Is this monitor good for photo and video editing?

Yes. The IPS panel covers 98% of DCI-P3 and supports up to 1.07 billion colors with DisplayHDR 400, which is enough for serious editing at this size. It is not a calibrated reference display, so critical print work still benefits from a hardware calibrator.

Can one USB-C cable charge my laptop and carry the display signal?

Yes. The USB-C port sends video and data and delivers up to 90W of charging, so a compatible laptop needs only that cable for display, peripherals and power.

How does the KVM switch work?

Connect a laptop over USB-C and a desktop over HDMI or DisplayPort, then attach keyboard and mouse to the monitor's USB ports. The KVM lets you switch both the display input and the peripherals between the two machines.

Is it good for gaming?

Not for fast games. It runs at 60Hz with a 5ms response time and has no adaptive sync, so it suits strategy and casual play but not competitive shooters.

Does it have speakers or a webcam?

No. There are no built-in speakers or camera, so plan on external speakers or headphones and a separate webcam for calls.

Can I mount it on an arm or wall bracket?

Yes. It uses a 100 x 100mm VESA pattern, and the included stand already offers height, tilt, swivel and pivot adjustment.

Samsung ViewFinity S8 27" 4K Monitor Price History: $469.99

Q: Where is the Samsung 27" ViewFinity S8 (S80HF) Series High Resolution Monitor cheapest?

At Best Buy, for $469.99, 19% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the Samsung 27" ViewFinity S8 (S80HF) Series High Resolution Monitor?

Buyers like: Good size and resolution; Stand ergonomics exceptional and well suited for desks with limited depth; Good picture quality. Common complaints: Viewing angle not wide on the VA panel version; picture lightens when moving head up, down or to the sides.

Q: Where can I buy the Samsung 27" ViewFinity S8 (S80HF) Series High Resolution Monitor?

4 stores we checked sell it, including Microless.com, Amazon, Best Buy, Staples.

What reviewers say

Owners like the size, resolution and picture quality, and single out the stand and the USB-C/KVM hub as the reasons they keep it. Complaints center on viewing angles on the VA variant and on the picture shifting when the head moves off-center.

What people mention

Picture qualityPraisedOwners call the 4K IPS image sharp and well colored for work and editing.
Stand ergonomicsPraisedThe height-adjustable stand with tilt, swivel and pivot is called exceptional, especially for desks with limited depth.
USB-C hubPraisedThe USB hub and KVM switch let owners run a keyboard and mouse across a laptop and a PC, and the laptop charges over the same cable.
Viewing anglesCriticisedBuyers of the VA panel version say angles are narrow and the picture lightens when the head moves off-center.
Refresh rateMixedAt 60Hz with a 5ms response, it suits office work but not fast gaming.

From Microless.com

27" 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) resolution for a wider workspace and lifelike detail
IPS panel preserves color vividness and clarity across every inch of the screen
USB Type-C port powers, sends data and displays signals between devices
VESA DisplayHDR 400 with DCI-P3 98% coverage and support for up to 1.07B colors
USB-C charging power up to 90W
Height-adjustable stand (HAS) with tilt, swivel and pivot; 100 x 100 wall mount

Sizes: 27"
Guarantee: 1 Year warranty with effortless claims and global coverage; shipping costs covered.
Returns: Free Returns.
Shipping: 4-8 days delivery globally; express delivery worldwide; delivery charges and import fees calculated at checkout.
In the box: Power cable (1.5 m), HDMI cable, USB Type-C cable

About the Samsung 27" ViewFinity S8 (S80HF) Series High Resolution Monitor

27" 4K UHD Monitor with DCI-P3 98%, HDR and USB type-C Features Wider workspace and lifelike detail with UHD resolution IPS panel preserves color vividness and clarity across every inch of the screen USB type-C port to power, send data and display signals between devices

What buyers say

Buyers like

Good size and resolution
Stand ergonomics exceptional and well suited for desks with limited depth
Good picture quality
USB hub and KVM switch allow connecting mouse and keyboard and switching between laptop and PC
Laptop charges via USB Type-C connection

Buyers complain about