If you prioritize competitive gaming with faster response times, the Asus PG279QM provides a high refresh rate, making it suitable for fast-paced games, though it might cost you more. On the other hand, if you prefer a larger screen for productivity and media consumption with better contrast and higher resolution, Gigabyte M32UC presents a better value, especially at a lower price point. However, for tasks like digital photo editing, the Asus with its better color gamut would be a better fit even at a higher cost. Keep in mind, neither is optimal for HDR video editing or HDR gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PG279QM (IPS)
Very good for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Advantages of the Gigabyte M32UC (VA)
Good for casual gaming
Best in class for productivity
Good for media consumption
Good brightness
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.4/10
7.3/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
160Hz
1147:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
2776:1
363 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
500 nits
478 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
506 nits
95.8 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
85.4 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is good for casual gaming, while the Asus PG279QM (IPS) is only fair.
Competitive Gaming
8.0/10
4.7/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
160Hz
7.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.7 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
363 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
500 nits
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is poor.
Productivity
6.4/10
9.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is best in class for productivity, while the Asus PG279QM (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
6.0/10
7.3/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1147:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
2776:1
363 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
500 nits
478 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
506 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is good for media consumption, while the Asus PG279QM (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$499
$550
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) has a price of $499 and the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) costs $550.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and Gigabyte M32UC (VA) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and Gigabyte M32UC (VA) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) compare to other monitors
"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."
"The Gigabyte M32UC is a terrific value. For around $600, you get a full-featured 4K gaming monitor with top-shelf video processing, a colorful bright image and a form factor suited for both work and play."
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