If you prioritize color accuracy for tasks like digital photo editing, print photo editing, and general productivity, the Asus PA329C (IPS) with its matte screen and excellent color gamut coverage is a cost-effective option. However, if you lean towards a top-of-the-line gaming experience, with superior contrast, brightness, and refresh rate for HDR gaming and media consumption, and don't mind a reflective glossy screen, the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) would serve you very well, though it comes at a higher price point. Keep in mind, the QD-OLED model excels in gaming and media but isn't the best pick for tasks requiring precise color accuracy. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PA329C (IPS)
Good text clarity
Good brightness
Advantages of the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for media consumption
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
9.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
250 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
250 nits
98.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Asus PA329C (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
3.8/10
6.4/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
10.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
24 - 76 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
250 nits
The Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Asus PA329C (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
7.8/10
7.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
137 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
140 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Asus PA329C (IPS) and Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) are both good for productivity, though the Asus PA329C (IPS) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
6.7/10
9.7/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
250 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
250 nits
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the Asus PA329C (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$1,000
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Asus PA329C (IPS) has a price of $1,000 and the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) costs $1,300.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Asus PA329C (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PA329C (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PA329C (IPS) and Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PA329C (IPS) and Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Asus PA329C (IPS) and the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) compare to other monitors
"Even at 32 inches, it’s just five inches larger than most professional display monitors, the ASUS ProArt Display PA329CV monitor seems a lot bigger. The color accuracy on the unit I received was excellent, and viewing high-resolution image files on it was pleasing to the eyes. It’s Calman verified, so you can be assured of Hollywood studio-quality color straight out of the box. With multiple USB ports on the monitor and HDMI and USB-C connectivity options, it stands up to the well-established Benq PhotoVue series of monitors."
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