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