If you prioritize competitive gaming and HDR gaming or media consumption with high contrast and color performance, the Asus PG32UCDM is an excellent option despite its higher price. However, if you need a monitor that excels in digital photo editing, HDR video editing, and has better brightness, while saving some money, the MSI MAG 321UPX would be the better choice, although it may not perform as well in competitive gaming due to potential ghosting issues. Both monitors offer great image quality and are suitable for casual gaming and productivity, but the MSI may give you a better value for your money with only a slight compromise in other areas. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED)
The Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) has no clear advantages over the MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED).
Advantages of the MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED)
Best in class brightness
Key differences
Productivity
7.0/10
7.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
140 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) and Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) are both good for productivity, though the MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Cost
$1,300
$900
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) has a price of $1,300 and the MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) costs $900.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
Yes
The Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.8/10
9.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
250 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) and Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Competitive Gaming
6.4/10
6.8/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) and Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) are both only fair for competitive gaming.
Media Consumption
9.7/10
10.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
250 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) and Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) are both best in class for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) and MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PG32UCDM (QD-OLED) and MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
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