BenQ
BenQ SW272U
27″ · 4K IPS AdobeRGB · 60Hz
88
/ 100
From $1,199
VS
Samsung
Samsung ViewFinity S9
27″ · 5K IPS
88
/ 100
From $1,599
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, BenQ SW272U lands at 88 and Samsung ViewFinity S9 at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick BenQ SW272U if…
- ✓Current panel tech
- ✓Strong factory calibration
- ✓Modern connectivity
Pick Samsung ViewFinity S9 if…
- ✓Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
- ✓Modern connectivity
- ✓Mature firmware
BenQ SW272U 88
vs 88 Samsung ViewFinity S9
Score breakdown
BenQ SW272U
88 color 88
motion 72
hdr 62
features 86
Samsung ViewFinity S9
88 color 88
motion 72
hdr 62
features 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | BenQ SW272U | Samsung ViewFinity S9 |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | 4K IPS AdobeRGB | 5K IPS |
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Refresh | 60Hz | — |
| Release year | 2024 | 2023 |
BenQ SW272U
Pros
- +Current panel tech
- +Strong factory calibration
- +Modern connectivity
Cons
- −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
- −HDR varies by model
- −OLED burn-in risk
Samsung ViewFinity S9
Pros
- +Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
- +Modern connectivity
- +Mature firmware
Cons
- −Stand ergonomics vary
- −HDR on IPS limited
- −OLED burn-in risk
FAQ: BenQ SW272U vs Samsung ViewFinity S9
Which is better, BenQ SW272U or Samsung ViewFinity S9? +
Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is BenQ SW272U worth the price? +
At $1,199, BenQ SW272U delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in color.
Is Samsung ViewFinity S9 worth the price? +
At $1,599, Samsung ViewFinity S9 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in color.
Does BenQ SW272U or Samsung ViewFinity S9 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.