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Philips V Line 22" Full HD 100Hz Monitor 221V8LB vs Samsung ViewFinity S8 S85TH

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APhilips V Line 22" Full HD 100Hz Monitor 221V8LB

BSamsung ViewFinity S8 S85TH

General

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Series

V Line1Maker product pageusa.philips.com/c-p/221V8LB_27/monitor-lcd-monitorRead 16 October 2026Page breadcrumb: V Line.

ViewFinity S81Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Product name: ViewFinity S8 S85TH.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

221V8LB/271Maker product pageusa.philips.com/c-p/221V8LB_27/monitor-lcd-monitorRead 16 October 2026Page title and datasheet name 221V8LB/27. The 221V8LB3 is a different model number, sold at 120 Hz, and is not covered here.

LS40H850TANXZA, LS40H852TANXZA, LS40H850TAUXXU, LS40H850TAUXEN, LS40H850TAEXXY1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026UK model LS40H850TAUXXU. Other codes come from the Samsung Canada, Germany and Australia pages and the US page. Regional codes can differ in the supplied signal cable (see in_the_box).2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026LS40H850TAUXEN (Germany).3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h852tanxzaRead 14 October 2026Canada model LS40H852TANXZA.4Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850taexxyRead 14 October 2026Australia model LS40H850TAEXXY. Its typical power figure (92 W) differs from the UK 41.7 W, so no typical power is stored.5Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxenRead 14 October 2026Germany model LS40H850TAUXEN.6Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/monitors/high-resolution/40-inch-viewfinity-s8-s85th-5k-high-resolution-monitor-sku-ls40h850tanxzaRead 14 October 2026US model LS40H850TANXZA (S40H850TAN). The US page loads its specification tab by script, so the specifications come from the UK, Canada and Germany pages.

GTIN / EAN

6095852570302Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026UPC 6 09585 25703 0.

88060991056622Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026EAN 8806099105662 for LS40H850TAUXEN (Germany). Other regions are not stored.5Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxenRead 14 October 2026EAN 8806099105662.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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Status

Available1Maker product pageusa.philips.com/c-p/221V8LB_27/monitor-lcd-monitorRead 16 October 2026The page is live with customer reviews dated up to July 2026. Amazon US also sells the model.

Available6Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/monitors/high-resolution/40-inch-viewfinity-s8-s85th-5k-high-resolution-monitor-sku-ls40h850tanxzaRead 14 October 2026US page offers the product for sale with Add to cart.12Reviewtechaeris.com/2026/05/19/samsung-viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-reviewRead 14 October 2026Reviewed on a retail unit with US pricing.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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$1,399.996Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/monitors/high-resolution/40-inch-viewfinity-s8-s85th-5k-high-resolution-monitor-sku-ls40h850tanxzaRead 14 October 2026US list price $1,399.99, shown struck through next to a lower current sale price. Stored as the list price. Techaeris (2026-05-19) also reports an MSRP around USD 1,399. Not the sale price.12Reviewtechaeris.com/2026/05/19/samsung-viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-reviewRead 14 October 2026Techaeris review of 2026-05-19: MSRP expected around USD 1,399. Rounded, so the Samsung US list price 1,399.99 is stored.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US1Maker product pageusa.philips.com/c-p/221V8LB_27/monitor-lcd-monitorRead 16 October 2026Philips US model code /27. The datasheets for /69, /70, /74 and /89 are other regional versions.

US, CA, GB, EU, AU1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026UK page for LS40H850TAUXXU.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Germany datasheet.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h852tanxzaRead 14 October 2026Samsung Canada page for the exact model.4Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850taexxyRead 14 October 2026Samsung Australia page for the exact model.5Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxenRead 14 October 2026Samsung Germany page.6Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/monitors/high-resolution/40-inch-viewfinity-s8-s85th-5k-high-resolution-monitor-sku-ls40h850tanxzaRead 14 October 2026US page.8EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2633345_EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026EU: placed on the Union market.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Cabinet Color: Black, Finish: Textured.

Black1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Design: front, rear and stand colour Black.6Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/monitors/high-resolution/40-inch-viewfinity-s8-s85th-5k-high-resolution-monitor-sku-ls40h850tanxzaRead 14 October 2026Product data: color Black.

SegmentiFrom the maker's own product category. Office also covers home and everyday monitors.

Office1Maker product pageusa.philips.com/c-p/221V8LB_27/monitor-lcd-monitorRead 16 October 2026Philips V Line is the maker's value office range, listed under Home monitors. Stored as office although the page markets 100 Hz and a Game picture mode.

Office10Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/samsung-viewfinity-s85th-launched-with-40-5k2k-144hz-va-panel-and-thunderbolt-5-hubRead 14 October 2026TFTCentral: the ViewFinity S8 range focuses on high resolution and productivity and is aimed mainly at the professional market. Samsung sells it in its High Resolution monitor category, not a gaming line.

Display

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Screen sizeiDiagonal in inches exactly as the maker advertises it. A class size and the viewable diagonal can differ.

21.5in(54.6 cm)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Panel Size 21.5 inch / 54.6 cm. The product is marketed as 22 (21.5 inch).

40in(101.6 cm)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Screen Size (Class): 40.

Viewable screen diagonaliDiagonal of the visible image area. This can be smaller than the advertised class size.

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Native resolution

1920 × 1080px2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 20261920 x 1080 (Full HD).

5120 × 2160px1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Resolution: WUHD (5120 x 2160).

Aspect ratio

16:92Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Aspect ratio 16:9.

21:91Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Aspect Ratio: 21:9.

Pixel density

102.5ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

138.9ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

Pixel pitchiDistance between adjacent pixels. Source notes identify horizontal or vertical pitch if they differ. A horizontal figure about a third of the vertical one is the pitch of one subpixel, not of a pixel, so the pixel figure is stored.

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Active display areaiMaker published active-display width and height, excluding the external frame. Source notes distinguish image area from any published shift-reserve area. Dimensions are not inferred from native resolution or rounded pixel pitch.

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Width926.8Height391mm(36.5 × 15.4 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Active Display Size (HxV): 926.8 x 391.0 mm. Stored as width 926.8 and height 391.0.

Curved

No1Maker product pageusa.philips.com/c-p/221V8LB_27/monitor-lcd-monitorRead 16 October 2026The product photos on the page show a flat screen. The datasheet lists no curvature.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Flat / Curved: Curved.

Curvature radiusiRadius of screen curvature. A published 1800R is 1800 mm.

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1,000mm1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Screen Curvature: 1000R.

Screen surface

Matte2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Display Screen Coating: Anti-glare, 3H, Haze 25%. Anti-glare with 25 percent haze is a matte surface.

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Anti-reflection coating

Anti-glare, 3H, Haze 25%2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Display Screen Coating: Anti-glare, 3H, Haze 25%.

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Touchscreen

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Panel

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Panel type

VA2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026LCD panel type: VA LCD. The backlight is a W-LED system. Edge or direct lighting is not stated.

VA1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Panel Type: VA.

Panel type (as published)iPanel or technology name as published. This is separate from the normalised panel type.

VA LCD2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026LCD panel type: VA LCD.

VA1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Panel Type: VA.

BacklightiLayout of the backlight. OLED is none (self-emissive). WLED or LED alone names no layout, so it is left out unless a source states edge-lit or direct-lit.

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Local dimming

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No10Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/samsung-viewfinity-s85th-launched-with-40-5k2k-144hz-va-panel-and-thunderbolt-5-hubRead 14 October 2026TFTCentral: no local dimming zones.

Dimming zones

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Panel maker

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Panel part number

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Panel generationiGeneration or panel architecture name stated by the source. Brand product generation and panel generation can differ.

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Subpixel layoutiArrangement of the red, green, blue and any white emitters within a pixel. Individual emitter shapes do not establish their arrangement. Marketing names such as Primary RGB Tandem do not prove an RGB stripe layout.

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Colour depthiSupported total colour depth per channel. A stated 8-bit plus FRC implementation is 10 supported bits with FRC, not native 10-bit. A 6-bit plus FRC panel, also called Hi-FRC, is 8 bits with FRC.

8bits2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Display colors: 16.7 M (8 bit). Native or FRC is not stated.

10bits10Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/samsung-viewfinity-s85th-launched-with-40-5k2k-144hz-va-panel-and-thunderbolt-5-hubRead 14 October 2026TFTCentral: 10-bit colour depth, including 1.07 billion colours. The method (native or FRC) is not stated.

Colour depth methodiNative panel bits or temporal frame rate control. Supported 10-bit input alone does not prove native 10-bit panel depth.

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Displayable colours

16.7 million2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Display colors: 16.7 M (8 bit).

1.07 billion1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Colour Support: Max 1.07B.

sRGB coverageiPercentage of the sRGB reference gamut covered. Gamut volume is a different measure and is not stored here. Source notes identify the colour-space standard.

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99%1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026sRGB Coverage: 99 %. CIE version and typical or minimum are not stated.

DCI-P3 coverageiPercentage of DCI-P3 covered. Do not substitute gamut volume. Source notes identify the CIE reference and any minimum or typical qualifier.

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Adobe RGB coverageiPercentage of Adobe RGB covered. Do not substitute gamut volume.

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Rec. 2020 coverageiPercentage of Rec. 2020 covered. Do not substitute gamut volume.

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NTSC coverageiPercentage of the NTSC reference gamut covered. Source notes identify the reference. Do not substitute gamut volume.

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Factory calibrated

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Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Calibration / Factory Tunning: Yes. Samsung gives no Delta E figure.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h852tanxzaRead 14 October 2026Calibration / Factory Tuning: Yes.

Claimed Delta EiMaker claim for colour error. Source notes retain a less-than qualifier, the colour space and whether the figure is an average or maximum.

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Paper calibration report in boxiA physical calibration report included in the package. An electronic report in the menu or software does not count as a paper report.

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Hardware calibration supportiCalibration writes to the monitor internal hardware LUT. Ordinary colour controls or a computer ICC profile do not establish this feature.

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Static contrast ratioiPanel native static contrast, without dynamic contrast processing or local dimming. 1000 means 1000:1. Do not store a dynamic contrast claim here.

3,000:12Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Contrast ratio (typical) 3000:1. SmartContrast Mega Infinity DCR is a separate dynamic figure and is not stored.

3,000:11Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Contrast Ratio Static: 3,000:1.

Brightness (typical, SDR)iMaker typical SDR white luminance. Source notes state any window size, average picture level and operating mode.

250nits2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Brightness 250 cd/m2. Conditions are not stated.

350nits1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Brightness (Typical): 350 cd/m2.

Brightness (maker minimum)iMaker minimum guaranteed brightness specification under its stated conditions. This is not the lowest user-selectable brightness unless the source explicitly says so.

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280nits1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Brightness (Min): 280 cd/m2.

Peak brightness (HDR)iMaker peak HDR white luminance. The source notes state window size or average picture level, mode and time limit where published.

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HDR peak test windowiPercentage of screen area used for the peak HDR claim. If the maker publishes average picture level instead, source notes identify that distinction.

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Full-screen brightnessiMaker white luminance at 100% screen area or 100% average picture level. Source notes state SDR or HDR and mode.

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HDR formats

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HDR10, HDR10+1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026HDR(High Dynamic Range): HDR10 and HDR10+.6Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/monitors/high-resolution/40-inch-viewfinity-s8-s85th-5k-high-resolution-monitor-sku-ls40h850tanxzaRead 14 October 2026Highlights: HDR10+.10Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/samsung-viewfinity-s85th-launched-with-40-5k2k-144hz-va-panel-and-thunderbolt-5-hubRead 14 October 2026TFTCentral: support for HDR10 and HDR10+ input signals.

HDR certificationiVESA DisplayHDR certification. None needs a source, such as the maker saying the monitor has no DisplayHDR certification or the model being absent from the VESA list. When no source was checked, it is left out.

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Viewing angle (horizontal)

178°2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026178 degrees at C/R > 10.

178°1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Viewing Angle (Horizontal/Vertical): 178 / 178.

Viewing angle (vertical)

178°2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026178 degrees at C/R > 10.

178°1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Viewing Angle (Horizontal/Vertical): 178 / 178.

Refresh rate and motion

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Refresh rate per resolution and portiHighest accepted rate for each proven resolution, input and operating condition. Preset or supported timing lists alone do not prove a maximum. Keep separate bit-depth, chroma and DSC conditions. Dual-mode or crop-mode requirements belong in source notes. Unknown input stays unknown.

APhilips V Line 22" Full HD 100Hz Monitor 221V8LB

Refresh rate per resolution and port. The top rate is in bold.

Resolution	HDMI 1.4	VGA
1920 × 1080Native	120Hz	60Hz

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Maximum resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 120 Hz (Overclock). Footnote: the maximum resolution works for HDMI input only. HDMI scanning frequency is 48-120 Hz and VGA scanning frequency is 48-60 Hz. The 120 Hz needs the Overclock setting in the on-screen menu. Bit depth, chroma and DSC are not stated. The VGA row 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz is from the user manual. VGA has no input version.5Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20241230/5be191a518d84c86a25eb256007e81b2.pdfRead 16 October 2026Russian user manual for the 220V8, 221V8, 222V8 and 221i8 families, December 2024 file. Section 5.1 maximum resolution for the 221V8LB: 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz (VGA) and 1920 x 1080 at 100 Hz (HDMI). Used for the VGA row only. The HDMI row follows the newer datasheet.

BSamsung ViewFinity S8 S85TH

Refresh rate per resolution and port. The top rate is in bold.

Resolution	HDMI 2.1	DisplayPort 1.4	Thunderbolt 5
5120 × 2160Native	144Hz	144Hz	144Hz

Source7Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 14 October 2026Standard Signal Mode Table: S40H85*T maximum and optimum resolution 5120 x 2160 at 144 Hz, vertical frequency 48 to 144 Hz. Signal table: a 5120 x 2160 144 Hz timing is accepted on HDMI IN (333.216 and 333.769 kHz timings) and on DP IN / USB Type-C IN (custom timing 333.216 kHz). Bit depth, chroma and DSC are not stated. The vertical frequency range is the panel scan range and is not stored as a VRR range.

Max refresh rateiHighest proven accepted rate across the stored modes, including lower-resolution dual modes.

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144Hz=CalculatedFrom Refresh rate per resolution and port

Max refresh rate at native resolutioniHighest proven accepted rate at the native pixel resolution, across all inputs and stored operating conditions.

120Hz=CalculatedFrom Refresh rate per resolution and port and Native resolution

144Hz=CalculatedFrom Refresh rate per resolution and port and Native resolution

Max refresh rate over DisplayPortiHighest proven accepted rate over DisplayPort at native resolution. A higher lower-resolution dual mode is separate.

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Max refresh rate over HDMIiHighest proven accepted rate over HDMI at native resolution. Console refresh limits can be lower than PC limits.

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144Hz=CalculatedFrom Refresh rate per resolution and port and Native resolution

Max refresh rate over USB-CiHighest proven accepted rate over USB-C or Thunderbolt at native resolution. USB data bandwidth settings can lower the video maximum.

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Max refresh rate at 10-bitiHighest stored native-resolution mode explicitly proven at 10-bit colour. Rows without bit-depth evidence do not count.

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Native refresh rateiHighest refresh rate the maker rates without overclock. A lower optimum or recommended mode in a manual is not this value.

100Hz3Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240208/70d4f50ec3cd46b2aa50b1100055cd7f.pdfRead 16 October 2026Maximum resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 100 Hz, and Scanning Frequency 48-100 Hz (V), with no overclock mentioned. The user manual also lists 100 Hz over HDMI. The 2026 datasheet adds an Overclock setting up to 120 Hz.5Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20241230/5be191a518d84c86a25eb256007e81b2.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 5.1: 221V8LB 1920 x 1080 at 100 Hz over HDMI. The preset table lists 100.00 Hz with a 110.00 kHz line rate for the 221V8LB.

144Hz1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Refresh Rate: Max 144 Hz. No overclock mode is stated.

Overclocked refresh rate

120Hz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026The datasheet says the Overclock function increases the native refresh rate and lists 120 Hz (Overclock) as the maximum. The highlights say overclockable 120 Hz.

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Dual modeiA dedicated display mode that changes resolution to raise the maximum refresh rate. Ordinary image scaling or a preset timing does not count.

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Minimum fixed refresh rateiLowest fixed input rate accepted by the monitor. A VRR lower limit or general vertical scan range is not this value.

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Adaptive sync technologiesiExact published adaptive-sync protocol or named certification. Generic Adaptive-Sync support does not prove VESA AdaptiveSync Display certification. Source notes distinguish protocols from certifications.

Adaptive-Sync2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Feature list: Adaptive sync (VRR) and the Adaptive-Sync technology highlight. No FreeSync or G-SYNC name is published.5Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20241230/5be191a518d84c86a25eb256007e81b2.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 4 is titled Adaptive Sync (221i8/221V8/222V8/221V8LB) and describes AMD Adaptive Sync.

FreeSync Premium, Adaptive-Sync1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026FreeSync: FreeSync Premium. The manual also has an Adaptive-Sync setting for NVIDIA graphics cards, which is generic Adaptive-Sync and not a G-SYNC certification.7Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 14 October 2026FreeSync (for AMD graphics card) and Adaptive-Sync (for NVIDIA graphics card) menu items.10Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/samsung-viewfinity-s85th-launched-with-40-5k2k-144hz-va-panel-and-thunderbolt-5-hubRead 14 October 2026TFTCentral: adaptive-sync for VRR and FreeSync Premium certification.

VRR range per portiVariable-refresh-rate operating range for each input and the operating mode named in source notes. A fixed timing or general vertical scan range alone is not a VRR range.

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Low framerate compensation

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Response time (maker GtG claim)iMaker grey-to-grey pixel transition claim. Source notes state fastest overdrive or other conditions where published.

4ms2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Response time (typical) 4 ms (GtG). Footnote: the value equals SmartResponse. The overdrive setting is not stated.

4ms1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Response Time: 4 (GTG). Settings not stated.

Response time (maker MPRT claim)iMaker moving-picture response-time claim, often with strobing enabled. This is not a grey-to-grey transition time.

1ms2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026MPRT: 1 ms. Strobing conditions are not stated.

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Overdrive settings

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Motion blur reductioniA dedicated blur-reduction feature using backlight strobing or black frame insertion. OLED monitors have no backlight.

Yes5Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20241230/5be191a518d84c86a25eb256007e81b2.pdfRead 16 October 2026On-screen menu table, Picture group: MPRT and MPRT Level 0 to 20 are marked for the 221V8LB. The manual does not describe the mode. DisplayNinja says it adds backlight flicker.

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Blur-reduction technologyiPublished name of the backlight strobing or black frame insertion feature.

MPRT5Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20241230/5be191a518d84c86a25eb256007e81b2.pdfRead 16 October 2026On-screen menu table: MPRT (221V8LB).

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Blur reduction works with VRRiWhether the dedicated strobing or black frame insertion mode can operate at the same time as variable refresh rate.

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Flicker-free (claimed)

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Flicker-free is in the feature list.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026General Feature / Flicker Free: Yes.

Black frame insertion

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Measured

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Input lag at maximum refresh rateiReviewer total display lag at the monitor highest accepted refresh rate, including a faster dual mode. Native-rate measurements below that maximum and processing-only delay are excluded. Source notes name the rate, resolution and test method.

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Input lag at 60 HziReviewer total display lag with a fixed 60 Hz input. Processing-only delay is excluded. Source notes name the resolution, mode and test method.

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Average response time (measured)iReviewer mean grey-to-grey transition time across tested transitions. Source notes state the measurement endpoint, method, refresh rate and overdrive. A single worst transition or an unaveraged settling time does not count.

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Overshoot (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Contrast ratio (measured)i1000 means 1000:1. Measured by a reviewer

3,891:17Reviewmonitornerds.com/philips-221v8lb-reviewRead 16 October 2026MonitorNerds: contrast reached 3891:1 at 50 percent brightness. The page names no instrument or picture mode.

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SDR brightness (measured)iReviewer measured SDR white luminance. Source notes state picture mode, window size and brightness setting where available.

248nits7Reviewmonitornerds.com/philips-221v8lb-reviewRead 16 October 2026MonitorNerds review of 2024-06-03: backlight reached 248 cd/m2 at 100 percent. The page names no instrument, picture mode or window size. The review tested the 100 Hz version.

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HDR brightness in a real scene (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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PWM flicker frequency (measured)iOnly when the reviewer found PWM flicker

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VRR range (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)iReviewer average colour error before calibration. Source notes name picture mode, reference colour space and Delta E method. Post-calibration results are excluded.

1.977Reviewmonitornerds.com/philips-221v8lb-reviewRead 16 October 2026MonitorNerds: default accuracy deltaE average 1.97 before calibration, 1.45 after calibration. The page names no instrument or colour space. Only the default value is stored.

12.2811Measurementtrustedreviews.com/reviews/samsung-viewfinity-40s85thRead 14 October 2026Trusted Reviews (2026-07-13, UK review of the 40S85TH): default SDR Graphics mode, average Delta E 2000 of 12.28 on the Calman ColorChecker test, before calibration, with Calman Ultimate, a G1 signal generator and a C6 HDR5000 meter. The multipoint greyscale average in the same mode was 8.65. The reference colour space is not stated.

Gray uniformity (measured)iDeviation on a 50 % gray screen. Measured by a reviewer

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Reflections (measured)iTotal reflections. Measured by a reviewer

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Connectivity

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Video inputsiPhysical connectors that accept a display signal. A USB-C data-only charging port is not a video input. Counts exclude USB hubs and audio jacks.

APhilips V Line 22" Full HD 100Hz Monitor 221V8LB

Type	Version	Count	HDCP
HDMI	1.4	1	1.4
VGA	Not available	1	Not available

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Signal Input: VGA (Analog), HDMI 1.4. HDCP 1.4 (HDMI). Counts come from the user manual.5Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20241230/5be191a518d84c86a25eb256007e81b2.pdfRead 16 October 2026Specifications: 221V8LB has VGA x 1 and HDMI 1.4 x 1 (HDCP 1.4).

BSamsung ViewFinity S8 S85TH

Type	Version	Count	Max bandwidth (Gbps)	HDCP
HDMI	2.1	1	Not available	2.2
DisplayPort	1.4	1	Not available	2.2
Thunderbolt	5	1	80	2.2

Source1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Interface: DisplayPort 1 (v1.4, HDCP 2.2), HDMI 1 (v2.1, HDCP 2.2), Thunderbolt upstream 1 (140 W, Thunderbolt version 5.0, HDCP 2.2). The page labels the upstream port Thunderbolt 3 in one row and gives the version as 5.0. The manual and TFTCentral say Thunderbolt 5. 80 Gbps comes from Samsung marketing text on the same page (80 Gbps data transfer).7Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 14 October 2026Ports: DP, HDMI and Thunderbolt 5 upstream. Thunderbolt 5 and USB-C downstream ports do not support video input. The supplied Thunderbolt cable is said to support up to 80 Gbps.

HDMI ports

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DisplayPort ports

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Highest HDMI version

1.4=CalculatedFrom Video inputs

2.1=CalculatedFrom Video inputs

Highest DisplayPort version

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HDMI features

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USB-C video (DP Alt Mode)

No2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026The complete signal input list has only VGA and HDMI.

Yes7Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 14 October 2026Ports: the downstream Thunderbolt and USB-C ports do not support DisplayPort Alt video. The upstream port carries video.10Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/samsung-viewfinity-s85th-launched-with-40-5k2k-144hz-va-panel-and-thunderbolt-5-hubRead 14 October 2026TFTCentral: 1x Thunderbolt 5 input with DP Alt mode, 140W power delivery and data.

USB-C power deliverediPower the monitor supplies to a connected device. Source notes distinguish guaranteed, maximum and shared dynamic limits. Power consumed by the monitor is separate.

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140W1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Thunderbolt 3 (sic) Charging Power (Port 1): 140 W. The manual says max 140 W PD output. Shared or guaranteed levels are not stated.7Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 14 October 2026Ports: Thunderbolt 5 upstream port with max 140 W PD output.

Thunderbolt

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51Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Version of Thunderbolt: 5.0.7Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 14 October 2026Ports: Thunderbolt 5 upstream and downstream.

USB upstream portsiUSB connections from the monitor hub to host computers. Video input and downstream charging ports are separate.

APhilips V Line 22" Full HD 100Hz Monitor 221V8LB

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BSamsung ViewFinity S8 S85TH

Connector	Count
USB-C	2

Source1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Thunderbolt 5 upstream plus USB-C Upstream Port (ONLY DATA) x1. USB versions are not stated for either, so none is stored.7Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 14 October 2026Ports: Thunderbolt 5 upstream, and a USB Type-C upstream (cable version 3.0). The manual says one of the two USB Type-C upstream ports is the Thunderbolt port.

USB downstream hub portsiUSB hub connections for peripherals. These exclude host-facing upstream ports. A port the maker names for service or firmware updates only is not counted.

APhilips V Line 22" Full HD 100Hz Monitor 221V8LB

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BSamsung ViewFinity S8 S85TH

Connector	USB version	Count
USB-A	Not available	5
USB-C	3.2 Gen 2	1

Source1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026USB Type-A Downstream Port 5 EA, version 3.2 Gen2 and 3.2 Gen1 (split by port is not stated). USB Type-C Downstream Port 1, 3.2 Gen2. The Thunderbolt downstream port (15 W, daisy chain) is not counted as a USB hub port.

KVM switch

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Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026General Feature / KVM Switch: Yes.

Daisy chain (MST)

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Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026General Feature / Daisy Chain: Yes. Thunderbolt Downstream Port (Daisy Chain) x1, 15 W.10Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/samsung-viewfinity-s85th-launched-with-40-5k2k-144hz-va-panel-and-thunderbolt-5-hubRead 14 October 2026TFTCentral: 1x Thunderbolt 5 output (15 W) for daisy chaining.

Ethernet

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Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Ethernet (LAN): 1 EA.

3.5 mm headphone outputiAnalogue headphone or audio output. A shared four-pole headset jack counts.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Audio (In/Out): Audio out.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Headphone: 1.

3.5 mm microphone inputiAnalogue microphone input, including the microphone contacts of a shared four-pole headset jack. This does not imply a separate microphone socket.

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Optical out

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No1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026The Interface list (DP, HDMI, headphone, USB, Thunderbolt, Ethernet) has no optical output.

Picture in picture

No5Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20241230/5be191a518d84c86a25eb256007e81b2.pdfRead 16 October 2026The on-screen menu table has no picture-in-picture entry.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Picture-In-Picture: Yes.

Picture by picture

No5Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20241230/5be191a518d84c86a25eb256007e81b2.pdfRead 16 October 2026The on-screen menu table has no picture-by-picture entry.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Picture-By-Picture: Yes.

Smart features

None of 4 known

Smart platform

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Wi-Fi

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Bluetooth

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Remote control

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Audio and camera

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Speakers

No5Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20241230/5be191a518d84c86a25eb256007e81b2.pdfRead 16 October 2026Specifications list built-in speakers (2 W x 2) for the 221V8A and 222V8LA only.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Audio / Speaker: Yes, Speaker Output 5 W. The Germany datasheet says 2 x 5 W.10Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/samsung-viewfinity-s85th-launched-with-40-5k2k-144hz-va-panel-and-thunderbolt-5-hubRead 14 October 2026TFTCentral: 2x 5W integrated speakers and a headphone jack.

Number of speakers

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22Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Lautsprecher (2x5W).5Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxenRead 14 October 2026Besondere Eigenschaften: Lautsprecher Ja (2 x 5 W).10Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/samsung-viewfinity-s85th-launched-with-40-5k2k-144hz-va-panel-and-thunderbolt-5-hubRead 14 October 2026TFTCentral: 2x 5W integrated speakers.

Speaker power per channeliRated power per speaker or output channel. Do not store the total of all speakers here.

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5W2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Lautsprecher (2x5W), 5 W each.5Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxenRead 14 October 2026Lautsprecher Ja (2 x 5 W).

Webcam

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Microphone

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Ergonomics and controls

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Stand height adjustmentiVertical travel of the supplied stand. This is not the total height of the monitor.

0mm6Reviewdisplayninja.com/philips-221v8lb-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review: the stand is tilt-only by -5/20 degrees and detachable. Review of the 100 Hz model, structured data date 2025-07-14.7Reviewmonitornerds.com/philips-221v8lb-reviewRead 16 October 2026Spec list: Stand Height: No, Tilt: Yes, Swivel: No.

120mm1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026HAS (Height Adjustable Stand): 120.0 (+/-5.0) mm.

TiltiMaximum movement from the neutral position with the supplied stand. Each direction is stored as a positive magnitude.

Forward5°Backward20°2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Stand: Tilt -5/20 degree. Stored as 5 forward and 20 backward.

Forward5°Backward20°1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Tilt: -5 (+/-2) to 20 (+/-2) degrees. Stored as 5 forward and 20 backward.

SwiveliMaximum movement from the neutral position with the supplied stand. Each direction is stored as a positive magnitude.

Left0°Right0°6Reviewdisplayninja.com/philips-221v8lb-reviewRead 16 October 2026Tilt-only stand, no swivel.7Reviewmonitornerds.com/philips-221v8lb-reviewRead 16 October 2026Spec list: Stand Swivel: No.

Left20°Right20°1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Swivel: -20 (+/-3) to 20 (+/-3) degrees.

PivotiMaximum movement from the neutral position with the supplied stand. Each direction is stored as a positive magnitude. Pivot is rotation in the screen plane. A small slant adjustment for levelling, as Dell calls it, counts.

Counterclockwise0°Clockwise0°6Reviewdisplayninja.com/philips-221v8lb-reviewRead 16 October 2026Tilt-only stand, no pivot.

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Removable stand

Yes5Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20241230/5be191a518d84c86a25eb256007e81b2.pdfRead 16 October 2026Section 2.3 describes removing the stand base and the VESA 100 x 100 mm mount.

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VESA mount

100 x 1002Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026VESA mount (100x100mm).

100 x 1001Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Wall Mount: 100 x 100 mm.7Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 14 October 2026Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA): S40H85*T 100.0 x 100.0 mm, M4 screws.

VESA adapter needed

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Security lock slot

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Other convenience: Kensington lock.

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On-screen menu controlsiControls that operate the monitor menu or display settings. Desktop window-layout software alone does not count as menu control.

Buttons2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026User convenience lists Power On/Off, Menu/OK, Brightness/UP, Input/Down and SmartImage/Back keys.

Joystick, Software7Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 14 October 2026Direct Key Guide: 5-way button for the S40H85*T. Samsung Display Manager adjusts monitor settings from the PC.

Desktop software

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Samsung Display Manager1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Product text: Samsung Display Manager.7Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 14 October 2026Installing the Software: Samsung Display Manager.

User firmware updates

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Yes7Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 14 October 2026System menu: Software Update, update using a file on a USB device.

Ambient light sensoriPresence of a physical ambient-light sensor. A regulatory statement that Automatic Brightness Control is unavailable does not prove the sensor is absent. Human presence or proximity sensing is separate.

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Presence sensoriPresence of a person-detection or proximity sensor. Source notes distinguish room presence from near-screen detection. Absence of one kind does not prove absence of every presence sensor.

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RGB lightingiDecorative illumination explicitly described as RGB or documented with selectable red, green and blue colours. A power LED or only one or two fixed colours is insufficient.

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Gaming menu features

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OLED care

None of 3 known

OLED care

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Burn-in covered by warrantyiWarranty explicitly covers permanent OLED image burn-in. A general panel warranty alone does not prove burn-in coverage.

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Burn-in warranty length

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Dimensions and weight

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Dimensions with standiOverall monitor dimensions with the supplied stand. Minimum and maximum heights require the stand position to be identified by the source.

Width493Height (lowest)369Height (highest)369Depth220mm(19.4 × 14.5 × 8.7 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Product with stand 493 x 369 x 220 mm. The stand is tilt-only, so lowest and highest heights are equal.

Width928.6Depth362.1mm(36.6 × 14.3 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Set Dimension with Stand (WxHxD): 928.6 x 599.9 x 362.1 mm. Only width and depth are stored. The stand position for the 599.9 mm height is not stated.

Dimensions without standiOverall monitor body dimensions after the stand is removed, including the frame and rear housing.

Width493Height286Depth44mm(19.4 × 11.3 × 1.7 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Product without stand 493 x 286 x 44 mm.

Width928.6Height422.8Depth198.9mm(36.6 × 16.6 × 7.8 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Set Dimension without Stand (WxHxD): 928.6 x 422.8 x 198.9 mm.

Stand footprintiWidth and depth of the stand base on the desk. A maker's stand width and depth count.

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Weight with standiWeight with the supplied stand. Source notes state if cables are included. Packaging weight is separate.

2.63kg(5.8 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Product with stand 2.63 kg. Cables are not stated.

14kg(30.9 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Gewicht mit Standfuss: 14.0 kg. The UK page says 14.30 kg. The datasheet, Canada, Australia and the Techaeris spec table say 14 kg.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h852tanxzaRead 14 October 2026Set Weight with Stand: 14 kg.

Weight without standiMonitor body weight without stand. Source notes state whether cables are included.

2.23kg(4.9 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Product without stand 2.23 kg.

9kg(19.8 lb)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Set Weight without Stand: 9.0 kg.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Gewicht ohne Standfuss: 9.0 kg.

Box dimensionsiShipping box width, height and depth in the maker published orientation. A flat-packed box can have a smaller height than the upright display.

Width570Height436Depth109mm(22.4 × 17.2 × 4.3 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Packaging in mm (WxHxD): 570 x 436 x 109.

Width1,030Height281Depth520mm(40.6 × 11.1 × 20.5 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Package Dimension (WxHxD): 1030 x 281 x 520 mm. The Canada page and German datasheet give the same order. The Australia page labels the same numbers HxWxD.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Masse mit Verpackung (B x H x T): 1030.0 x 281.0 x 520.0 mm.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h852tanxzaRead 14 October 2026Package Dimension (WxHxD): 1030 x 281 x 520 mm, 40.55 x 11.06 x 20.47 inch.

Box weight

4.35kg(9.6 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Product with packaging 4.35 kg.

17.5kg(38.6 lb)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Package Weight: 17.50 kg.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Gewicht mit Verpackung: 17.5 kg.

Power

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Power supplyiUSB-C powered monitors can draw power from a compatible host or an optional USB-C power source. This does not establish a bundled adapter. Record a supplied adapter and its rating separately.

Internal2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Power supply: Built-in, 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz.

Internal1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Type: Internal Power.8EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2633345_EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Row 24: Internal.

Adapter ratingiRated output power of the external power adapter. Do not substitute the monitor maximum consumption.

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Input voltage

100-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Power supply: Built-in, 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz.

100-240 V AC1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Power Supply: AC 100 - 240 V. Frequency not stated.

Power use (typical)iMaker typical operating power under a stated test condition. An unlabeled Power On upper bound does not establish a typical value. EU label test power has separate fields. An ENERGY STAR on-mode (Pon) figure is not a typical value.

14.8W2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026On mode: 14.8 W (typ.). The user manual gives 14.8 W at 115 V AC, 14.7 W at 100 V and 14.61 W at 230 V.5Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20241230/5be191a518d84c86a25eb256007e81b2.pdfRead 16 October 2026Power table for the 221V8LB: 14.7 W (typ.) at 100 V AC 60 Hz, 14.8 W at 115 V AC 60 Hz and 14.61 W at 230 V AC 50 Hz. The datasheet 14.8 W matches the 115 V value.

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Power use (max)iMaker maximum operating power. Source notes state whether USB charging and connected-device load are included.

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340W1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Power Consumption (Max): 340 W. USB load not stated.

Power use SDR (EU label)iSDR on-mode power demand in the EU product information sheet, in watts. It can differ from rounded energy-label kWh per 1000 hours.

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41.7W8EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2633345_EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Row 4: on mode power in SDR 41.7 W. The Samsung-hosted copy of the same sheet shows a default refresh rate of 180 Hz, which is wrong. The EPREL record shows 144 Hz. Only the EPREL record is used.

Power use HDR (EU label)iHDR on-mode power demand in the EU product information sheet, in watts. It can differ from rounded energy-label kWh per 1000 hours.

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120W8EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2633345_EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Row 6: on mode power in HDR 120 W.

Standby poweriPower in standby or DPMS. Source notes retain any less-than qualifier.

0.5W2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Standby mode: 0.5 W (typ.).

0.5W1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Power Consumption (DPMS): 0.50 W.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Energieverbrauch im Standby-Zustand: 0.5 W.8EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2633345_EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Row 8: 0.5 W.

Off-mode poweriPower when switched off but still connected to mains. Source notes retain any less-than qualifier.

0.3W2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Off mode: 0.3 W (typ.).

0.3W1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Power Consumption (Off Mode): 0.30 W.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Energieverbrauch im Aus-Zustand: 0.3 W.8EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2633345_EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Row 7: 0.3 W.

EU energy class SDR

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G8EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2633345_EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Row 3: class G.

EU energy class HDR

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G8EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2633345_EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Row 5: class G.

Energy per 1000 h SDR

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42kWh9EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_2633345.pdfRead 14 October 2026Printed label: 42 kWh/1000h (SDR). The same value is on the Samsung Germany page.

Energy per 1000 h HDR

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120kWh9EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_2633345.pdfRead 14 October 2026Printed label: 120 kWh/1000h (HDR).

Certifications

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VESA ClearMR

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VESA AdaptiveSync Display

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TÜV certifications

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Intelligent Eye Care1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Product text: Intelligent Eye Care certified by TUV.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Zertifizierungen: TUV. The UK page names it Intelligent Eye Care.

Low blue lightiHardware means a published panel-level hardware low-blue-light solution. Software means a selectable picture filter. Hardware does not require a selectable filter mode.

Software2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026LowBlue Mode is a software setting, described as smart software technology.

Software1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Eye Saver Mode: Yes. Samsung text: Eye Saver Mode is a picture setting. No hardware low-blue-light claim.

ENERGY STAR

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TCO Certified

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TCO Certified1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Eco / TCO Certified: Yes. The generation is not stated.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Zertifizierungen: TCO.

EPEAT

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Gold1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Eco / EPEAT: Gold (AT, DK, FR, IT, NL, ES, SE, CH, UK). The Canada page says Gold. Registration varies by country.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Zertifizierungen: TCO, EPEAT Gold, TUV.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h852tanxzaRead 14 October 2026EPEAT: Gold.

Colour certifications

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Other certifications

CB, CE Mark, cETLus, FCC Class B, ICES-003, BSMI, RoHS2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Regulatory Approvals: CB, CE Mark, cETLus, FCC Class B, ICES-003, BSMI. Environmental and energy: RoHS.

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In the box

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In the box

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Power cable (1.5 m)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Accessory: Power Cable Length 1.5 and HDMI Cable. The Canada page lists a DP cable instead of HDMI. The signal cable depends on the region, so it is not stored.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Lieferumfang: Stromkabel (1.5 m), HDMI Kabel.

Cables includediCables supplied with the product. Count is included only when the source establishes it. Bundles can vary by market.

APhilips V Line 22" Full HD 100Hz Monitor 221V8LB

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Source1Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxxuRead 14 October 2026Accessory: Power Cable Length 1.5. Counts not stated.

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

4years4Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20240816/32cccbf3bf5045598ea8b1ce00690a14.pdfRead 16 October 2026Warranty Statement: USA and Canada, All Monitors, 4 years. The statement covers every Philips monitor in the region and does not name the 221V8LB.

3years2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Garantiezeit: 3 Jahre (Germany). EPREL gives the EU minimum general guarantee as 2 years.5Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxenRead 14 October 2026Garantiezeit 3 Jahre.8EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2633345_EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Row 23: minimum general guarantee 2 years (EU). Samsung Germany states 3 years.

Dead pixel policy

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Pixel fault class 2 according to ISO 9241-3072Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Pixelfehlerklasse: Klasse 2 nach ISO 9241-307.5Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/monitors/high-resolution/viewfinity-s8-s85th-40-inch-5k2k-curved-wuhd-ls40h850tauxenRead 14 October 2026Pixelfehlerklasse: Klasse 2 nach ISO 9241-307.

Links

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Product page

www.usa.philips.com/c-p/221V8LB_27/monitor-lcd-monitor1Maker product pageusa.philips.com/c-p/221V8LB_27/monitor-lcd-monitorRead 16 October 2026Philips US page for 221V8LB/27. It lists the datasheet, the Important Information manual and a quick start guide. It has no buy button.

www.samsung.com/us/monitors/high-resolution/40-inch-viewfinity-s8-s85th-5k-high-resolution-monitor-sku-ls40h850tanxza6Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/monitors/high-resolution/40-inch-viewfinity-s8-s85th-5k-high-resolution-monitor-sku-ls40h850tanxzaRead 14 October 2026Exact-model Samsung US product page, LS40H850TANXZA.

Spec sheet

www.documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20240206/29eacbb1e0ad4ceaada4b10e00b37fc4.pdfRead 16 October 2026Philips datasheet for 221V8LB/27, issue date 2026-04-10, version 5.5.1. It replaces the US pre-sales leaflet of 2023-12-17, which lists 100 Hz as the maximum.

images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/de/display/pdf/Datenblatt_Business_Monitor_LS40H850TAUXEN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Samsung Germany datasheet for LS40H850TAUXEN, dated 13 April 2026.

Manual

www.documents.philips.com/assets/20240816/32cccbf3bf5045598ea8b1ce00690a14.pdf4Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20240816/32cccbf3bf5045598ea8b1ce00690a14.pdfRead 16 October 2026Philips Important Information manual (safety, regulatory and warranty), the manual linked from the 221V8LB/27 support page. A full English user manual is not linked there. The Russian user manual is used below.

org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspx7Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 14 October 2026Samsung user manual BN81-29107A-01, version 260727.0 (EU English). One manual covers S80H, S80UH, S70H, S85TH and S80HF. S40H85*T is the S85TH column.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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26333458EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2633345_EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Registration 2633345, model identifier S40H850TAU.

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