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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're looking for a larger screen with higher resolution for tasks like digital photo editing or enjoying a more immersive gaming and media experience, the Gigabyte M32Q might suit you. However, if you're into competitive gaming, where speed and responsiveness are key, you'll appreciate the ViewSonic XG2431's higher refresh rates and lower response times, despite its smaller size and lower resolution. The Gigabyte is pricier, so if budget is a concern, consider whether the larger size and higher resolution are worth the extra cost to you. Remember, neither of these monitors is ideal if you're looking for top-notch HDR gaming and media consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS)
- Very good response time
Advantages of the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS)
- Very good refresh rate
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
4.7
6.9
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
6.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
7.5 ms
20 - 170 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
333 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$455
$245
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) has a price of $455 and the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) costs $245.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8
5.8
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1195:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
333 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
460 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
87.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
78.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Productivity
5.0
5.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
93 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are both poor for productivity.
Media Consumption
5.5
5.4
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
1195:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
333 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
460 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are both poor for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) | ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$455 | $245 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 32" | 24" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 170Hz | 240Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1195:1 | 900:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 333 nits | 343 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 460 nits | 507 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 100.6 % | 99.5 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 6.1 ms | 7.5 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 170 Hz | 20 - 240 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 7.1/10 | 8/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 93 PPI | 93 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 6.3/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 6.3/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 1 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 1 | 0 | |
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Gigabyte M32Q (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | July 2023
"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."
ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS)
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | January 2022
"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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