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BenQ SW272U — 27″ · 4K IPS AdobeRGB · 60Hz
BenQ

BenQ SW272U

27″ · 4K IPS AdobeRGB · 60Hz

88
/ 100
From $1,199
VS
Samsung ViewFinity S9 — 27″ · 5K IPS
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
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Tie

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

BenQ SW272U

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

BenQ SW272U more score per dollar ($1,199 vs $1,599).

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

BenQ SW272U versus Samsung ViewFinity S9 — full spec comparison
Spec BenQ SW272U Samsung ViewFinity S9
Panel
4K IPS AdobeRGB
5K IPS
Size
27"
27"
Refresh
60Hz
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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.

Which is the better value, BenQ SW272U or Samsung ViewFinity S9? +

BenQ SW272U — more score per dollar ($1,199 vs $1,599). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.