SAMSUNG UJ59 Series Monitor: At a Glance
Priced at $299.99, the SAMSUNG UJ59 Series Monitor is Samsung's entry in the monitors category. With 3,526 buyers rating it at 4.1 stars, it currently sits at #51 of 183 in our rankings. It's not a top pick - there are higher-rated and better-value options in the category - but specific shoppers may still find it fits their needs.
Display Build
In this mid-range, you typically get height adjustment, multiple inputs, and a panel that's a real upgrade over budget options - better contrast, wider color, and faster pixel response. The $299.99 price puts the SAMSUNG UJ59 Series Monitor squarely in the "main monitor" tier.
One feature owners single out about the SAMSUNG UJ59 Series Monitor: "FreeSync support".
Specs at a Glance
- Brand: Samsung
- Price: $299.99 (well above the $221.01 category average)
- Amazon rating: 4.1 of 5.0
- Reviews: 3,526
- Category rank: #51 of 183 in monitors
- Cheaper in category: 148 products
- Higher-rated in category: 160 products
- More-reviewed in category: 31 products
Real-World Feedback
A 4.1-star average from 3,526 buyers means most are happy, but a meaningful slice - roughly 15-20% - has at least some complaint. The pattern in the negative reviews matters more than the average itself.
Common positives:
- 4K UHD resolution
- Eye saver mode
- FreeSync support
Common complaints:
- Limited adjustability
- Basic design
For context, the average rating in the monitors category is 4.4 stars, so this one is rated below typical.
What Else to Consider
At $299.99, the SAMSUNG UJ59 Series Monitor sits well above the $221.01 category average. 148 options are cheaper and 34 are more expensive.
The category leader is the Acer SB220Q bi Monitor ($69.99, 4.6★, 42,481 reviews). It's $230.00 more expensive than the top pick despite ranking lower, which is a hard combination to justify unless a specific feature swings the decision.
Cheaper alternatives worth a look:
- MSI MAG 255F E20 Monitor - $114.99, 5.0★ (8 reviews) · Better on both axes
- Hyangin 24" Portable Monitor - $159.97, 4.9★ (37 reviews) · Better on both axes
- cocopar Portable Monitor - $79.99, 4.8★ (1,007 reviews) · Better on both axes
If rating alone is your filter, the highest-rated option in this category is the MSI MAG 255F E20 Monitor at 5.0★. If pure price is the filter, the cheapest is the UFYQL 15.6-inch Portable Monitor at $39.98.
Who Should Get This
Maybe. Middle-of-the-pack on rating and price, no standout strengths. If a specific feature matches your need (4k uhd resolution or eye saver mode), it's reasonable. Otherwise the top picks are safer bets.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- 4K UHD resolution
- Eye saver mode
- FreeSync support
Cons:
- Limited adjustability
- Basic design
The Verdict
6.7/10
Below-average rating in a category with several stronger options. Hard to recommend over higher-ranked alternatives unless a specific feature seals it.