If you prioritize a larger screen, higher resolution, and better contrast for immersive media consumption and multitasking, the Gigabyte M32UC would be a good investment, despite its higher cost. However, its VA panel isn't ideal for color-critical work. On the other hand, if you're on a budget and mostly do casual gaming or general productivity tasks, the Lenovo G24-20 offers good performance for its price, with an IPS panel that provides better color accuracy and viewing angles, suitable for photo editing. It's also more suited for fast-paced gaming due to its higher refresh rate, but it has a lower resolution and screen size which might not be as satisfying for media consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M32UC (VA)
Good for casual gaming
Best in class for productivity
Good for media consumption
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Good brightness
Advantages of the Lenovo G24-20 (IPS)
The Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte M32UC (VA).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
7.3/10
5.7/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
2776:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
506 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
85.4 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is good for casual gaming, while the Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.7/10
5.7/10
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
8.7 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 165 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) and Gigabyte M32UC (VA) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
9.6/10
4.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
92 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is best in class for productivity, while the Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.3/10
5.4/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
2776:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
506 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is good for media consumption, while the Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$550
$195
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) has a price of $550 and the Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) costs $195.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and the Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) compare to other monitors
"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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