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Updated April 11, 2024·
The Dell U2723QE with its IPS Black panel is suited for digital photo editing due to its more accurate color reproduction, making it ideal if you prioritize tasks like graphic design or photo work. On the other hand, the Gigabyte M32UC, with its VA panel, offers a higher contrast ratio which results in deeper blacks and is beneficial for enjoying movies or games with darker scenes. For competitive gaming, the Gigabyte's higher refresh rate and variable refresh rate support improve responsiveness and reduce screen tearing. If you're focused on productivity, the Dell offers better text clarity, while the Gigabyte's larger screen size and higher contrast might be preferred for general media consumption. Choose the Dell for color-sensitive work and the Gigabyte for an immersive gaming and media experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell U2723QE (IPS Black)
- The Dell U2723QE (IPS Black) has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte M32UC (VA).
Advantages of the Gigabyte M32UC (VA)
- Good for casual gaming
- Best in class for productivity
- Good refresh rate
- Good brightness
- Good response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.1
7.3
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
160Hz
1978:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
2776:1
341 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
500 nits
415 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
506 nits
97.3 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
85.4 %
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is good for casual gaming, while the Dell U2723QE (IPS Black) is only fair.
Productivity
8.1
9.6
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
162 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is best in class for productivity, while the Dell U2723QE (IPS Black) is very good.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Dell U2723QE (IPS Black) is suitable for digital photo editing while the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
4.9
4.7
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
160Hz
20.7 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.7 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
341 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
500 nits
The Dell U2723QE (IPS Black) and Gigabyte M32UC (VA) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Media Consumption
7.0
7.3
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1978:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
2776:1
341 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
500 nits
415 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
506 nits
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and Dell U2723QE (IPS Black) are both good for media consumption.
Cost
$580
$550
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Dell U2723QE (IPS Black) has a price of $580 and the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) costs $550.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell U2723QE (IPS Black) and Gigabyte M32UC (VA) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell U2723QE (IPS Black) and Gigabyte M32UC (VA) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell U2723QE (IPS Black) and Gigabyte M32UC (VA) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Dell U2723QE (IPS Black) and the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Dell U2723QE (IPS Black) | Gigabyte M32UC (VA) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$580 | $550 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 32" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS Black | VA | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 4 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1978:1 | 2776:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 341 nits | 500 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 415 nits | 506 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 100 % | 95.8 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 20.7 ms | 8.7 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | N/A | 20 - 144 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 5/10 | 7/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 162 PPI | 139 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Semi-Gloss | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 1 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 1 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | December 2022
"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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