Table of Contents
- Design
- Connections
- where's the sound?
- Menus and Settings
- The image is what matters
- The pleasing simplicity of the Samsung 24CF390
A display with curvature is something that many may consider just a gimmick, that is, a gimmick for the public. However, others see real improvements in the format. So, as I've always been on the fence about it, I was excited about the possibility of reviewing the Samsung 24CF390.
Design
The first thing that caught my eye about the curved monitor Samsung 24CF390 is how little curved it is. This is probably due to its size. At just 24 inches, it definitely can't be exactly big.
In addition, its design is subtle and functional. Clearly, the Samsung opted for a design without too flashy elements. The big sin, however, is that the monitor pedestal is fixed. This means that minor height or rotation adjustments cannot be made. He is what he is and you're going to have to deal with it.
That would be forgivable on a TV, but it's a pretty big flaw for a PC monitor. On another accessibility issue, the monitor comes with a very short HDMI cable, so be prepared to purchase separate cables. But at the end of the day, what really matters in a monitor is its image quality. But before we talk about that, let's talk a little about the connections of the Samsung 24CF390.
Connections
This is another point at which the Samsung 24CF390 It's quite simple. There is only one HDMI and one RGB input on the device. In addition, a headphone output and power connection.
The fact that it has only one HDMI input already limits its use. If you want, for example, to turn on both your computer and your PS4, you'll need to use both available inputs (you can switch between them through the menu). However, if you want to connect a PS4 and an Xbox One, things get complicated. Your only way out will be to use an HDMI hub, which is far from ideal.
where's the sound?
The headphone output is more or less in the center area of the rear, and this became a big issue for me. Turns out the headphone cable has an exciting journey from the audio output to my ears as it has to go through the bottom of the monitor.
This makes a standard phone cord too short, even when I was sitting very close to the screen. In addition, the Samsung 24CF390 no external sound. This can interfere with the multimedia use of the device depending on the consumer's usage profile. Thus, needing a separate stereo on your PC. Another alternative is the own wireless bluetooth headphones.
However, it is also important to mention that, even if the 24CF390 does not have sound, other Samsung options are available for this. This feature, if the user displeases, can be circumvented with other models such as the 27” Curved Monitor which, in addition to the curved screen technology, has built-in speakers. So, keep in mind whether or not this feature is crucial for you when choosing your monitor.
Menus and Settings
A design hit by Samsung 24CF390 is the fact that it concentrates all its usability in a button that is behind the monitor. This button, which is the device's on/off switch, also serves as a directional pad for navigating the menus. The menus are very intuitive and simple, with basic options, but they should cover the main needs of most users.
The image is what matters
Another very big hit point in the Samsung 24CF390 is your image quality. At first, its specs, like the rest of the monitor, aren't that impressive. the image is FullHD, with a maximum of 60Hz and HDR is not supported.
Let's face it, it's the basics of the basics: standard resolution, standard frequency and without the pampering of HDR. However, in what it really sets out to do, it does very well, with excellent color management and a high level of detail! Its curvature allows for greater immersion if you're sitting close to the screen, even if it's a little too small.
The pleasing simplicity of the Samsung 24CF390
O Samsung 24CF390 comes positioned as a basic monitor with a single premium feature – its curvature. However, how much the curvature improves the experience ends up being hampered by the size of the monitor.
However, it is a product according to the proposed price, which is a good thing. It can be found in online stores for between 700 and 800 reais, which is about the average of the competition for the same size.
It is up to the consumer to choose their preferred gimmick. Some may prefer to invest in frequency, for example. THE Samsung 24CF390 it offers the curvature and an excellent image for the price, but it has considerable caveats in its form. Mainly the tricky location of the headphone jack. But it can be a good option for your usage profile, it all depends on what you expect from a monitor.
