Rating 4.2 36 reviews
Manufacturer: Samsung
price $1,083.13
B&H Photo
12 years ago

Not Mac compatible

I used this product just long enough to discover that it was not compatible with Mac computers. It was purchased due to its supposedly better resolution than the ViewSonic monitor I use alongside an iMac.
Pros:
  • Easy To Set Up
Cons:
  • Not Compatible With Mac
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TFT Central
14 years ago

Samsung S27A850D

A look at the interesting arrival of PLS panel technology to the market in this 27" screen from Samsung. How does the screen perform and what is PLS technology like? How does it compare with IPS?
Pros:
  • Pleasing all round performance from PLS panel
  • comparable to e-IPS in many regards
  • Smoother
  • non-grainy AG coating
  • Very good pixel responsiveness
Cons:
  • Some backlight bleed issues (may vary
  • Poor default setup
  • needs calibration ideally
  • Some adjustments from the stand are very stiff
Read more on TFT Central
Tweak News
14 years ago

The Samsung SA850 monitor is in a class that is slightly above what the day to day computer user will need but will integrate nicely into a home environment if the advanced features are needed.
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FlatpanelsHD
14 years ago

Samsung S27A850D

Samsung's new 24-inch S24A850D and 27-inch S27A850D are the first monitors to utilize Samsung's new PLS (Plane to Line switching) panel that boasts the same characteristics as the IPS panel technology.
Pros:
  • Picture quality
  • Better coating than most IPS panels
  • Ergonomic adjustability
  • High resolution
  • Viewing angles
  • Low power consumption
Cons:
  • Out-of-box settings
  • Lacks HDMI
  • Black depth
  • Some clouding
  • Color gamut not accurate
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BCCHardware
14 years ago

Samsung S27A850 LED Ultra HD Monitor

Samsung is no stranger to the LCD market. They make LCD panels that set the bar for others to follow and in fact are the ones making the displays for Apple's new iPad. They know how to cram a bunch of pixels onto a panel and the screen we are looking at today has quite a few.
Pros:
  • High resolution - 2560x1440
  • 3x USB 3.0 Ports
  • Lots of height adjustment
  • Display can rotate
  • Multiple inputs
  • Good color quality
Cons:
  • Pros
  • Construction feels a little cheap
  • No Display Port Cable
  • Premium price for the extra resolution
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ModSynergy
13 years ago

Samsung SyncMaster S27A850D 27" 850 Series LED Super PLS Business Monitor Review

By: Michael Phrakaysone Enter any specialized business facility focused on graphical or video content and you will realize that their displays are not ones consumers would typically use at home. They are not ones you would find at your local Wal-Mart because monitors vary for specific purpose.
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