The Samsung M80D is a 32-inch 4k smart monitor. A replacement for the Samsung Smart Monitor M8/M80C S32CM80, it's similar to the lower-end Samsung M70D and competes against other smart monitors such as the LG MyView Smart Monitor (32SR85U) and the ASUS ZenScreen Smart Monitor MS27UC. Like other smart monitors, it includes a remote with voice control, a smart OS like you'd normally find on a TV, and integrated speakers. It also has some extra features, such as Picture-in-Picture/Picture-by-Picture mode for displaying multiple inputs at the same time, as well as some gaming features, such as Virtual Aim Point and Minimap Zoom.
Our Verdict
The Samsung M80D is okay for PC gaming. Fast-moving objects look quite blurry, so it's not a good choice for games with a lot of motion. While it displays HDR colors decently, it doesn't have local dimming and doesn't get bright enough for highlights to pop, though it's bright enough to overcome glare. Though it's not a monitor to buy for gaming, it works decently for slower, text-heavy games like turn-based strategy games, thanks to its superb text clarity.
High native contrast ratio.
Disappointing motion handling.
60Hz refresh rate and no VRR.
No local dimming feature.
Highlights don't pop against the rest of the image.
The Samsung M80D is disappointing for console gaming. It's limited to a 60Hz refresh rate, and fast-moving objects look blurry. As a result, it's not a good choice for FPS and action RPG games. However, while it doesn't get bright enough for highlights to pop, it's bright enough to overcome glare. Additionally, it has sharp text, so it works decently if you plan on playing turn-based strategy or other slower games.
Low input lag.
High native contrast ratio.
Disappointing motion handling.
60Hz refresh rate and no VRR.
Limited support for console features.
No local dimming feature.
HDMI 2.0 Bandwidth.
Highlights don't pop against the rest of the image.
The Samsung M80D is great for office use. Its large 32-inch screen makes it easy to multitask, and its 4k resolution ensures sharp text. It also gets bright enough to overcome glare, but reflections are distracting in a well-lit room. While it has good ergonomics that make it easy to adjust for individual use, without swivel adjustments and wide viewing angles, it's difficult to share the screen with someone sitting next to you.
Fantastic text clarity.
Bright enough to fight glare.
Good individual ergonomics.
No swivel adjustments.
Narrow viewing angles.
Distracting reflections in bright rooms.
The Samsung M80D is good for content creation. It has accurate colors before calibration, but calibrating it still provides the best accuracy. On the plus side, its large 32-inch screen is big enough for multitasking, and its high resolution and high pixel density ensure a sharp image. It also has good ergonomics, but it doesn't offer swivel adjustments, and because it has narrow viewing angles, it's difficult to share your screen with a coworker or client.
Fantastic text clarity.
Bright enough to fight glare.
High native contrast ratio.
Good individual ergonomics.
No swivel adjustments.
Narrow viewing angles.
The Samsung M80D has good brightness, as it gets bright enough to fight glare in well-lit rooms. While it still gets bright in HDR, highlights don't pop against dark backgrounds.
Bright enough to fight glare.
Highlights don't pop against the rest of the image.
The Samsung M80D has a poor response time, and there's noticeable smearing and motion blur with fast-moving objects.
Disappointing motion handling.
The Samsung M80D has acceptable HDR picture quality. HDR colors look decently vivid, and it displays darker colors fairly well. It also has excellent contrast and fairly deep blacks are visible in a dark room. However, it doesn't have local dimming to improve this performance.
High native contrast ratio.
No local dimming feature.
The Samsung M80D has great SDR picture quality. It displays a wide range of colors, and it displays fairly deep blacks next to bright highlights.
High native contrast ratio.
Displays wide range of colors.
The Samsung M80D has great color accuracy. Colors are quite accurate even before calibration, but you still need to calibrate it for the best accuracy.
Accurate colors before calibration.
Full calibration required for best accuracy.
Performance Usages
Changelog
- Updated Jan 23, 2026: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.1.1. We removed the Vertical Viewing Angle test.
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Updated Aug 19, 2025:
We updated text throughout to match the new and updated tests with Test Bench 2.1, including in the Verdict section.
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Updated Aug 07, 2025:
Added that the Dell S3225QS is a similar monitor that has HDMI 2.1 bandwidth.
- Updated Jul 24, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.1. This includes new tests for Direct Reflections, Ambient Black Level Raise, and Total Reflected Light. You can see all the changes in the changelog.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the 32-inch Samsung M80D, which is the only size available. It replaces the Samsung Smart Monitor M8/M80C S32CM80 and sits above the Samsung Smart Monitor M7/M70D, which is available in 32 and 43-inch sizes but doesn't come with all the M80D's features, such as a webcam. The M80D is only available in one color. You can see how these monitors differ below:
| Model | Colors Available | Size | Webcam Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| M80D | White | 32" | Yes |
| M70D | Black | 32" and 43" | No |
Our unit's label indicates it was manufactured in May 2024. We tested it with firmware 1110.
Popular Monitor Comparisons
The Samsung M80D is a 4k, 60Hz smart monitor. It's ideally suited to people who don't have room for a full TV but still want a smart TV experience, including integrated apps, a remote with voice control, and even a bundled webcam. If you're looking for an all-in-one solution with a large screen and sharp text and plan to use the monitor mostly for doing work and watching content, it's a great choice at its sale price. However, it's not a great choice if you plan to game, as it's limited to a 60Hz refresh rate, and fast-moving objects look blurry. Additionally, while it's decent for watching content, its highlights don't get bright enough to pop in HDR. If you don't need a webcam and are looking for something a bit cheaper with similar performance, the Samsung Smart Monitor M7/M70C S32CM70 is a great option. Additionally, if the M80D isn't on sale and you don't need a smart system or remote, the Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx is an outstanding alternative with far better picture quality, brighter highlights, and superior gaming performance.
See our recommendations for the best 32-inch monitors, the best multimedia monitors, and, if you're interested, the best budget TVs.
The Samsung Smart Monitor M7/M70C S32CM70 and the Samsung Smart Monitor M80D S32DM80 are similar 32-inch smart monitors. For most people, the M80D is a better option, as it gets brighter in HDR, includes a webcam, and was released more recently and may receive smart OS updates longer. However, if you don't need a webcam you may prefer the M70C's lower cost.
The Apple Studio Display 2022 and the Samsung Smart Monitor M80D S32DM80 are different types of monitors. The Apple monitor has a higher 5k resolution, resulting in sharper text and images, and it has features you can only access with a macOS device, like its extremely accurate sRGB mode. The Apple monitor is also available with a glossy coating, resulting in a clearer image than the matte coating of the Samsung. However, the Samsung monitor has different features, including a built-in smart system to stream content without a PC. The Samsung also has a higher native contrast ratio for deeper blacks than the Apple monitor.
The Samsung Smart Monitor M80C S32CM80 and the Samsung Smart Monitor M80D S32DM80 are extremely similar 32-inch smart monitors. The M80D was released more recently and may receive smart OS updates longer. Given their similarities, you may prefer to choose whichever one costs less.
The Samsung Smart Monitor M80B S32BM80 and the Samsung Smart Monitor M80D S32DM80 are similar 32-inch smart monitors. The M80D is the better option for most people, as it gets brighter in HDR, has more accurate colors, and was released more recently, and therefore may receive updates to its smart OS for longer. However, the M8 generally has similar performance, and you may prefer it if you can find it for less.
We buy and test more than 30 monitors each year, all of which we purchase ourselves, without cherry-picked units or samples. We put a lot into each unbiased, straight-to-the-point review, and there's a whole process from purchasing to publishing, involving multiple teams and people. We do more than just use the monitor for a week; we use specialized, custom tools to measure various aspects and deliver objective, data-driven results. We also consider multiple factors before making any recommendations, including the monitor's cost, its performance compared to the competition, and whether it's easy to find.
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