Comparison · Monitors
Samsung Smart Monitor vs LG MyView: Tizen or webOS on your desk
Both run their maker's smart TV software. Samsung has the wider lineup, OLED, and SmartThings; LG has IPS panels, AirPlay 2, and a touchscreen model on wheels.
Our pick: Samsung Smart Monitor M8 if you use SmartThings or need a camera; LG MyView if you want an IPS panel and AirPlay 2 on a budget
Samsung
Smart Monitor M8
8.1$699.99
The better all-rounder: brighter, with a built-in camera and Samsung's listed SmartThings Hub.
Pros
- • 400-nit typical brightness
- • Built-in camera with far-field mic
- • SmartThings Hub listed in Samsung's specs
Cons
- • VA panel with narrower viewing angles
- • 60Hz
LG
MyView 32SR83U / 32SR73U
7.7$380 list (32SR73U-W)
A cheaper 4K IPS smart monitor with AirPlay 2 and webOS. Fine for streaming and light work; no camera.
Pros
- • IPS panel with 95% DCI-P3
- • AirPlay 2 and Miracast screen sharing
- • Two HDMI ports plus USB-C
Cons
- • Webcam sold separately on most models
- • HDMI 2.0, 60Hz
- • 5W speakers
LG
Smart Monitor Swing (32U889SA)
7.5Varies
A 32-inch 4K touchscreen on a rolling stand: closer to a giant tablet than a desk monitor.
Pros
- • Full touchscreen
- • Rolling, angle-adjustable stand
- • 65W USB-C
Cons
- • Niche product for shared spaces
- • LG had not announced US pricing at launch; check current listings
A smart monitor is a computer monitor with a smart TV operating system built in: streaming apps, a remote, screen mirroring, and a voice assistant, with no PC required. Samsung's Smart Monitors run Tizen. LG's MyView line runs webOS. Both still work as normal monitors over HDMI or USB-C.
Specs and prices here come from Samsung's and LG's published announcements and retail listings. We have not tested these monitors hands-on.
Samsung Smart Monitor vs LG MyView at a glance
| Samsung Smart Monitor (2025) | LG MyView (32SR series) | |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Tizen | webOS |
| Sizes and panels | 32-inch VA (M7, M8), 43-inch VA (M7), 32-inch QD-OLED (M9) | 31.5-inch IPS; 32-inch touchscreen IPS (Swing) |
| Resolution and refresh | 4K; 60Hz (M7, M8), 165Hz (M9) | 4K, 60Hz |
| Brightness | 300 to 400 nits typical (VA models) | 350 to 400 nits |
| Webcam | Built in on M8 and M9 | Detachable 1080p on 32SR85U only |
| USB-C power | 65W (M7, M8), 90W (M9) | 45W, 65W, or 90W by model |
| Screen sharing | Samsung Multi View and Multi Control | AirPlay 2 and Miracast |
| Smart home | SmartThings (Hub on M7 and M8 per Samsung) | LG ThinQ |
| Entry price | $399.99 (M7 32-inch) | $380 list (32SR73U-W) |
Panels: VA and OLED vs IPS
Samsung's M7 and M8 use VA panels, which have higher native contrast than IPS but lose contrast and color when viewed off-angle. LG's MyView monitors use IPS with 95% DCI-P3 coverage and HDR10, which hold up better if more than one person watches. Only Samsung offers an OLED option: the M9's QD-OLED panel, which beats both on contrast but costs $1,599.99 list.
Software and screen sharing
Both platforms carry the major streaming apps and Microsoft 365. LG lists AirPlay 2 and Miracast on MyView, which makes it the easier pick in an Apple household. Samsung leans on its own features: Multi View shows two sources side by side, and Multi Control shares a keyboard and mouse with a Samsung phone or PC. Samsung's 2025 models also add Click to Search.
Cameras and calls
Samsung's M8 includes a camera with a far-field microphone, and the M9 has a 4K webcam with dual microphones. On LG's side, only the 32SR85U comes with a camera, a detachable 1080p unit. If video calls are the main job, Samsung's M8 is the simpler buy.
The touchscreen option: LG Smart Monitor Swing
LG announced the Smart Monitor Swing (32U889SA) in May 2025: a 32-inch 4K IPS touchscreen on a rolling stand that tilts to touch-friendly angles, with 65W USB-C and webOS. It is the only smart monitor here you can tap, which suits a kitchen, a family calendar, or a kid's homework station.
Which smart monitor should you buy?
- SmartThings household or frequent video calls: Samsung Smart Monitor M8.
- iPhone or Mac household on a budget: LG MyView 32SR83U or 32SR73U, for AirPlay 2.
- Best picture, money no object: Samsung Smart Monitor M9.
- Touchscreen for a shared space: LG Smart Monitor Swing.
Questions we get
Is Samsung or LG better for a smart monitor?
Samsung if you want more choice (32-inch and 43-inch VA, plus a QD-OLED M9), a built-in camera on the mid-range model, or SmartThings integration. LG if you prefer an IPS panel's wider viewing angles, want AirPlay 2 from an iPhone or Mac, or want the touchscreen Smart Monitor Swing.
Do LG MyView monitors have a webcam?
Only the 32SR85U includes one: a detachable 1080p camera. The 32SR83U and 32SR70U support a camera but it is sold separately.
Can a smart monitor be a smart home controller?
Both brands' TV software can control devices in their own ecosystem: SmartThings on Samsung, ThinQ on LG. Samsung lists a built-in SmartThings Hub on the M8 and M7, which lets compatible devices pair to the monitor itself. Neither replaces a dedicated hub if you run Home Assistant or a mixed-brand setup.