Samsung Smart Monitor M7 review 2024: for work and play

The Samsung 43M70A was replaced by the Samsung Smart Monitor M7 S43BM70, which is a 4k smart monitor. Unlike most monitors, it has a smart interface built in and a lot of streaming apps, so you can stream content directly to the screen like you would with a TV. Because of this, it’s basically a 43-inch TV without a tuner, but it has some features more common on monitors, like a stand that can be adjusted for comfort.

It has built-in support for the Bixby or Alexa voice assistants, which you can control with the mic on the included remote or hands-free with the mic on the monitor. There are a few other Smart Monitor models from Samsung, such as the Samsung Smart Monitor M8 S32BM80, which comes in a 32-inch size and has different inputs.

Samsung Smart Monitor M7 specifications

Samsung Smart Monitor M7 review: Design and features

The ability to connect is one of the best things about the M7. If you have a Samsung phone or tablet that is compatible with DeX, you can use it to open a desktop environment on the M7 wirelessly from your phone or tablet. When you add Bluetooth accessories, you can get to work quickly. The M7 can wirelessly extend displays from Windows, iOS, and Android devices.

It also supports screen mirroring and Apple AirPlay 2, and it has dual-band 802.11ac wireless. It works well to create a flexible, multi-display environment without cables, and the Samsung always worked when we tested it with different types of wireless connections. You can buy this monitor from its official website.

Samsung Smart Monitor M7 review: Image quality

The 32-inch screen with 4K resolution isn’t bad at all. In fact, it works well enough for most basic office work and watching movies. Even though the blacks aren’t the deepest I’ve seen, the images on Netflix look good and the screen is bright enough.

Out of the box, the Dynamic mode’s colour reproduction and processing are way too strong for my taste. But, as always, you can change this by switching to one of the other modes, such as Standard, Natural, Movie, or Filmmaker.

Samsung Smart Monitor M7 review: Display

But the results showed that the monitor doesn’t do most of the things that a creative monitor should do. No matter what setting you use, coverage was less than 70% for both the DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB gamuts. Color gamuts are a way to figure out how many different colours a device can show. Creative people often use the DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB gamuts to make sure their images are correct.

Samsung Smart Monitor M7 review: Performance

The screen below these features is a 32-inch VA display with a 4K resolution. This means that the images are clear and there is a lot of room on the screen for you to do detailed work and multitask. At the factory settings, the Samsung had a contrast ratio of 3,233:1. This is a very high number that helps give a lot of colour and detail. The maximum brightness of 268cd/m2 is perfect for an office, and the black point of 0.06cd/m2 is excellent, giving darker areas great depth.

This panel also does a good job of showing most colours. With a Delta E of 2.3, the accuracy is pretty good, and a colour temperature of 6,248K isn’t too far off. The M7 was able to display a good 97% of the sRGB colour gamut, so it can handle all of the shades that are needed by common tools and media apps.

Samsung Smart Monitor M7 review: Sound quality

We have problems with how the sound works. This Smart Monitor M7 has speakers built in, but they don’t sound very good. Watch the video at the top of this review to hear how good the sound is on this Samsung Smart Monitor M7 43-inch.

Samsung Smart Monitor M7 review: Price and availability

The Samsung M7 (model number M70A) has a long list of features, which makes its price of $370 (£349, about AU$719) even more impressive. It’s available in all of the major countries. The only difference is the apps that come with it.

The closest competitor to the Samsung is the Philips 288E2UAE/288E2E, which costs $300 (£289, about AU$400) at the moment. This panel doesn’t have as many smart features as the M7, but it is smaller, sharper, and has more connections than the M7.

Final Words

Videos can be watched well on the Samsung M7. It has a great selection of streaming apps built into its Tizen OS smart interface, so you can watch your favourite content right on the screen without a PC. It looks great in a dark room because it has great contrast and blacks that are all the same. Even though it has good peak brightness, the glossy screen coating means it can’t handle much glare, so it’s best not to put it in a bright room.

FAQs

Is M7 a good monitor?

The Samsung M7 is a good monitor that can be used for most things. With the smart Tizen OS interface and a huge number of streaming apps, it’s clear that it was made for media consumption. You can watch your favourite shows without a PC or other device.

Is it worth buying Samsung Smart monitor?

The Smart Monitor M7 is not the best at anything. But because it performs well in all areas and has smart TV features from Samsung, it is one of the best choices for people who live and work from home in small spaces or in shared accommodations.

Does the Samsung M7 monitor have speakers?

The M7 has speakers integrated right into it, so it can produce noises that are both authentic and full of depth, making the overall experience more immersive.