Review: Samsung Smart Monitor M9 (M90SF)

All-Purpose Monitor with Vision AI

Sub: Watch, work, and play from a single monitor

The Samsung Smart Monitor M9 (M90SF) is the flagship M-series with top-of-the-line features available for consumers. This latest M90SF model comes with a 4K QD-OLED display, which brings 4K imagery to life thanks to the vibrant colours, rich contrast, and ultra-fine detail. Since monitors are usually used at proximity, the visual impact is unmissable. Black is blacker and white is brighter, allowing content to be viewed clearly even at lower brightness levels.

With a high refresh rate of 165Hz and response time of 0.03ms, the M9 is also suitable for gameplay. Enable Game Mode and connect to a game console to bring your gaming experience to the next level with settings like Game Genre, Virtual Aim Point, and Minimap Zoom.

Several technologies ensure display longevity. Samsung terms it as “OLED Safeguard+”. For instance, static images are automatically reduced in brightness to prevent burn-ins. The display also dims when it detects inactivity after 10 minutes, which often happens in PC mode. The panel also runs at a lower temperature with a built-in pulsating heatpipe and thermal modulation system to further prevent overheating.

The “smart” in the M9 Smart Monitor is more than just the TV apps. Yes, the M9 offers the same Tizen OS interface as a Samsung Smart TV, so you can watch Netflix, Disney+. It also supports several wireless display modes like Google Cast, Apple AirPlay, and Windows Wireless Display. It can detect shared network drives and browse content to be streamed to the M9 without a PC. Samsung also promises 7 years of OS updates.

From the home screen, you can conveniently access SmartThings, Samsung Daily+, Games, and browse the Internet from the TV. Through the smartphone app, you can also remotely control the M9. Like previous models, the M9 supports USB-C DP mode and 90W charging, which lets you connect to a laptop via a single cable for display and to charge the laptop at the same time. The rear USB-A ports can also be extended to be used with the connected PC like a hub. The M9 also comes with HDMI and DisplayPort interfaces, so you can use it with any device.

Embracing AI, the M9 improves voice clarity with Active Voice Amplifier Pro to analyse voice and background sounds. Content is also analyzed to deliver the right adjustment to look the best for the game, documents, and video using AI Picture Optimiser.

Whether you need a TV or a monitor for games, productivity, or watching streaming content without a PC, the Samsung Smart Monitor M9 does them all and with quality, smoothness, and convenience.

We Say: The most comprehensive multi-purpose monitor money can buy, the M9 is the one monitor that you need to work, play, and watch with top-line specs.

Rating: 4.5/5

S$2,488
www.samsung.com

Technical Specifications
Screen Size 32-inch OLED
Operating System Tizen
Resolution 4K (3840 x 2160)
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Brightness (Typical) 250cd/m2
Contrast Ratio Static 1,000,000:1 (Static)
Refresh Rate Max 165Hz
Response Time 0.03ms (GTG)
Camera 5MP IR built-in
Speaker 10W Stereo
Connectivity 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x USB-C, 2x USB Type-A, WiFi5, Bluetooth 5.2
Dimension (with stand) 717.2 x 601.6 x 200.0 mm
Weight with Stand 8.4kg