" picture up to the point that car headlights will seemingly blind you in a movie. It's impressive on the first occasion. But on the long run, if you are using a display for work in a non-dark environment, your eyes will say thank you for not choosing a glossy display. It is for a reason that there are no business notebooks (aside of MacBooks) featuring a glossy display. Reflections are bad. With a glossy display you better turn of all the lights surrounding you and darken all windows - or work at night.

[@klaymoon1]

With Samsung, the picture setting keep changes. It just keep changing without no reason whatsoever. It has a Apple like hardware but Blackberry like software.

[@kasparssilins]

I completely agree with you! If the price of s9 was under 1000, then it could be a good option! 👍

[@DanEmmons]

Hey my friend, I just picked up two of the Samsung S9 Viewfinity displays for $650 each on Amazon. They are 5K displays! They are the perfect combo with any Mac these days. Can’t beat 5K for $650!

[@VarunSeth]

Why did you place the macbook just between the two displays? It would have been very useful to actually compare their sizes left and right, specially because you have positioned the S9 slightly higher above then Studio display.

[@wojt4spes]

I wonder if the bigger perceived backlight bleed is due to the matt finish

[@islamicinterestofficial]

Can we connect windows laptop with Apple studio display?

[@JerrySchulze]

I dont recommned it. You ave to find a way to get the Bootcamp drivers and it's a pain.

[@islamicinterestofficial]

@@JerrySchulze Thanks for letting me know and for quick response. Much appreciated!

[@thepurpleufo]

For many months I was waiting for the S9 and thinking it was going to be great and a lot less expensive. But now I find out it's not really even close to the Studio Display, your comparison here makes the choice obvious. Apple all the way. Thank you.

[@mirz4e]

I think the price for the S9 will come down to around $1k on Amazon in less than a year.

[@frankwerner923]

What about the Samsung ViewFinity S8 if i dont need a webcam and speakers?

[@JerrySchulze]

The S8 a 4k display if that’s what you prefer.

[@frankwerner923]

@@JerrySchulze i think 4k or 5k is not that big of a difference for me. The S8 looks very clean, has good color accuracy and can be used easy with windows and mac. And that for a fraction of the price. Am I missing something?

[@vernearase3044]

I remember all the squawking about the Studio Display when it first came out, but more and more it seems like a great display - and probably the display I'll be getting when I'm ready to replace my 2020 iMac 5K.

[@andrewdavidson665]

In the same boat here. Not yet ready to replace my 2020 iMac - that'll happen when they drop support for it and upgrades - but the Studio Display looks likely to be my path (though I'd love a 32" 6K that's not insanely expensive)

[@vernearase3044]

@@andrewdavidson665 Yeah, I bought the 2020 iMac _loaded:_ 128 GB RAM, 4 TB SSD, Core-i9, AMD Radeon Pro 5700 XT w/16 GB VRAM. I _knew_ it would be a while (if ever) before you could play Win games at a good frame rate and high resolution on Apple Silicon, and I wanted this machine to last as long as possible. _Didn't_ know Microsoft was gonna introduce a requirement for additional security hardware for Win 11 though.

[@andrewdavidson665]

@@vernearase3044hah! Literally the same as me barring the RAM. (I left RAM at base but bought 96GB after market) and also partially for the same about being able to play games, though I also wanted it for Windows VMs (Parallels rocks) for work and for Logic and yeah those Windows 11 requirements are frustrating. However I found I didn't play games on it as much as I hoped due to the hassle of dual booting so ended up buying a second (windows) PC to scratch that itch. Still love my iMac (my first desktop mac) though and will get possibly a Studio when I do eventually replace it, though given how powerful the mini with the M2pro is in it, it might be something like that, as long as there is a goodly amount of IO.

[@intensifiedhipster]

Studio Display is still overpriced garbage. iMac 5K 2020 started from $1799, and it was a full-blown computer with decent AMD graphics, the latest mid-range Intel processor (which costed at least $200 on its own), keyboard and mouse and stuff. Studio Display just cannot cost this much. Maybe if it gets upgraded with mini-LED and 120 Hz, then it will be worth $1599. But not in its current state.

[@vernearase3044]

@@intensifiedhipster Sure, I hope by the time I'm ready to buy my next desktop they'll have upgraded it to a liquid retina XDR display, but I really need _at least_ a 5K display as I've been spoiled by the 5K iMac. No one says you have to buy it so don't get all up in your face about it. Buy a cheapo 4K display and let 'em double scale it for you. The studio display simply slots in and replaces the missing parts of the iMac 5K.

[@Detroupe]

U forget to mention the DP display port in the back of the Samsung Display. Isn't ? That allows u to connect a Windows PC. No way to connect the Display Studio in Windows environment.

[@JerrySchulze]

I did mention the DisplayPort and they both can be connected to a windows PC with thunderbolt. The studio display will need the boot camp drivers to adjust brightness and there may be other annoyances.

[@inthemoment8788]

Have had the Studio display for half a year now. It expensive certainly, but you get what you pay for. It's pure quality.

[@templar.]

not sure if you still check the comments on this video but where did you get the lantern/stand behind you? i personally love the aesthetic

[@stever7732]

I have the Apple Studio display and like a lot of people out of necessity I have it placed much nearer a rear wall than you had there. The Apple display can sound too bass heavy if placed within a couple of feet of a rear wall, depending of course on your listening preferences. I think the Samsung would still sound weak near a wall but there would probably be some beneficial bass reinforcement.

[@breathofawareness7903]

Who uses monitor audio ? Doesn't everybody have external speakers for proper sound quality ?

[@CaseyMunro-p3w]

Thank you! But, love to know... does the Apple Studio display interface with non apple laptops/tablets? I need to be able to utilise the display for both personal devices & work (windows)

[@juliosaca]

Hello looking at buying the s9 at a good discount just was worried about your final comment that you cant fix the bad speakers by connecting external ones. Why?? I have a pair of usb bose companion speakers, cant I just connect them to the usb hub?

[@JerrySchulze]

Yes, you absolutely can for playing audio from a computer through the display as a hub, but if you want to use display as a standalone gaming or video device, you can’t.

[@cazcusumano2132]

Hi great review!! i’ve recently seen it for £984 now would you say it’s worth it over the studio display at this price?

[@hayleyinpublic]

Yes, that’s half the price of the equivalent ‘height & tilt adjustable Apple Studio Display with nano glass’. The Apple display is going to be flawless, but you pay a premium for that. The Samsung S9 is a great alternative for those who use windows and mac, and the £1000 saving could buy you a HomePod and a 4k webcam for a few hundred and still save a ton. I just ordered an S9 for £1189, and while I’ll probably use the built in speakers and camera, I already have Apple HomePods for audio and a Dell 4k webcam that gives insane quality, so I’m not fussed about the S9 speakers being so-so.

[@Damian-kb2nh]

Have You noticed any loud noises (coils?) from inside when You use any item pluged in USB-C to monitor ex. SSD or Card Reader?

[@guybrushtail]

It is being sold at 850$ in Turkey right now, I have also heard there is a discount in Australia as well. I suppose it is worth the money for 850$ what do you think? I really don't want to pay 750$ more to Apple, just for style and better speakers. And if the image quality there then I suppose it is a really good value for 850$

[@JerrySchulze]

If price is your main concern then the Samsung is a good alternative.

[@Snarkyafterthoughts]

The S9 has already been on sale for 1,299. Wait for black friday I'm sure it will be 1,199 or 1,099. Like all Samsung products the msrp prices are just suggestions.

[@JerrySchulze]

lol suggestions.

[@bloodywicked0001]

for recommending the Apple Studio Display over price, now the Samsung has a deal for that ViewFinity S9 for $900. Would that change your recommendation?

[@JerrySchulze]

Personal taste leads me to the studio display. Even at that price, I like the overall package better.

[@7-bs]

It’s selling for 1k$ in my country .. might actually scoop one since I already have a studio display

[@Longuro]

I have a Studio Display. The only reason I would consider the S9 is if it would have a HDMI input port so I could also connect my PS5 to it in addition to my Mac Studio so I could save desk space, but since it does not there is no need for me to switch.

[@davidalcorta9505]

How does it handle additional inputs? On my current LG 4K monitor, in addition to my 2015 5K imac thru displayport, I have the option of going to my M1 powerbook on USBC or Tivo mini and 4th gen AppleTV via HDMI. You can't do that on a Apple Studio display (or can you??) but would like to do that on the now $899 Samsung. And if so how does the display look upscaling the Tivo mini?

[@ronkunk144]

Well, with Amazon and Walmart offering the S9 at $1299.00 that sort of makes a difference

[@JerrySchulze]

Is that enough of a discount to make it appealing to you?

[@ronkunk144]

Hi Jerry, yes it is@@JerrySchulze

[@claytonmoore2091]

I think you nailed it, the Apple display "for the same money" is a no brainer. Samsung would probably not be able to make enough of these had they an MSRP of even $1,200. Having said that, were Samsung to offer a 5k at 32" for $1,999 that might raise some eyebrows. Just saying.

[@MarkSaeys]

What about the 40" Philips 40b1u6903ch 5K2K ultrawide ? You thing this thing would scale nicely on MacOS (Retina?)

[@iamselvarangan]

Hey bro i am using macbook air M1 but when i try to connect with my 768p tv that external monitor every 3 seconds once automatically blinking how to solve this issue can you give me any suggestions for that. I have connected with 3 in 1 type c connector when i try to connect with my samsung mobile its working perfectly.

[@JerrySchulze]

I don’t have an answer but connecting to TVs has always had weird issues in my experience.

[@marcosvictor4935]

Just a note: you cannot accomplish the same as a smart TV with a computer, streaming services will only stream low quality video to PCs, bitrate is quite low with blocky scenes and most won't even stream in 4k. Only Netflix and only in very specific circumstances. So yeah, there's value in having native TV apps that can actually stream in high quality and high resolution. Also, I personally have a separate TV in my office and I will use it to watch something when the PC is busy rendering, in which case trying to watch on the same PC would cause stutters and other performance issues. In any case, thanks for the review, very informative and helpful.

[@bannyy]

As a mix user of Windows and Mac I thought the S9 would be a much better option for me. But I actually hated it at all and decided to send it back. I also had a production fault in the top right corner of the screen, so the glass / plastic was slightly shattered. A no-go for a device at that price point. But the the two most annoying aspects: 1. It is so unbelievably wobbly, I was almost scared it would fall off my desk. And 2. all these smart TV / remote control features are just annoying and irritating. I really felt ripped off by Samsung once again. After a bit of research I ordered the Alogic Clarity monitor and even though it’s „only“ a 4K monitor, I absolutely love it. It works perfectly with Windows and Mac and I love that it even charges my Macbook Pro when connected via USB-C (charges at 90 watts). It has a glossy glass Screen (which is super rare) and overall feels really sturdy. The S9 is sooooo not worth its asking price. It’s almost ridiculous. Ps. Thanks for great video!

[@Nerdistmaximus]

This thing makes the Studio Display look like a great value honestly. I have loved my Studio Display. Great review Jerry.

[@bruintoo]

Thanks for the comparison. I was able to pick up a slightly used Studio Display for $1100 versus a brand new Samsung S9 fior $1500.

[@JerrySchulze]

Very nice!

[@Blazerelf]

The advantage is that you can use this with windows aswell; which studio display is not that friendly for

[@justsomeguy1074]

Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K now on sale for $899. So which one is better value now?

[@JerrySchulze]

Which one is better and which one is a better value are 2 different questions. At 899, it should be considered.

[@justsomeguy1074]

@@JerrySchulze I didn't say either one was better just a better value!

[@JerrySchulze]

@@justsomeguy1074 Yep, must pointing it out for others who may see it. Are you considering it then?

[@justsomeguy1074]

@@JerrySchulze Yes

[@michellethompson2375]

So you can’t just use it as a PC? You have to hook up an IPad or laptop to mirror onto the computer? This is so confusing lol

Did you have delta E for this?

[@SoulkinMusicLLC]

The fixed it. Apple Cut morons love it. Now, I have a lot of apple tech. But I bought the Viewfinity S9 for $968. This price is far better than Apple Studio Display. Add to this, the tilt and full rotation is far better. I simply added my highend speakers to the S9 and the sound is better than the Apple Display's native. I paired the Viewfinity S9 with the Mac Studio M2 Max and its' great. Don't buy into the hype just for the sake of brand loyalty (cultism) or worship. The Studio Display is not worth $2000.

[@kinocchio]

I want a 32 inch 5k display 😭

[@JerrySchulze]

Na, you want a 32” 6k.

[@kinocchio]

@@JerrySchulze yes!

[@akarshJD]

@JerrySchulze Can you compare it now that the price of the S9 has halved and the Studio display is the same price?

[@akyhne]

5:32 and 5:37 Next time you compare monitors, at least calibrate them to the same output. The Samsung is clearly set to a higher brightness, so of course, blacks will look better on the Apple display. I'm not defending the Samsung, I don't find it to be particular good. But a comparison should be on equal parameters.

[@timstafford6815]

I'd suggest you review the Dell U32224KB 6K. It's a whole different deal. Not for everyone. But pretty awesome if one is willing to fiddle a little.

[@UsmonWasTaken]

You mentioned the issue with Samsung's brick, but you didn't mention the non-removable cable of the studio monitor. You said the height-adjusting experience is not good on Samsung, but you didn't mention the non-removable and extra $400 stand on the studio monitor. This kinda sus

[@JerrySchulze]

Thanks for watching. I clearly outlined the differences in the stand and pricing for the model I had. The power cord not being removable is a complete non issue.