If you're seeking the best visual quality for gaming and media, with stunning contrasts and color depth, the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) excels, especially in HDR content; it is suitable for digital photo editing as well. However, if your budget is tighter and your focus includes productivity tasks and casual gaming, the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) with its lower price point performs adequately and has good color accuracy. The Asus has superior HDR performance and response time, crucial for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte offers a balance of features at a more accessible price but does not support true HDR content. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Good for productivity
Best in class for media consumption
Very good refresh rate
Good image clarity
Best in class contrast
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Advantages of the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS)
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.8/10
5.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1195:1
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
250 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
460 nits
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
87.5 %
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
6.4/10
4.7/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.1 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 170 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
The Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
7.0/10
5.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
140 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) is good for productivity, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
9.7/10
5.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1195:1
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
250 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
460 nits
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$1,300
$455
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) has a price of $1,300 and the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) costs $455.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) and the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) compare to other monitors
"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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