If you prioritize competitive gaming and have a larger budget, the Gigabyte FI32Q-X with its higher refresh rate could enhance your gaming experience. However, if you're looking to save money and still enjoy gaming, the ViewSonic XG2431 offers good performance at a lower price. The Gigabyte has a larger screen and higher resolution which is better for an immersive experience and multitasking, but the ViewSonic might be more suitable for everyday use and productivity due to its sufficient clarity and quality at a significantly lower cost. Neither is particularly suited for high-end HDR gaming or media consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS)
Good brightness
Advantages of the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS)
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS).
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.3/10
6.9/10
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
7.5 ms
48 - 270 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$500
$245
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) has a price of $500 and the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) costs $245.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
5.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
78.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Productivity
4.8/10
5.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) and Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) are both poor for productivity.
Media Consumption
5.4/10
5.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) and Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) are both poor for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) compare to other monitors
"The ViewSonic XG2431 is an excellent gaming monitor, especially when used for HDR content. With top-notch video processing and a responsive 240 Hz on tap, it fulfills the needs of competitive players at an attractive price."
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