Apparently they're the first to do it... - Samsung ViewFinity S8
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Get 20% off DeleteMe US consumer plans when you go to joindeleteme.com and use promo code ShortCircuit at checkout. DeleteMe International Plans: international.joindeleteme.com Plouffe likes displays, but more specifically, weird displays. Though 37" inches is big, it's not really that weird, but what IS weird is that this is somehow the WORLDS FIRST 37" 4K monitor. With a beefy KVM and beefy specs, did Plouffe find his new office desk display? Buy a Samsung 27-Inch ViewFinity S8: geni.us Want us to unbox something? Make a suggestion at lmg.gg ► GET MERCH: lttstore.com ► GET A VPN: piavpn.com ► GET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT ON FLOATPLANE: lmg.gg ► SPONSORS, AFFILIATES, AND PARTNERS: lmg.gg Purchases made through some store links may provide some compensation to Linus Media Group. Affiliate links powered in part by affilimate.com Linus Sebastian is an investor in Framework Computer, Inc CHAPTERS --------------------------------------------------- 0:00 A niche world's first, but a world's first nonetheless 0:43 Unboxing and stand build speedrun 4:06 Design impressions and ports 5:40 Sponsor 6:17 Initial impressions 7:24 Gaming impressions 8:28 The beefy KVM 10:02 LABS test results 10:42 Pricing and overall thoughts 10:57 Outro
The video presents Samsung's ViewFinity S8, marketed as the world’s first 37 inch 4K monitor, with a focus on its unusual size rather than gaming performance. The host opens the box and highlights the compact, tool-free stand design that snaps into place in what is claimed to be an exceptionally quick five second setup, though the host tests and documents it taking a bit longer. He examines the ports on the rear and the nontraditional side panel, pointing out a Gigabit Ethernet port, USB-A and USB-C options, as well as the built in KVM switch that enables easy keyboard and mouse sharing across devices. The host notes that this display is not a gaming monitor due to its 60 Hz refresh rate, but emphasizes its suitability for office tasks, multitasking, and hot-desking scenarios where a single expansive screen can host multiple windows. Throughout the segment, he evaluates color accuracy in SDR and HDR, describes mounting and tilt range, and provides a practical assessment of the overall build quality and desk presence, concluding that the S8 offers strong office value despite some tradeoffs for high-end gaming. He also comments on potential pricing around 580 USD, arguing that for office equipment the size, 4K resolution, and built in KVM justify the cost for the right use case. The video closes with a practical verdict that this monitor excels as a large, single-screen solution for productivity, content viewing, and layout flexibility, while acknowledging its limitations for HDR quality and gaming performance.
Topics · technology · hardware · office-productivity · consumer-electronics
Questions answered
- What makes the Samsung ViewFinity S8 unusual as a monitor?
- It is a 37 inch 4K monitor with a built in KVM, a large desk-friendly footprint, and a focus on office productivity rather than gaming, offering extensive multitasking real estate.
- Can the S8 be used effectively for gaming?
- Gaming is not its primary target due to a 60 Hz refresh rate, though casual or older titles can run on it, with caveats like potential motion and scaling limitations.
- How easy is the stand setup for the S8?
- The stand is designed to be tool-free and very quick to install, with the host claiming a five second setup in promotional material and demonstrating a fast assembly in practice.