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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're a competitive gamer seeking smooth gameplay, the Asus PG279QM's higher refresh rate makes it a better choice, but it will cost more. For digital photo editing and tasks requiring accurate colors, it's also preferable. Conversely, the Gigabyte M32Q's larger screen size enhances media consumption and productivity, offering a balance for casual gamers and everyday use at a lower price. The Asus has a slight edge in response time, reducing ghosting, which is pivotal for fast-paced games. Neither monitor is optimal for HDR gaming or video editing, so if that's a priority, you might want to consider other options. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PG279QM (IPS)
- Very good for competitive gaming
- Very good refresh rate
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Advantages of the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS)
- Very good response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.4
5.8
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
1147:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1195:1
363 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
478 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
460 nits
95.8 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
87.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) is only fair for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
8.0
4.7
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
7.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.1 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 170 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
363 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.4
5.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.0
5.5
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1147:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1195:1
363 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
478 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
460 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$749
$455
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) has a price of $749 and the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) costs $455.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Asus PG279QM (IPS) | Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$749 | $455 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 32" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 32 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1147:1 | 1195:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 363 nits | 333 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 478 nits | 460 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 103.1 % | 100.6 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 7 ms | 6.1 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 240 Hz | 20 - 170 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8/10 | 8.1/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 109 PPI | 93 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 3 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 1 | |
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Asus PG279QM (IPS)
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | April 2022
"The Asus ROG Swift PG279QM is one of the best gaming monitors I’ve reviewed, and one of the best all-around displays too. With perfect video processing, smooth gaming performance and tons of rich and accurate color."
Gigabyte M32Q (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | July 2023
"Thanks to its IPS panel with a wide color gamut and fast pixel response time speed, the Gigabyte M32Q offers both an immersive and responsive gaming experience. Additionally, it has an ergonomic stand, plenty of connectivity options, and a lot of useful features – all at a reasonable price."
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