This review is for a 65" with a QD-OLED panel. We’re still waiting to see if Samsung will actually be releasing separate panel variants in the same size in the U.S., but if they do we’d like to try to buy a 65" WOLED if we can find a way to identify them in the wild. As for the smaller 42" and 48" versions, there are no plans to buy one of those separately at the moment but we’ll keep it in mind.
Agree we need a review of the 42" model as a pc monitor. A lot of people want to compare it to the 42 C4.
Does the scan quality rating apply to the flatbed or document feeder or both? I’m waiting for results on the HP 4301 as well and wanting to compare scan quality of the ADF because I’m wanting to digitize all my paper mail documents.
I did notice that with my 4301 (trying it out) that when you use the ADF to scan as PDF and the print the PDF, it comes out a little blurry. But when you do a straight copy on the machine (using ADF still) it comes out more sharp/clear. As far as I know the setting in the HP software had PDF compression set to none.
Also the HP 4301 ADF is 300 DPI while the Brother 3780 is 600. I don’t know how much difference this will make. It could be significant when it comes to the small print.
But I am going to order either the 3780 or the 8905 and compare them to the HP. Just not sure which one to order, as the 3780 is newer, uses LED printing, and the 8905 has finer motor increments for both scanners (don’t know if that matters either). Overall I just want the higher quality machine that will give me best results.
Any insight beyond the testing data is helpful. Thanks.
Still wanting to know if the scan quality ratings apply to the ADF or not. Thanks!
Does the scan quality rating apply to the flatbed or document feeder or both? I’m waiting for results on the HP 4301 as well and wanting to compare scan quality of the ADF because I’m wanting to digitize all my paper mail documents.
I did notice that with my 4301 (trying it out) that when you use the ADF to scan as PDF and the print the PDF, it comes out a little blurry. But when you do a straight copy on the machine (using ADF still) it comes out more sharp/clear. As far as I know the setting in the HP software had PDF compression set to none.
Also the HP 4301 ADF is 300 DPI while the Brother 3780 is 600. I don’t know how much difference this will make. It could be significant when it comes to the small print.
But I am going to order either the 3780 or the 8905 and compare them to the HP. Just not sure which one to order, as the 3780 is newer, uses LED printing, and the 8905 has finer motor increments for both scanners (don’t know if that matters either). Overall I just want the higher quality machine that will give me best results.
Any insight beyond the testing data is helpful. Thanks.
I purchased an HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301, but realized the ADF scan resolution is only 300 dpi, and I’m trying to archive documents. Fine print does not scan very well at this resolution. Now checking into Brother printers, and this one is a strong option.
Also, RTINGS, if you could please add specs and testing for the ADF separate from the flatbed scanners. These printers have essentially 2 scanners. Thanks!
I ordered the 4301fdw to replace my fantastic M281fdw. It arrives in a couple of days.
I really love the 281 and it has been amazing, but it’s about out of toner after 5 years of ownership. I decided I want to digitize all the papers I have lying around, and my 281 doesn’t have duplex scanning, so instead of replacing the toner, I decided to replace the printer.
I would really love to see this printer tested by RTINGS!
Hey there, just wondering if there is a selection of 23/24" monitors out there that have a horizontal pixel measurement equal to the vertical edge to edge pixel measurement of the 42" C2? Posting here because it’s the only context.
M51a-H6 is $299. Sonos Arc with Sub + One SL is $2000. I think the M512a-H6 is a great pick, but this 5.1.2 model is $200 more than the 5.1 model, so they are really in a different budget range. The budget $199 pick V51-H6 lacks atmos and doesn’t have dedicated tweeters, has a smaller sub, etc than the M51a-H6, so I feel like it’s also a valid pick, but the M51a-H6 is worth the extra $100 IMO if it’s in the budget. Unfortunately, the V51-H6 and M51a-H6 are both difficult to find, as they have been replaced by the new “x” models, V51x-J6 and M51ax-J6. Also unfortunately, the new budget V51x-J6 at $199, according to RTINGS review, does not perform as well as the V51-H6, and the $299 M51ax-J6 has a problem with latency. I’m shopping as a gift for someone, and after all this research, I picked up a Sam’s Club membership, and am about to go pick up the M51a-H6, as it seems to be the best bang for buck currently.
Hey there,
Thanks for the good question.
Since you’re interested in the pixel to pixel height, we double checked for you and it comes in just under 23-½ (for the height of the display). Generally speaking though, they should also be the measurements in the review, but sometimes there’s some rounding and conversions that gives slightly different numbers. As for other monitor options, it’ll help to know a bit more about what you intend to do with them and your viewing environment, so any additional info you can provide would be awesome! :)
Hey Dylan, thanks for the response. And sorry for the delay - I may not have seen a notification email for this. But regarding the measurements, I’m looking for the width of the 27" and the height of the 48" to know how close they might be.
I will be using the CX 48" regardless, but have yet to purchase the 27" monitors. The 27" models will not be used for gaming, as they will be in vertical orientation. They will just be used for general computing. I guess sharp text is important, and mostly I want them to be the same height as my CX 48". They need to use IPS panels, and I really prefer something that will do 120hz or better, honestly just for fluid movement of mouse and windows, other animations and also 120 fps video and whatnot.
Another thing I thought of is the placement of physical buttons might be important. Since the monitors will be vertical and side-by-side, I will not be able to reach any buttons on the sides of the monitors (or in typical landscape orientation, the buttons if they were on the bottom) … so maybe I want to stick with models that have the buttons typically on the side (when in standard orientation).
I will be using monitor arms also so the stand is not important, so long as it’s removable and VESA mountable.
Bezel thickness is a consideration as well. Also, sameness of bottom and top bezel thickness is important, as again they will be in vertical orientation one next to another.
There is probably something I’m failing to consider. Any thoughts?
Edit: I think after using your chart tool and filtering for 2560 x 1440 27" displays with 120 hz or faster refresh and IPS panels and looking at all the bezels (most of them have a fat bottom bezel), I think I’m leaning toward the ASUS TUF VG27AQ. Any cons that I might consider compared to any other display?
Edit 2: After a quick Google, I found a page where people are posting “debezel” photos, where they actually remove the bezel from the monitor. I haven’t looked into it much but seems like it could be an option? I probably won’t take it that far unless there’s an easy foolproof method out there somewhere.
Agree we need a review of the 42" model as a pc monitor. A lot of people want to compare it to the 42 C4.
Still wanting to know if the scan quality ratings apply to the ADF or not. Thanks!
Does the scan quality rating apply to the flatbed or document feeder or both? I’m waiting for results on the HP 4301 as well and wanting to compare scan quality of the ADF because I’m wanting to digitize all my paper mail documents.
I did notice that with my 4301 (trying it out) that when you use the ADF to scan as PDF and the print the PDF, it comes out a little blurry. But when you do a straight copy on the machine (using ADF still) it comes out more sharp/clear. As far as I know the setting in the HP software had PDF compression set to none.
Also the HP 4301 ADF is 300 DPI while the Brother 3780 is 600. I don’t know how much difference this will make. It could be significant when it comes to the small print.
But I am going to order either the 3780 or the 8905 and compare them to the HP. Just not sure which one to order, as the 3780 is newer, uses LED printing, and the 8905 has finer motor increments for both scanners (don’t know if that matters either). Overall I just want the higher quality machine that will give me best results.
Any insight beyond the testing data is helpful. Thanks.
I purchased an HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301, but realized the ADF scan resolution is only 300 dpi, and I’m trying to archive documents. Fine print does not scan very well at this resolution. Now checking into Brother printers, and this one is a strong option.
Also, RTINGS, if you could please add specs and testing for the ADF separate from the flatbed scanners. These printers have essentially 2 scanners. Thanks!
This is the update to the M479dw.
I ordered the 4301fdw to replace my fantastic M281fdw. It arrives in a couple of days.
I really love the 281 and it has been amazing, but it’s about out of toner after 5 years of ownership. I decided I want to digitize all the papers I have lying around, and my 281 doesn’t have duplex scanning, so instead of replacing the toner, I decided to replace the printer.
I would really love to see this printer tested by RTINGS!
Dylan, does this screenshot come from your table tool? Is this measurement in your database? I’m having trouble finding it.
Hey there, just wondering if there is a selection of 23/24" monitors out there that have a horizontal pixel measurement equal to the vertical edge to edge pixel measurement of the 42" C2? Posting here because it’s the only context.
M51a-H6 is $299. Sonos Arc with Sub + One SL is $2000. I think the M512a-H6 is a great pick, but this 5.1.2 model is $200 more than the 5.1 model, so they are really in a different budget range. The budget $199 pick V51-H6 lacks atmos and doesn’t have dedicated tweeters, has a smaller sub, etc than the M51a-H6, so I feel like it’s also a valid pick, but the M51a-H6 is worth the extra $100 IMO if it’s in the budget. Unfortunately, the V51-H6 and M51a-H6 are both difficult to find, as they have been replaced by the new “x” models, V51x-J6 and M51ax-J6. Also unfortunately, the new budget V51x-J6 at $199, according to RTINGS review, does not perform as well as the V51-H6, and the $299 M51ax-J6 has a problem with latency. I’m shopping as a gift for someone, and after all this research, I picked up a Sam’s Club membership, and am about to go pick up the M51a-H6, as it seems to be the best bang for buck currently.
Hey Dylan, thanks for the response. And sorry for the delay - I may not have seen a notification email for this. But regarding the measurements, I’m looking for the width of the 27" and the height of the 48" to know how close they might be.
I will be using the CX 48" regardless, but have yet to purchase the 27" monitors. The 27" models will not be used for gaming, as they will be in vertical orientation. They will just be used for general computing. I guess sharp text is important, and mostly I want them to be the same height as my CX 48". They need to use IPS panels, and I really prefer something that will do 120hz or better, honestly just for fluid movement of mouse and windows, other animations and also 120 fps video and whatnot.
Another thing I thought of is the placement of physical buttons might be important. Since the monitors will be vertical and side-by-side, I will not be able to reach any buttons on the sides of the monitors (or in typical landscape orientation, the buttons if they were on the bottom) … so maybe I want to stick with models that have the buttons typically on the side (when in standard orientation).
I will be using monitor arms also so the stand is not important, so long as it’s removable and VESA mountable.
Bezel thickness is a consideration as well. Also, sameness of bottom and top bezel thickness is important, as again they will be in vertical orientation one next to another.
There is probably something I’m failing to consider. Any thoughts?
Edit: I think after using your chart tool and filtering for 2560 x 1440 27" displays with 120 hz or faster refresh and IPS panels and looking at all the bezels (most of them have a fat bottom bezel), I think I’m leaning toward the ASUS TUF VG27AQ. Any cons that I might consider compared to any other display?
Edit 2: After a quick Google, I found a page where people are posting “debezel” photos, where they actually remove the bezel from the monitor. I haven’t looked into it much but seems like it could be an option? I probably won’t take it that far unless there’s an easy foolproof method out there somewhere.