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Samsung S80A vs Samsung ViewFinity S9

Monitor · Samsung

Samsung S80A

27″ · 3840×2160 · 60 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 58.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate15
Resolution100
Panel80
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Monitor · Samsung

Samsung ViewFinity S9

27″ · 5120×2880 · 60 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 57.0 / 100Good
Refresh rate15
Resolution100
Panel80
Response time50
Verdict

Samsung S80A and Samsung ViewFinity S9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 58 and 57.

  • Resolution: Samsung ViewFinity S9 leads (5120×2880 vs 3840×2160).
Pick this

Samsung ViewFinity S9

If you care most about resolution.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Samsung S80ASamsung ViewFinity S9
58Gear score57
27″Screen size27″
3840×2160Resolution5120×2880
60 HzRefresh rate60 Hz
IPSPanelIPS
—Response time5 ms
≈ $333Estimated price≈ $1,000

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is Samsung S80A or Samsung ViewFinity S9 better?

Samsung S80A and Samsung ViewFinity S9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 58 and 57. Resolution: Samsung ViewFinity S9 leads (5120×2880 vs 3840×2160).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: Samsung S80A ≈ $333, Samsung ViewFinity S9 ≈ $1,000. Current prices vary by store.