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Samsung 40" ViewFinity S8 (S85TH) Curved Monitor, 5K2K WUHD Resolution

Samsung 40" ViewFinity S8 (S85TH) Curved Monitor, 5K2K WUHD Resolution

Bottom line: The Samsung 40" ViewFinity S8 Curved Monitor is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the gaming monitors category. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ THUNDERBOLT 5: Allows management of data-intensive tasks and up to 140W charging

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

SAMSUNG 40” ViewFinity (S85TH), 5K2K Resolution, 144Hz Refresh Rate, High Resolution Monitor, Thunderbolt 5 (140W charging), HDR10+, AMD FreeSync™ Premium, 1 Yr Warranty

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Samsung 40" ViewFinity S8 (S85TH) Curved Monitor, 5K2K WUHD Resolution using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the gaming monitors category. Compare with similarly-priced alternatives in the gaming monitors category before committing. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for gaming monitors of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • SAMSUNG’S 40" VIEWFINITY S8 S85TH CURVED MONITOR: Delivers efficient multitasking with a panoramic view
  • 40" CURVED DISPLAY AND 5K2K WUHD (5120 x 2160) RESOLUTION: Provide a streamlined experience
  • THUNDERBOLT 5: Allows management of data-intensive tasks and up to 140W charging
  • HDR10+: Optimizes brightness and contrast, offering a gamut of colors and detail
  • EASY CONNECTION: Keeps frequently used ports within reach, while built-in LAN port offers seamless Ethernet connectivity
  • BUILT-IN KVM SWITCH: Enables control of two sources simultaneously with one keyboard and mouse; Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture allow effortless viewing across devices

Full Specifications

BrandSamsung
ColorBlack
ShapeCurved
HDR10+Optimizes brightness and contrast, offering a gamut of colors and detail
Brightness350 cd/m2
Model NameSamsung S85TH
Resolution5K 2160p
Unit Count1 Count
Color Gamut0.99
Screen Size40 inches
Aspect Ratio21:9
Display TypeVA
Model NumberLS40H850TANXZA
Refresh Rate144
Adaptive SyncFreeSync Premium Pro
CompatibilitySwitch
Response Time4 milliseconds
Screen FinishMatte
THUNDERBOLT 5Allows management of data-intensive tasks and up to 140W charging
Viewing Angle178 degrees

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