2020 Complete Guide

  • Monitor Search

  • Monitors
    • Adaptive Sync
      • FreeSync
      • G-Sync
    • Screen Size
      • 24″
      • 25″
      • 27″
      • 34″
    • Resolution
      • 1920 x 1080
      • 2560 x 1440
      • 3440 x 1440
      • 4096 x 2160
    • Refresh Rate
      • 60hz
      • 120hz
      • 144hz
  • Buying
    • Monitor Buying Guide 2020
    • Graphics Card Guide 2020
    • Monitor Arms
    • FAQ
  • About
    • Site Terms
    • Cookies
    • Privacy Policy

Samsung S34E790C Review

Samsung S34E790C
34"
3440 x 1440
60hz
UK: £999.98

Amazon.co.uk
Amazon.com

The Samsung S34E790C is a beautiful looking ultra wide screen monitor for those of us with a lot of desk space! The 34″ ultra wide format is an increasingly popular spec with Samsung competing closely with other manufacturers such as LG to provide the best offering. Gamers enjoy the increased immersion and you also get a lot of lovely desktop space for your applications too, it’s easy to see the attraction.

The jury is still out as to whether the curved effect is a a real win or just a gimmick but personally I think it does look super cool. The curve helps to bring the outer reaches of the screen into your view without distorting the image in front of you – that’s the theory at least!

Build Quality

The S34E790C is an imposing monitor and one that will impress anyone passing by your desk. The stand is solid, it needs to be to support a screen of this size, you can adjust both the vertical tilt and height but there is no horizontal pivoting on this one. But that aside the quality of manufacturing is excellent. The monitor takes up a lot of your desk space but it stands solid, you won’t get vibrations as you pound away on the keyboard and mouse.

The Samsung monitor comes with HDMI and DisplayPort connectivity, there are also USB 3.0 included along with built in speakers and a headphone socket. The monitor is also one of the more power efficient models requiring around 39W to keep it running according to testers.

Performance

Getting the best colour setup on the S34E790C will require some calibration, but there are various sources to help with that once you make the decision to purchase, I don’t claim to be an expert when it comes to such things. The professional reviews seem to think that Samsung should have been able to get more out of the VA screen, a better contrast and deeper blacks for example. But the monitor will be fine for casual users. The curve screen has no impact on the image quality, good or bad. Whether there is any real value to it is probably down to personal choice. Some will feel it adds little to the experience whereas others love how it brings the edges closer to your peripheral vision.

For gaming you’ll need to switch the overdrive function on, and even then the response time is a little off the pace. It’s OK for gaming but it clearly hasn’t been designed with fast moving shooter users in mind, it doesn’t have the modern game orientated features built into the design. On the plus side the input lag comes out well so at least it will feel responsive, not like you are lagging behind the action as it appears in front of you. It’s good for a VA monitor in this respect.

Overall Samsung could have done better with the default setup and the contrast is lower than expected for a VA screen, but it still beats a typical IPS panel especially when it comes to deep blacks. But the 34″ QHD resolution monitor is great for working on, providing plenty of space for your applications. You’ll get an OK gaming experience but this screen is not built around the needs of a gamer so bear that in mind if fast action games are your priority. Slower paced strategy games will look stunning.

We give the Samsung S34E790C a 4.5 out of 5 rating. Want to know what existing owners of the monitor think? You can read real user reviews here.

Updated: 17th May 2016

Should I buy the Samsung S34E790C?

If you are having some doubts about this purchase then why not read some real owner reviews and see what other buyers think.

  • Amazon.co.uk: UK shoppers, buy the Samsung S34E790C
  • Amazon.com: Are you shopping from the US? Search locally.

Samsung S34E790C Specification

AdjustabilityHeight · Tilt
Aspect Ratio21:9
ConnectionsDisplay Port · HDMI
ManufacturerSamsung
Panel TypeVA
Refresh Rate60hz
Resolution3440 x 1440
Screen Size34"
SpeakersBuilt in Speakers · Head phone socket
USBUSB 3.0
QueueMonitors
Buy Now: £999.98
We've just launched our FaceBook page, please come and like us!

Note: Whilst we attempt to include up to date information in all our articles we cannot guarantee accuracy. Please check with your supplier before making any purchases. In most cases we do not have access to products and these are not hands on reviews.
Release Date: 15/01/15
Brand: Samsung
Model number: S34E790C
Price Updated: 24 Feb 2021 17:41

Share this:

  • Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)
  • More
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)
  • Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window)
  • Click to print (Opens in new window)

Alternatives to the Samsung S34E790C

The following monitors are similar to the Samsung S34E790C, so they may be worth comparing:

Acer XR Predator XR341CK
Amazon.co.uk £2,999.99
  • 75hz
  • 3440 x 1440
  • 34"
Acer XR Predator X34
Amazon.co.uk £437.00
  • 100hz
  • 3440 x 1440
  • 34"
ASUS PG348Q
Amazon.co.uk £815.07
  • 100hz
  • 3440 x 1440
  • 34"

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Alternative Options

If this model isn't quite what you're looking for, these monitors are similar to the Samsung S34E790C

Acer XR Predator XR341CK
75hz
3440 x 1440
IPS
Acer XR Predator X34
100hz
3440 x 1440
IPS
ASUS PG348Q
100hz
3440 x 1440
IPS
  • Facebook
  • RSS
  • Twitter
View all our Monitors

Latest comments

  • Jez on ASUS VS248HR Review
  • PETER ERNEST on ASUS VS248HR Review
  • Jez on Samsung S22F350 Review
  • Michael Johnson on Samsung S22F350 Review
  • Jez on Samsung LC34F791 Review

Popular Monitors

  • Samsung C27F390 Review
  • Acer XZ350CU Review
  • Acer Predator XB271HUA Review
  • Samsung C24F390 Review
  • ASUS VS248HR Review

Top Posts & Pages

  • What's the difference between WQHD and QHD?
  • What is IPS Glow and Backlight Bleed?

Get the latest news first!

Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.

Join 631 other subscribers.

Search PC Monitors

Follow Us

  • Facebook
  • RSS
  • Twitter
Best Sellers

Copyright © 2021 · Log in

loading Cancel
Post was not sent - check your email addresses!
Email check failed, please try again
Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email.
This site uses cookies More info