- Table of Contents
- Intro
- Design
- Picture Quality
- Motion
- Inputs
- Features
- Sizes and Variants
- Compared
- Conclusion
- Discussions
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2018
By Adam Babcock
, Eric Bousquet, Yannick Khong
Samsung U32J590/UJ59
MONITOR REVIEW
Usage Ratings -
Version 1.0
7.1
Mixed Usage
Score components:
- 30% Office
- 30% Multimedia
- 25% Gaming
- 10% Media Creation
- 5% HDR Gaming
Score distribution:
7.3
Office
Score components:
- 16% Resolution and Size
- 15% Vertical Viewing Angle
- 12% Horizontal Viewing Angle
- 7% Ergonomics
- 7% Reflections
- 7% Gray Uniformity
- 6% Input Lag
- 5% SDR Color Gamut
- 5% SDR Color Volume
- 4% Black Uniformity
- 4% SDR Peak Brightness
- 4% Gradient
- 2% Motion Blur
- 2% Refresh Rate
- 2% Pre Calibration
- 1% Image Flicker
- 1% Curve radius
Score distribution:
7.3
Gaming
Score components:
- 23% Input Lag
- 14% Resolution and Size
- 13% Motion Blur
- 12% Refresh Rate
- 9% Ergonomics
- 8% Image Flicker
- 6% Reflections
- 3% SDR Peak Brightness
- 2% Contrast
- 2% Gray Uniformity
- 2% Black Uniformity
- 2% Vertical Viewing Angle
- 1% Horizontal Viewing Angle
- 1% Local Dimming
- 1% SDR Color Gamut
- 1% SDR Color Volume
Score distribution:
7.1
Multimedia
Score components:
- 17% Resolution and Size
- 10% Input Lag
- 8% Reflections
- 8% Vertical Viewing Angle
- 7% Horizontal Viewing Angle
- 6% Gray Uniformity
- 5% Ergonomics
- 5% Black Uniformity
- 4% Motion Blur
- 4% Refresh Rate
- 4% SDR Color Gamut
- 4% SDR Color Volume
- 3% Gradient
- 3% SDR Peak Brightness
- 2% Contrast
- 2% Image Flicker
- 2% HDR Peak Brightness
- 2% HDR Color Gamut
- 2% HDR Color Volume
- 1% Local Dimming
- 1% Pre Calibration
Score distribution:
7.0
Media Creation
Score components:
- 21% Resolution and Size
- 8% Ergonomics
- 7% Vertical Viewing Angle
- 7% Input Lag
- 6% Horizontal Viewing Angle
- 6% Motion Blur
- 6% Refresh Rate
- 5% Reflections
- 5% Gray Uniformity
- 5% Black Uniformity
- 3% Image Flicker
- 3% Gradient
- 3% SDR Color Gamut
- 3% SDR Color Volume
- 2% Contrast
- 2% SDR Peak Brightness
- 2% HDR Peak Brightness
- 2% HDR Color Gamut
- 2% HDR Color Volume
- 1% Pre Calibration
- 1% Local Dimming
Score distribution:
5.5
HDR Gaming
Score components:
- 14% Contrast
- 12% Input Lag
- 9% HDR Peak Brightness
- 9% Resolution and Size
- 8% Black Uniformity
- 7% Local Dimming
- 5% Ergonomics
- 5% Motion Blur
- 5% Refresh Rate
- 5% Gradient
- 5% HDR Color Gamut
- 5% HDR Color Volume
- 3% Horizontal Viewing Angle
- 3% Image Flicker
- 3% Vertical Viewing Angle
- 2% Gray Uniformity
Score distribution:
LCD Type
:
VA
What it is:
Type of LCD technology used by the monitor.
When it matters:
Different technologies have different viewing angle properties.
Variable Refresh Rate
:
FreeSync
What it is:
Feature that allows the monitor to synchronize its refresh rate with the input device's output and reduces stuttering and screen tearing.
When it matters:
Almost every usage, but is most noticeable in gaming where constant fluctuation in framerate cause distracting artifacts.
The Samsung U32J590 is a decent 32", 4k monitor. It delivers decent picture quality, with a very good native contrast ratio and decent black uniformity. It supports FreeSync VRR and has a great response time. Unfortunately, it can't get very bright to overcome glare in a bright room, and the image degrades when viewed at an angle. It also has a fixed stand that can only tilt, so you might not be able to place it in an ideal viewing position.
Test Results
| Design | 7.0 |
| Picture Quality | 6.8 |
| Motion | 7.5 |
| Inputs | 9.0 |
- Good dark room performance
- Lots of screen real-estate
- Disappointing peak brightness
- Terrible ergonomics
Update 5/10/2019:
We have retested FreeSync on the UJ590 with NVIDIA driver version 430.39, and FreeSync is now working properly on recent NVIDIA cards.
Update 1/17/2019: We tested the monitor's compatibility with NVIDIA's new FreeSync driver. See our full investigation into NVIDIA's FreeSync Drivers here.
Update 1/17/2019: We tested the monitor's compatibility with NVIDIA's new FreeSync driver. See our full investigation into NVIDIA's FreeSync Drivers here.
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Design
Score components:
Subjectively assigned
Score distribution:
Weight (without stand)
:
12.8 lbs (5.8 kg)
What it is:
The weight of the monitor when mounted. This is with the stand removed, and if necessary any VESA mounting bracket attached.
When it matters:
When choosing a mount for a monitor/
Weight (with stand)
:
13.7 lbs (6.2 kg)
What it is:
The weight of the monitor including the stand any any input covers.
The Samsung UJ59 has a decent design. The stand supports the monitor well, but it has a large footprint. The monitor is mostly made of plastic, but there shouldn't be any issues with it. Unfortunately, the stand has terrible ergonomics, making it difficult to place in an ideal viewing position without VESA mounting it.
Width
:
18.5" (47.0 cm)
What it is:
The width of the stand.
When it matters:
When using a small desk, for those who require a monitor with a small footprint.
Depth
:
9.8" (24.9 cm)
What it is:
The depth of the stand.
When it matters:
When using a small desk, for those who require a monitor with a small footprint.
The Samsung U32J590 has a decent stand. It is slightly thicker than the stand on the CF398, and it supports the monitor better. The monitor does wobble quite a bit though, even from the vibrations caused by typing aggressively.
1.9
Ergonomics
What it is:
How much the position of the screen can be adjusted to match the viewing preference of the user.
When it matters:
All usages, but especially office and gaming use.
Score components:
- 46% Height Adjustment
- 18% Switch portrait/landscape
- 18% Swivel Range
- 18% Tilt Range
Score distribution:
The back of the monitor is very plain. There is a single vent that spans nearly the entire width of the monitor. The inputs can be difficult to access when the monitor is VESA mounted. There is only very basic cable management.
Thickness (with stand)
:
7.3" (18.5 cm)
What it is:
How far the front of the screen protrudes when placed as far back as possible against a wall.
When it matters:
When the monitor is placed back against a wall.
Thickness (without stand)
:
2.1" (5.3 cm)
What it is:
How far the front of the screen protrudes when the stand has been removed. For monitors which require a bracket to VESA mount this measurement includes the thickness of the bracket.
When it matters:
When mounting a monitor with the stand removed.
The stand on the U32J590UQN sits back from the monitor, and prevents it from being placed flush with a wall. When the stand is removed to VESA mount it, the UJ590 is very thin.
Picture Quality
Score components:
- 10% Contrast
- 3% Local Dimming
- 9% SDR Peak Brightness
- 3% HDR Peak Brightness
- 10% Horizontal Viewing Angle
- 10% Vertical Viewing Angle
- 9% Gray Uniformity
- 7% Black Uniformity
- 7% Pre Calibration
- 2% Post Calibration
- 5% SDR Color Gamut
- 5% SDR Color Volume
- 2% HDR Color Gamut
- 2% HDR Color Volume
- 2% Image Retention
- 3% Gradient
- 2% Color Bleed
- 9% Reflections
Score distribution:
The Samsung U32J590 delivers decent overall picture quality. It has a very good native contrast ratio and decent black uniformity. It has above average viewing angles for a VA panel, but the image degrades when viewed at an angle. Unfortunately, it can't get very bright, so it isn't a great choice for a bright room. Overall, the U32J590 delivers nearly identical picture quality to the LG 32UD59-B.
7.8
Contrast
What it is:
Brightness difference between white and black. This is the main component of picture quality.
When it matters:
Always, but especially when watching dark scenes.
Score components:
Score distribution:
Native Contrast
:
2799 : 1
What it is:
Ratio of the white brightness divided by the blacks measured on our checkerboard test pattern with a white target of 100 cd/m².
When it matters:
Dark scenes in a dark room.
Good value:
> 3,000
Noticeable difference:
500
Score distribution:
Contrast with local dimming
:
N/A
What it is:
Ratio of the white brightness divided by the blacks measured on our checkerboard test pattern with local dimming turned on (maximum) with a white target of 100 cd/m².
When it matters:
Dark scenes in a dark room.
Good value:
> 3,000
Noticeable difference:
500
Score distribution:
0
Local Dimming
What it is:
The lights behind the LCD layer adapt to the picture displayed, improving the contrast ratio.
When it matters:
Dark scenes viewed in a dark room.
Score components:
Subjectively assigned
Score distribution:
Local Dimming
:
No
What it is:
Whether it has a feature that controls the LEDs behind the LCD layer, to match the picture and darkens the dark portion of it.
When it matters:
On LED TVs only. Dark scenes viewed in a dark room.
Backlight
:
Edge
What it is:
Configuration of the lights of the backlight.
When it matters:
Effectiveness of the local dimming.
Good value:
Full-array/direct lighting is better for local dimming. As for the uniformity of the screen, it depends on the implementation. Some edge-lit monitors have more uniform blacks than some full-array monitors.
This monitor does not have a local dimming feature, the above video is for reference only.
5.9
SDR Peak Brightness
What it is:
How bright the screen can get. Measured with local dimming and with SDR content.
When it matters:
Bright living rooms; bright objects; SDR content.
Score components:
Score distribution:
SDR Real Scene
:
188 cd/m²
What it is:
The maximum luminosity the monitor can obtain while playing a movie or while watching a TV show. Our Real Scene was selected to represent a more regular movie condition. All measurements are made with the TV set to be as bright as possible, but with a 6500k white. Measured with local dimming on, max backlight and with an SDR signal. Scene: here.
When it matters:
When watching movies and TV shows in SDR.
Good value:
> 300 cd/m²
Noticeable difference:
30 cd/m²
Score distribution:
SDR Peak 2% Window
:
205 cd/m²
What it is:
The maximum luminosity, even if only maintained for a short time, of a white square covering 2% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over SDR signal.
When it matters:
Bright highlights, present on screen for a short time
Score distribution:
SDR Peak 10% Window
:
206 cd/m²
What it is:
The maximum luminosity, even if only maintained for a short time, of a white square covering 10% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over SDR signal.
When it matters:
Bright objects, present on screen for a short time
Score distribution:
SDR Peak 25% Window
:
206 cd/m²
What it is:
The maximum luminosity, even if only maintained for a short time, of a white square covering 25% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over SDR signal.
When it matters:
When watching in a bright room.
Score distribution:
SDR Peak 50% Window
:
206 cd/m²
What it is:
The maximum luminosity, even if only maintained for a short time, of a white square covering 50% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over SDR signal.
When it matters:
When watching in a bright room.
Score distribution:
SDR Peak 100% Window
:
206 cd/m²
What it is:
The maximum luminosity, even if only maintained for a short time, of a white square covering 100% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over SDR signal.
When it matters:
When watching in a bright room.
Score distribution:
SDR Sustained 2% Window
:
205 cd/m²
What it is:
The lowest maximum luminosity (usually after it has stabilized) of a white square covering 2% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over SDR signal.
When it matters:
Bright highlights, persistent during a scene.
Score distribution:
SDR Sustained 10% Window
:
205 cd/m²
What it is:
The lowest maximum luminosity (usually after it has stabilized) of a white square covering 10% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over SDR signal.
When it matters:
Bright objects, persistent during a scene.
Score distribution:
SDR Sustained 25% Window
:
206 cd/m²
What it is:
The lowest maximum luminosity (usually after it has stabilized) of a white square covering 25% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over SDR signal.
When it matters:
When watching in a bright room.
Score distribution:
SDR Sustained 50% Window
:
206 cd/m²
What it is:
The lowest maximum luminosity (usually after it has stabilized) of a white square covering 50% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over SDR signal.
When it matters:
When watching in a bright room.
Score distribution:
SDR Sustained 100% Window
:
206 cd/m²
What it is:
The lowest maximum luminosity (usually after it has stabilized) of a white square covering 100% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over SDR signal.
When it matters:
When watching in a bright room.
Score distribution:
SDR ABL
:
0.000
What it is:
The standard deviation of the SDR sustained brightness, after linearizing for noticeable differences in luminosity
When it matters:
Content with large bright areas, such as for PC or video game use, and sports such as hockey
Score distribution:
Disappointing peak brightness, the worst we've tested so far. The Samsung UJ59 is not an ideal choice if you have a bright room.
0
HDR Peak Brightness
What it is:
How bright the screen can get. Measured with local dimming and with HDR content.
When it matters:
HDR content
Score components:
Score distribution:
HDR Real Scene
:
N/A
What it is:
The maximum luminosity the monitor can obtain while playing a movie or while watching a TV show. This scene was selected to represent a more realistic movie condition. All measurements are made with the monitor set to be as bright as possible, but with a 6500k white. Measured with local dimming, max backlight and over HDR signal. Scene: here.
When it matters:
When watching movies or watching TV show in HDR.
Good value:
> 550 cd/m²
Noticeable difference:
80 cd/m²
Score distribution:
HDR Peak 2% Window
:
N/A
What it is:
The maximum luminosity, even if only maintained for a short time, of a white square covering 2% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over HDR signal (if supported).
When it matters:
Bright highlights, present on screen for a short time; especially for HDR content.
Good value:
> 550 cd/m²
Noticeable difference:
80 cd/m²
Score distribution:
HDR Peak 10% Window
:
N/A
What it is:
TThe maximum luminosity, even if only maintained for a short time, of a white square covering 10% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over HDR signal (if supported).
When it matters:
Bright objects, present on screen for a short time; especially for HDR content.
Good value:
> 550 cd/m²
Noticeable difference:
80 cd/m²
Score distribution:
HDR Peak 25% Window
:
N/A
What it is:
The maximum luminosity, even if only maintained for a short time, of a white square covering 25% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over HDR signal (if supported).
When it matters:
Bright rooms; bright objects in HDR video.
Good value:
> 550 cd/m²
Noticeable difference:
80 cd/m²
Score distribution:
HDR Peak 50% Window
:
N/A
What it is:
The maximum luminosity, even if only maintained for a short time, of a white square covering 50% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over HDR signal (if supported).
When it matters:
Bright rooms.
Good value:
> 550 cd/m²
Noticeable difference:
80 cd/m²
Score distribution:
HDR Peak 100% Window
:
N/A
What it is:
The maximum luminosity, even if only maintained for a short time, of a white square covering 100% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over HDR signal (if supported).
When it matters:
Bright rooms.
Good value:
> 550 cd/m²
Noticeable difference:
80 cd/m²
Score distribution:
HDR Sustained 2% Window
:
N/A
What it is:
The lowest maximum luminosity (usually after it has stabilized) of a white square covering 2% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over HDR signal (if supported).
When it matters:
Bright highlights, persistent throughout a scene; especially for HDR content.
Good value:
> 550 cd/m²
Noticeable difference:
80 cd/m²
Score distribution:
HDR Sustained 10% Window
:
N/A
What it is:
The lowest maximum luminosity (usually after it has stabilized) of a white square covering 10% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over HDR signal (if supported).
When it matters:
Bright highlights, persistent throughout a scene; especially for HDR content.
Good value:
> 550 cd/m²
Noticeable difference:
80 cd/m²
Score distribution:
HDR Sustained 25% Window
:
N/A
What it is:
The lowest maximum luminosity (usually after it has stabilized) of a white square covering 25% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over HDR signal (if supported).
When it matters:
Bright highlights, persistent throughout a scene; especially for HDR content.
Good value:
> 550 cd/m²
Noticeable difference:
80 cd/m²
Score distribution:
HDR Sustained 50% Window
:
N/A
What it is:
The lowest maximum luminosity (usually after it has stabilized) of a white square covering 50% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over HDR signal (if supported).
When it matters:
Bright rooms.
Good value:
> 550 cd/m²
Noticeable difference:
80 cd/m²
Score distribution:
HDR Sustained 100% Window
:
N/A
What it is:
The lowest maximum luminosity (usually after it has stabilized) of a white square covering 100% of the screen, with the monitor set to be as bright as possible. Measured with local dimming and over HDR signal (if supported).
When it matters:
Bright rooms.
Good value:
> 550 cd/m²
Noticeable difference:
80 cd/m²
Score distribution:
HDR ABL
:
N/A
What it is:
The coefficient of variation of the HDR sustained brightness, after linearizing for noticeable differences in luminosity
When it matters:
HDR content with large bright areas, such as HDR gaming
Good value:
<0.07
Noticeable difference:
0.01
Score distribution:
HDR is not supported on the U32J590
5.7
Horizontal Viewing Angle
What it is:
Color accuracy when viewed from the side.
Score components:
Score distribution:
Color Shift from Left
:
41 °
What it is:
Angle where the colors noticeable shift compared to when viewed from directly in front of the monitor. 0 ° means directly facing the monitor. Measurements are up to a maximum of 75 °.
When it matters:
When sharing your monitor with people on your left
Good value:
> 50°
Noticeable difference:
10°
Score distribution:
Color Shift from Right
:
45 °
What it is:
Angle where the colors noticeable shift compared to when viewed from directly in front of the monitor. 0 ° means directly facing the monitor. Measurements are up to a maximum of 75 °.
When it matters:
When sharing your monitor with people on your right
Good value:
> 50°
Noticeable difference:
10°
Score distribution:
Brightness from Left
:
53 °
What it is:
Angle where the brightness drops to 50% of the brightness directly in front of the monitor. 0 ° means directly facing the monitor. Measurements are up to a maximum of 75 °.
When it matters:
When sharing your monitor with people on your left.
Good value:
> 50°
Noticeable difference:
10°
Score distribution:
Brightness from Right
:
55 °
What it is:
Angle where the brightness drops to 50% of the brightness directly in front of the monitor. 0 ° means directly facing the monitor. Measurements are up to a maximum of 75 °.
When it matters:
When sharing your monitor with people on your right.
Good value:
> 50°
Noticeable difference:
10°
Score distribution:
Black Level from Left
:
20 °
What it is:
Angle where the black level drops to 50% of the black level directly in front of the monitor. 0 ° means directly facing the monitor. Measurements are up to a maximum of 75 °.
When it matters:
When sharing your monitor with people on your right.
Good value:
> 50°
Noticeable difference:
10°
Score distribution:
Black Level from Right
:
18 °
What it is:
Angle where the black level drops to 50% of the black level directly in front of the monitor. 0 ° means directly facing the monitor. Measurements are up to a maximum of 75 °.
When it matters:
When sharing your monitor with people on your right.
Good value:
> 50°
Noticeable difference:
10°
Score distribution:
Disappointing horizontal viewing angles, nearly identical to the Samsung UE590 and LG 32UD59. The black levels rise rapidly at even moderate angles. Colors stay accurate even at wide angles, which is great, and the brightness only drops to half at an even wider angle, which is great.
7.1
Vertical Viewing Angle
What it is:
Color accuracy when viewed from the top or bottom.
Score components:
Score distribution:
Color Shift from Below
:
27 °
What it is:
Angle where the colors noticeable shift compared to when viewed from directly in front of the monitor. 0 ° means directly facing the monitor. Measurements are up to a maximum of 75 °.
When it matters:
When looking at a monitor from below.
Good value:
> 50°
Noticeable difference:
10°
Score distribution:
Color Shift from Above
:
33 °
What it is:
Angle where the colors noticeable shift compared to when viewed from directly in front of the monitor. 0 ° means directly facing the monitor. Measurements are up to a maximum of 75 °.
When it matters:
When looking at a monitor when standing up.
Good value:
> 50°
Noticeable difference:
10°
Score distribution:
Brightness from Below
:
36 °
What it is:
Angle where the brightness drops to 50% of the brightness directly in front of the monitor. 0 ° means directly facing the monitor. Measurements are up to a maximum of 75 °.
When it matters:
When looking at a monitor from below.
Good value:
> 50°
Noticeable difference:
10°
Score distribution:
Brightness from Above
:
43 °
What it is:
Angle where the brightness drops to 50% of the brightness directly in front of the monitor. 0 ° means directly facing the monitor. Measurements are up to a maximum of 75 °.
When it matters:
When looking at a monitor while standing up.
Good value:
> 50°
Noticeable difference:
10°
Score distribution:
Black Level from Below
:
30 °
What it is:
Angle where the black level drops to 50% of the black level directly in front of the monitor. 0 ° means directly facing the monitor. Measurements are up to a maximum of 75 °.
When it matters:
When looking at a monitor from below.
Good value:
> 50°
Noticeable difference:
10°
Score distribution:
Black Level from Above
:
30 °
What it is:
Angle where the black level drops to 50% of the black level directly in front of the monitor. 0 ° means directly facing the monitor. Measurements are up to a maximum of 75 °.
When it matters:
When looking at a monitor while standing up.
Good value:
> 50°
Noticeable difference:
10°
Score distribution:
Decent vertical viewing angles, as good as the LG 32UD59, and above average for VA panels. Whether you are looking at this monitor from above or below doesn't matter, the image remains accurate even at moderate angles. At around 30° the colors become inaccurate and the black levels are too high.
8.1
Gray Uniformity
What it is:
Evenness of colors onscreen (not just gray).
When it matters:
Solid colors. Sports, panning shots.
Score components:
- 40% 50% Std. Dev.
- 40% 50% DSE
- 10% 5% Std. Dev.
- 10% 5% DSE
Score distribution:
50% Std. Dev.
:
2.283 %
What it is:
Average squared difference of pixels when displaying a mid 50% gray.
When it matters:
Solid colors. Sports, panning shots.
Good value:
< 2.5%
Noticeable difference:
1%
Score distribution:
50% DSE
:
0.155 %
What it is:
Dirty Screen Effect. High-frequency variance of uniformity. Dark spots on the screen.
When it matters:
Solid colors. Sports, panning shots.
Good value:
< 0.165%
Noticeable difference:
0.025%
Score distribution:
5% Std. Dev.
:
1.325 %
What it is:
Average squared difference of pixels when displaying a mid 5% gray.
When it matters:
Dark scenes.
Good value:
< 1.15%
Noticeable difference:
1%
Score distribution:
5% DSE
:
0.072 %
What it is:
Dirty Screen Effect. High-frequency variance of uniformity. Dark spots on the screen.
When it matters:
Dark scenes.
Good value:
< 0.116%
Score distribution:
Great gray uniformity. Again, the UJ590 is nearly identical to the CF398. When playing sports games or browsing the web, there is below average dirty screen effect (DSE), which is great. In near-dark scenes the uniformity is even better, with very little DSE.
6.5
Black Uniformity
What it is:
Evenness of blacks.
When it matters:
Dark scenes viewed in a dark room.
Score components:
- 75% Native Std. Dev.
- 25% Std. Dev. w/ L.D.
Score distribution:
Native Std. Dev.
:
1.658 %
What it is:
Average of the squared difference of the blacks.
When it matters:
Dark scenes viewed in a dark room.
Good value:
<2%
Noticeable difference:
1%, but keep in mind that it varies a lot by unit, even of the same model; yours likely will not end up exactly like ours.
Score distribution:
Std. Dev. w/ L.D.
:
N/A
What it is:
Average of the squared difference of the blacks with Local Dimming enabled
When it matters:
Dark scenes viewed in a dark room.
Good value:
<2%
Noticeable difference:
1%, but keep in mind that it varies a lot by unit, even of the same model; yours likely will not end up exactly like ours.
Score distribution:
The Samsung UJ590 has decent black uniformity. There is some clouding noticeable, but very little backlight bleed or flashlighting.
7.5
Pre Calibration
What it is:
Monitor's color accuracy before a full calibration. The measurements are taken with out of the box 'factory setting'.
When it matters:
All video on an uncalibrated TV. This represents most people's use cases.
Score components:
- 50% White Balance dE
- 50% Color dE
Score distribution:
Picture Mode
:
User
What it is:
The picture mode that was used to do the pre-calibration reading. We usually go for the picture mode that gives us the more control over all the picture quality setting.
Luminance
:
218 cd/m²
What it is:
The luminance at which the pre-calibration reading was done. This represents the luminance of the monitor when it is at the factory default settings.
Luminance Settings
:
100
What it is:
The luminance settings, often named 'Brightness' on monitors, usually range from 0 to 100.
RGB controls
:
Cool 1
What it is:
This is the value for each color (red, green, and blue) used in the monitor internal RGB cuts/gains controls. If the monitor does not have an internal RGB cuts/gains controls, then the color temperature setting will be used instead, and the color temperature that gives us the best result will be used.
Color Temperature
:
6875 K
What it is:
The color temperature is a measure of the color of light. A colder color temperature (7000K) will look bluer and a warmer color temperature (4000K) will look yellower/redder. 6500K is the standard color for PC monitors and also for the sRGB color standard.
When it matters:
When you care about color reproduction and accuracy.
Good value:
6500K
Noticeable difference:
400K
White Balance dE
:
2.88
What it is:
Average inaccuracy of shades of gray.
When it matters:
Overall color temperature of all video.
Good value:
< 3
Noticeable difference:
1
Score distribution:
Color dE
:
3.11
What it is:
Average inaccuracy of colors.
When it matters:
All colors.
Good value:
< 3
Noticeable difference:
1
Score distribution:
Gamma
:
2.22
What it is:
Brightness of shades of gray.
When it matters:
Shadows.
Good value:
Between 2.1 and 2.3 (our target is 2.2)
Noticeable difference:
0.1
Out of the box, the Samsung U32J590UQN has good accuracy. The white point and color error are high enough that some enthusiasts might notice it, but not high enough to be noticeable by most people. The gamma curve is a bit high, so some darker scenes appear too dark. Finally, the color temperature is a bit on the cool side.
9.3
Post Calibration
What it is:
Monitor's color accuracy after a full calibration with a spectrophotometer.
When it matters:
All graphics and video content on a monitor that has been professionally calibrated.
Score components:
- 50% White Balance dE
- 50% Color dE
Score distribution:
Picture Mode
:
User
What it is:
The picture mode that was used to do the calibration reading. We usually go for the picture mode that gives us the more control over all the picture quality setting.
Luminance
:
101 cd/m²
What it is:
The luminance at which the calibration was executed. We aim for a luminance level of 100 cd/m².
Luminance Settings
:
22
What it is:
The luminance settings, often named 'Brightness' on monitors, usually range from 0 to 100.
RGB Controls
:
37-35-44
What it is:
This is the value for each color (red, green, and blue) used in the monitor internal RGB cuts/gains controls. If the monitor does not have an internal RGB cuts/gains controls, then the color temperature setting will be used instead, and the color temperature that gives us the best result will be used.
Color Temperature
:
6602 K
What it is:
The color temperature is a measure of the color of light. A colder color temperature (7000K) will look bluer and a warmer color temperature (4000K) will look yellower/redder. 6500K is the standard color for PC monitors and also for the sRGB color standard.
When it matters:
When you care about color reproduction and accuracy.
Good value:
6500K
Noticeable difference:
400K
White Balance dE
:
1.08
What it is:
Average inaccuracy of shades of gray.
When it matters:
Overall color temperature of all videos.
Good value:
< 3
Noticeable difference:
1
Score distribution:
Color dE
:
0.77
What it is:
Average inaccuracy of colors.
When it matters:
All colors.
Good value:
< 3
Noticeable difference:
1
Score distribution:
Gamma
:
2.19
What it is:
Brightness of shades of gray.
When it matters:
Shadows.
Good value:
Between 2.1 and 2.3 (our target is 2.2)
Noticeable difference:
0.1
After calibration, nearly all inaccuracies are corrected. The gamma follows the target curve nearly perfectly, and any remaining inaccuracies in the white balance and color are not noticeable. The color temperature is much closer to the calibration target of 6500 K.
You can download our ICC profile calibration here. This is provided for reference only and should not be used, as the calibration values vary per individual unit even for the same model due to manufacturing tolerances.
9.3
SDR Color Gamut
What it is:
The palette of colors the monitor can display
When it matters:
General content consumption or production
Score components:
- 50% sRGB xy
- 50% Adobe RGB xy
Score distribution:
sRGB xy
:
99.1 %
What it is:
Coverage of the sRGB colorspace on CIE 1931 xy.
When it matters:
Almost all content. Includes websites, standard windows environment and SDR movies
Good value:
> 95%
Noticeable difference:
5%
Score distribution:
Adobe RGB xy
:
87.6 %
What it is:
Coverage of the Adobe RGB colorspace on CIE 1931 xy.
When it matters:
Professional photography.
Good value:
> 90%
Noticeable difference:
5%
Score distribution:
s.RGB Picture Mode: User (Calibrated)
Adobe RGB Picture Mode: User
The Samsung UJ59 has an excellent SDR color gamut. It almost perfectly covers the smaller s.RGB color space, and has excellent Adobe RGB coverage as well, great for professional photo and video editing. These results are nearly identical to the CF398 and LG 32UD59-B.
9.6
SDR Color Volume
What it is:
How much of the SDR color spaces the monitor can reproduce
When it matters:
General usage and SDR media creation
Score components:
- 50% sRGB in ICtCp
- 50% Adobe RGB in ICtCp
Score distribution:
sRGB in ICtCp
:
99.4 %
What it is:
How much of the sRGB colorspace a monitor can display at different luminosity levels
When it matters:
Most content, including web, SDR video games, and SDR media creation
Score distribution:
Adobe RGB in ICtCp
:
93.5 %
What it is:
How much of the Adobe RGB colorspace a monitor can display at different luminosity levels, normalized to the monitor's peak brightness.
When it matters:
Professional media creation
Score distribution:
s.RGB Picture Mode: User
Adobe RGB Picture Mode: User
Outstanding SDR color volume. The Samsung U32J590 can produce bright and dark colors across the entire color gamut at almost all brightness levels.
0
HDR Color Gamut
What it is:
The monitor's ability to reproduce HDR color spaces
When it matters:
HDR content consumption or media creation
Score components:
- 50% DCI P3 xy
- 50% Rec. 2020 xy
Score distribution:
Wide Color Gamut
:
No
What it is:
Whether the monitor can support wider color gamuts
When it matters:
HDR content and media creation
DCI P3 xy
:
N/A
What it is:
Coverage of the DCI P3 colorspace on CIE 1931 xy
When it matters:
When consuming or producing HDR content.
Score distribution:
Rec. 2020 xy
:
N/A
What it is:
Coverage of the Rec.2020 colorspace on CIE 1931 xy.
When it matters:
When consuming or producing HDR content.
Good value:
> 90%
Noticeable difference:
5%
Score distribution:
The U32J590 does not support HDR, and so it cannot display an HDR color gamut.
0
HDR Color Volume
What it is:
How much of the HDR color spaces a monitor can display at different luminosity levels.
When it matters:
HDR content consumption and production. Includes streaming services, UHD Blu-rays and HDR games.
Score components:
- 50% DCI-P3 in ICtCp
- 50% Rec. 2020 in ICtCp
Score distribution:
DCI-P3 in ICtCp
:
N/A
What it is:
How much of the DCI-P3 colorspace a monitor can display at different luminosity levels, normalized to the monitor's peak brightness output.
When it matters:
HDR content.
Good value:
80%
Noticeable difference:
5%
Score distribution:
Rec. 2020 in ICtCp
:
N/A
What it is:
How much of the Rec. 2020 colorspace a monitor can display at different luminosity levels, normalized to the monitor's peak brightness output.
When it matters:
HDR content.
Good value:
80 %
Noticeable difference:
5 %
Score distribution:
HDR is not supported on the U32J590UQN.
10
Image Retention
What it is:
How much a static image is retained on a monitor screen after a certain amount of time.
When it matters:
When working or playing video games on your PC monitor.
Score components:
Score distribution:
IR after 0 min recovery
:
0.00 %
What it is:
Image retention measured right after the static image exposure, without recovery time.
When it matters:
When changing use or right after changing the type of on screen content (i.e. stopping playing video game to watch a movie).
Good value:
0 is perfect.
Noticeable difference:
0.015%
Score distribution:
IR after 2 min recovery
:
0.00 %
What it is:
Image retention measured after a recovery time of 2 minutes.
When it matters:
When changing use or right after changing the type of on screen content (i.e. stopping playing video game to watch a movie).
Good value:
0 is perfect
Noticeable difference:
0.015%
Score distribution:
IR after 4 min recovery
:
0.00 %
What it is:
Image retention measured after a recovery time of 4 minutes.
When it matters:
When changing use or right after changing the type of on screen content (i.e. stopping playing video game to watch a movie).
Good value:
0 is perfect.
Noticeable difference:
0.015%
Score distribution:
IR after 6 min recovery
:
0.00 %
What it is:
Image retention measured after a recovery time of 6 minutes.
When it matters:
When changing use or right after changing the type of on screen content (i.e. stopping playing video game to watch a movie).
Good value:
0 is perfect.
Noticeable difference:
0.015%
Score distribution:
IR after 8 min recovery
:
0.00 %
What it is:
Image retention measured after a recovery time of 8 minutes.
When it matters:
When changing use or right after changing the type of on screen content (i.e. stopping playing video game to watch a movie).
Good value:
0 is perfect.
Noticeable difference:
0.015%
Score distribution:
IR after 10 min recovery
:
0.00 %
What it is:
Image retention measured after a recovery time of 10 minutes.
When it matters:
When changing use or right after changing the type of on screen content (i.e. stopping playing video game to watch a movie).
Good value:
0 is perfect.
Noticeable difference:
0.015%
Score distribution:
There are no signs of temporary image retention on the UJ590, even immediately after displaying our high contrast static test pattern for 10 minutes.
9.2
Gradient
What it is:
How finely levels of color can be displayed.
When it matters:
Details in shadows, sky and skin tones. Matters more for HDR content.
Score components:
Subjectively assigned
Score distribution:
Color Depth
:
10 Bit
What it is:
Number of bits per pixel to represent a specific color. Note: we consider 8-bit with dithering to be equivalent to 10-bit, as long as the 10-bit gradient looks smooth.
When it matters:
HDR content like HDR video games or HDR UHD movies. Won't matter for regular Blu-ray movies, SDR video game or desktop environment content displayed from a Windows PC. Those are limited to 8-bit color.
Good value:
10-bit.
Noticeable difference:
1 bit.
Excellent gradient handling. There is some banding visible in darker scenes, but not enough to cause any issues under normal use.
10
Color Bleed
What it is:
How much the color from one area of the screen affects the color in another area of the screen.
When it matters:
All usages, but especially media creation.
Score components:
- 50% Pixel row error
- 50% Pixel column error
Score distribution:
Pixel row error
:
0.000 %
What it is:
The amount of bleed that appears across the screen horizontally.
When it matters:
General usage of a PC monitor, can appear when browsing the web or with media creation like graphics.
Good value:
<0.2%
Noticeable difference:
0.1%
Score distribution:
Pixel column error
:
0.000 %
What it is:
Amount of color bleeding that appears across the screen vertically.
When it matters:
Most uses of a PC monitor. Can appear while browsing the web or when editing images or graphics.
Good value:
<0.2%
Noticeable difference:
0.1%
Score distribution:
There are no pixel errors whatsoever, which is great.
Motion
Score components:
- 22% Motion Blur
- 11% Image Flicker
- 67% Refresh Rate
Score distribution:
The Samsung U32J590 has good motion handling. It has a great response time that results in low motion blur behind fast moving objects. It supports FreeSync, which is great, but has a maximum refresh rate of 60 Hz that may be insufficient for more demanding gamers. Unfortunately, there is PWM flicker at low backlight levels, but this shouldn't be a problem for most people, as the monitor can't get very bright, so most people will want to keep the backlight above this level.
8.1
Motion Blur
What it is:
The performance of the pixel response time. Poor response time causes trails to follow moving objects. Response time is one of a few sources of motion blur.
When it matters:
When there's fast movement on screen, such as during video games and sports.
Score components:
- 50% 80% Response Time
- 50% 100% Response Time
Score distribution:
80% Response Time
:
6.2 ms
What it is:
How quickly pixels can reach 80% of a full transition from one color to another.
When it matters:
When there's fast movement on screen, such as during video games and sports.
Good value:
< 8 ms
Noticeable difference:
4 ms
Score distribution:
100% Response Time
:
16.7 ms
What it is:
How quickly pixels can fully transition from one color to another.
When it matters:
When there's fast movement on screen, such as during video games and sports.
Good value:
< 20 ms
Noticeable difference:
10 ms
Score distribution:
Best Overdrive Setting
:
Standard
What it is:
If the monitor has adjustable pixel overdrive settings, which one produces the best response time with minimal overshoot.
When it matters:
When adjusting the monitor's settings to get the least possible motion blur.
The U32J590 has a very good response time. There is a slight blur-trail behind fast moving objects, but this shouldn't be very noticeable with normal content.
There are some duplications noticeable in our photo due to the PWM flicker. This should not be noticeable under normal viewing conditions, as most people will have the backlight set bright enough that there is no flicker.
The Response Time setting can be adjusted to customize the Overdrive. There are three levels, but we recommend using 'Standard'. The other two modes provide slightly faster response times, but with higher levels of overshoot that may bother some people.
4.5
Image Flicker
What it is:
Luminosity pattern when displaying images
When it matters:
Nearly all the time during PC monitor use, but especially during fast movement such as video games
Score components:
Score distribution:
PWM Dimming Frequency
:
240 Hz
What it is:
Flickering pattern at different luminosities.
When it matters:
For people sensitive to flickering.
Good value:
N/A or high frequencies (> 300 Hz). Frequencies that are multiples of 60Hz are better.
Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
:
No
What it is:
Option to turn screen black between frames
When it matters:
Reduces eye tracking blur in motion
Good value:
Yes
BFI Maximum Frequency
:
N/A
What it is:
Highest possible frequency of flickering pattern
When it matters:
Reduces eye-tracking blur in motion
Good value:
Matches the native refresh rate
Noticeable difference:
20 Hz
Score distribution:
BFI Minimum Frequency
:
N/A
What it is:
Lowest possible frequency of flickering pattern
When it matters:
Reduces eye-tracking blur in motion
Good value:
60 Hz
Noticeable difference:
20 Hz
Score distribution:
Unfortunately, the Samsung U32J590 uses PWM to dim the backlight at lower backlight levels. Since the monitor is not very bright, this shouldn't be an issue for most people, as there is no flicker at higher brightness settings.
7.8
Refresh Rate
What it is:
How frequently the monitor can refresh and show new frames, and whether it can vary its refresh rate in real time using technologies like G-sync and FreeSync.
When it matters:
Mostly for gaming, but does provide a little better motion during normal usage.
Score components:
- 50% Native
- 13% Factory Overclock
- 6% Variable Refresh Rate
- 13% VRR Maximum
- 6% VRR Minimum
- 12% VRR Maximum With OC
Score distribution:
Native
:
60 Hz
What it is:
The frequency at which the monitor is capable of displaying images every second
When it matters:
General usage, but better results are most important for gaming
Good value:
>100 Hz
Noticeable difference:
15 Hz
Score distribution:
Factory Overclock
:
N/A
What it is:
The frequency at which the monitor's can be boosted to using its internal menu.
When it matters:
Gaming and other usages where high frame rate content is consumed.
Good value:
>100
Noticeable difference:
15
Score distribution:
Variable Refresh Rate
:
FreeSync
What it is:
Feature that allows the monitor to synchronize its refresh rate with the input device's output and reduces stuttering and screen tearing.
When it matters:
Almost every usage, but is most noticeable in gaming where constant fluctuation in framerate cause distracting artifacts.
G-SYNC Compatible
:
Partial
What it is:
We test for FreeSync compatibility with an NVIDIA GTX1060. We check for any excess blur, screen blanking, or excess tearing, and confirm the variable refresh rate range.
When it matters:
If you have an NVIDIA graphics card.
Good value:
Yes
VRR Maximum
:
60 Hz
What it is:
The maximum frequency covered by the Variable Refresh Rate feature of the monitor.
When it matters:
Any time the VRR feature is enabled.
Good value:
Matches Refresh rate
Noticeable difference:
10 Hz
Score distribution:
VRR Minimum
:
40 Hz
What it is:
The lowest frequency covered by the monitor's Variable Refresh Rate feature.
When it matters:
When using the VRR feature of the monitor at lower frame rates.
Good value:
30 Hz
VRR Maximum With OC
:
N/A
What it is:
The maximum frequency covered by the Variable Refresh Rate feature when the monitor's overclocking feature is used.
When it matters:
When both the overclocking and VRR features are used.
Good value:
Matching the overclocked refresh rate.
Noticeable difference:
10 hz
Score distribution:
Update 05/10/2019: We have retested the UJ590 with NVIDIA drivers 430.39, and FreeSync is now working properly on our GTX 1060 6 Gb, but only with the FreeSync setting on the monitor set to 'Ultimate'.
The maximum refresh rate is 60 Hz, which may disappoint some people. It supports FreeSync over HDMI and DisplayPort.
FreeSync has two modes on this monitor: Ultimate Engine provides the widest FreeSync range, and results in the least amount of screen tearing. In some cases, there may be some noticeable screen flicker in this mode, which can be reduced by switching to the Standard Engine, although this mode has a reduced VRR range of 50-60 fps.
Inputs
Score components:
- 60% Input Lag
- 40% Resolution and Size
Score distribution:
The Samsung UJ59 has excellent low input lag across any mode. It has a great screen size and resolution that is great for gaming or office work. It also has a good selection of inputs, but unfortunately, only one of the two HDMI ports supports 4k @ 60 Hz.
8.8
Input Lag
What it is:
Delay between input and onscreen reaction.
When it matters:
General usage of the mouse and gaming.
Score components:
Score distribution:
Native Resolution
:
9.6 ms
What it is:
Lowest input lag possible at the center of the screen, when the monitor is displaying its native resolution at its native refresh rate.
When it matters:
General usage and while playing video games.
Good value:
< 15 ms
Noticeable difference:
5 ms
Score distribution:
Non-Native Res @ Native Refresh
:
9.8 ms
What it is:
Lowest input lag possible at the center of the screen, when the monitor is displaying an alternative resolution at its native refresh rate. The non-native resolution tested depends on the native resolution of the monitor, following this pattern unless otherwise specified in the Input Lag text:
| Native Resolution | Non-Native Resolution Tested |
| 4k UHD | QHD |
| QHD | FHD |
| FHD | 1600x900 |
| 3440x1440 | 2560x1080 |
| 2560x1080 | 1920x1080 |
When it matters:
General usage as well as gaming.
Good value:
< 15 ms
Noticeable difference:
5 ms
Score distribution:
Native Resolution @ 60 Hz
:
9.6 ms
What it is:
Lowest input lag possible at the center of the screen, when the monitor is displaying its native resolution at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.
When it matters:
General usage as well as gaming.
Good value:
< 15 ms
Noticeable difference:
5 ms
Score distribution:
Variable Refresh Rate
:
10.0 ms
What it is:
Lowest input lag possible at the center of the screen, when the monitor is using its Variable Refresh Rate feature at its native resolution.
When it matters:
General usage as well as gaming.
Good value:
< 15 ms
Noticeable difference:
5 ms
Score distribution:
HDR
:
N/A
What it is:
Lowest input lag possible at the center of the screen, when the monitor is displaying an HDR signal at its native resolution and refresh rate.
When it matters:
General usage as well as gaming.
Good value:
< 15 ms
Noticeable difference:
5 ms
Score distribution:
Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
:
N/A
What it is:
Lowest input lag possible at the center of the screen, when BFI is enabled and the monitor is displaying a signal at the highest supported BFI refresh rate.
When it matters:
General usage as well as gaming.
Good value:
< 15 ms
Noticeable difference:
5 ms
Score distribution:
Excellent low input lag in any mode, even with FreeSync enabled.
9.2
Resolution and Size
What it is:
The number of pixels the monitor can display, and the surface area of its screen.
When it matters:
All usages, but especially for office and media editing.
Score components:
- 71% Megapixels
- 29% Screen Area
Score distribution:
The 32", 4k screen is great for multitasking, as it provides a great deal of screen real estate. It also provides for a more immersive gaming experience.
The U32J590UQN has two HDMI ports, but only HDMI 2 supports 4k @ 60 Hz, whereas HDMI 1 is limited to 4k @ 30 Hz.
Features
The Samsung U32J590 has a few additional features. It can display the image from two sources simultaneously, either side-by-side or picture-in-picture. It also has a Game Mode, that adjusts the gamma and contrast to make it easier to see objects hiding in shadows. The OSD is simple and easy to use, but the controls can be confusing at times.
Speakers
:
Yes
What it is:
Whether or not the monitor features standalone speakers.
When it matters:
When using your computer without headphones or a dedicated pair of speakers.
The UJ590 has internal speakers, but it does not support HDR. It also has a few additional features:
Differences between Sizes and Variants
We tested the Samsung U32J590 version LA01 (lu32j590uqnxza), which is the only size available.
If someone comes across a different type of panel or if their Samsung U32J590 doesn't correspond to our review, let us know and we will update the review. Note that some tests such as the gray uniformity may vary between individual units.
| Model | Size | Resolution | Refresh Rate | Notes |
| U32J590 | 32" | 4k | 60 Hz | FreeSync |
| U28E590D | 28" | 4k | 60 Hz | FreeSync |
| C27F398 | 27" | 1080p | 60 Hz | FreeSync |
The U32J590 we reviewed was manufactured in October 2018.
Compared to other Monitors
Left: LG 27UK650. Middle: Samsung UJ590. Right: Samsung UE590.
Unlike our other photographs, this picture wasn't taken under a controlled environment, so do not draw conclusions from it.
The Samsung U32J590 offers decent performance, but there are similar monitors that outperform it. See our recommendations for the best 28-32 inch monitors, the best 4k gaming monitors, and the best 4k monitors.
LG 32UD59-B
The LG 32UD59-B is better than the Samsung UJ590. The LG has a completely flicker-free backlight, and the stand has an adjustable height. The LG is also much brighter and has two full bandwidth HDMI 2.0 ports that support 4k @ 60Hz.
BenQ EW3270U
The BenQ EW3270U is better than the Samsung UJ590. The BenQ supports HDR, and the backlight is completely flicker-free. The BenQ EW3270U is also much brighter than the Samsung UJ590, and it has two full bandwidth HDMI 2.0 ports that can display 4k @ 60Hz.
Samsung UE590
The Samsung UJ590 is better than the UE590. The newer UJ590 has a much better native contrast ratio, thanks to the VA panel. It also has better viewing angles, and much better Adobe RGB color volume. The older UE590 is a lot brighter.
Samsung CF398
The Samsung UJ590 is slightly better than the Samsung CF398. The UJ590 has a higher resolution, 4k screen that is better suited for multitasking. The CF398 is flicker-free, whereas the UJ590 has PWM flicker at low brightness levels.
Conclusion
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Decent monitor for mixed usage, but it doesn't excel at any one usage. It delivers decent picture quality, but can't get very bright, and it has disappointing viewing angles. The stand has terrible ergonomics, making it difficult to place. Good motion handling for gaming and movies, but there is PWM flicker at low backlight settings.
Decent monitor for office use. The large, high resolution screen, and picture-in-picture/picture-by-picture support are all great for multitasking. Unfortunately, although it has good reflections handling, it can't get very bright to overcome glare, and the stand has terrible ergonomics.
The Samsung UJ59 is an okay monitor for gaming. It has decent motion handling and a great response time, as well as FreeSync support, which is nice. It also has excellent low input lag. Unfortunately, there is PWM flicker at low brightness levels, and the max 60 Hz refresh rate may disappoint more serious gamers.
Decent monitor for multimedia. The large, high resolution screen is great for watching the latest 4K movies. It can't get very bright, but has good reflections handling, a very good contrast ratio and a great response time. Unfortunately, the image degrades when viewed at an angle and it doesn't support HDR.
Okay monitor for media creation. The large, high resolution screen allows you to see more of your project at once. Unfortunately, the stand has terrible ergonomics, and the image degrades when viewed at an angle.
The U32J590UQN does not support HDR. For a decent HDR Gaming monitor, take a look at the CHG70, also by Samsung.
