The Best 32-Inch Monitors (2025 Reviews)

So, you want a large monitor for gaming, videos, work, or everyday use, but you’re not sure which model to opt for or what specifications are the right ones for you?

We can help you out with that!

In this buying guide, you’ll find all the best 32-inch monitors currently available as well as everything you need to look out for when purchasing a display of this size!

If you want to view our changelogs for this particular buying guide, you can do so at the end of this article.

Best Budget 32-inch Monitors

Keep in mind that 32″ monitors with 1920×1080 resolution have a rather low pixel-per-inch ratio (pixel density) which causes the picture quality to be pixelated. So, we don’t recommend this combination for regular desktop use.

However, when looking at the screen from a distance, the individual pixels won’t be as noticeable. So, if you just want a big monitor for console gaming, watching videos and similar use, 32″ 1080p monitors can be useful for that.

About The Monitor

The ViewSonic VA3209M is one of the most budget-friendly 32″ 1080p monitors you can get, yet it features an IPS panel for wide viewing angles and a 75Hz refresh rate.

Image Quality

Thanks to its IPS panel, the colors will be consistent across the entire screen, and with the wide 178° viewing angles, the picture won’t change in color, contrast, or brightness when you look at the monitor off-axis.

Further, it has a peak brightness of only 250-nits and a static contrast ratio of 1,200:1, which is standard for a monitor in this price range.

Lastly, the ViewSonic VA3209M has a quick pixel response time speed and low input lag, so it’s great for console gaming as you’ll get no prominent motion blur or perceptible delays.

It supports VRR (variable refresh rate) for tear-free gameplay up to 75Hz, but since it doesn’t have a DisplayPort input, you won’t be able to use VRR with NVIDIA GPUs.

You also get plenty of other useful features, such as Black Stabilization (improves visibility in dark scenes), automatic input switch, aspect ratio control, sharpness adjustment, etc.

Design & Connectivity

The stand of the monitor is tilt-only, but the screen is VESA mount compatible via the 100x100mm pattern.

Connectivity options include HDMI 1.4, VGA, a headphone jack and dual 2.5W integrated speakers.

Alternatives

• LG 32ML600M – a more expensive model with a wider color gamut and ‘fake’ HDR support, but no integrated speakers, VRR or 75Hz
• LG 32SR50F – a more expensive $230 model with built-in smartOS and a remote controller

About The Monitor

If you’d rather have a 32″ 1080p monitor with a curved screen and/or a VA panel, the LG 32MR50C is the most affordable option yet it also has a high 100Hz refresh rate!

Image Quality

The LG 32MR50C uses a VA panel with a steep 1000R curvature for added immersion. Further, it has a high 3,000:1 contrast ratio, which results in noticeably deeper blacks as opposed to that of IPS panels.

However, the LG 32MR50C doesn’t have as wide viewing angles as IPS panels.

The LG 32MR50C has one more advantage though, which is the 100Hz refresh rate that provides you with noticeably smoother motion. In fact, we find that the difference between 100Hz and 60-75Hz is more noticeable than the difference between 100Hz and 144Hz.

It also supports variable refresh rate for tear-free gameplay up to 100Hz, however, since it doesn’t have a DisplayPort input (or HDMI 2.1), VRR only works with AMD Radeon cards.

Design & Connectivity

The stand of the monitor is tilt-only, but the screen is VESA mount compatible via the 100x100mm pattern.

Connectivity options include two HDMI 1.4 ports, VGA and a headphone jack.

Alternatives

You should also consider the Samsung M50D – it’s a 32″ 1080p monitor with a VA panel and built-in smart features. We’ll cover these smart models a bit further down the article.

About The Monitor

4K UHD resolution looks significantly sharper on 32-inch monitors as opposed to 1440p, but it’s also a lot more demanding to drive when it comes to PC gaming.

Image Quality

For most people, 4K resolution is ideal for 32-inch monitors. You get a rich pixel density of 140 PPI, so everything will be crystal-clear, and you’ll have plenty of screen space available!

While some users don’t use any scaling at this pixel density, and others prefer at least a 125% scale, one thing’s for sure, you’ll get clear and vivid details.

Based on an IPS panel, the LG 32UP83A has wide viewing angles for perfect image quality regardless of the angle you’re looking at the screen. It also has a faster pixel response time speed, so you won’t get dark smearing behind fast-moving objects in darker scenes.

A wide color gamut is supported as well with ~95% DCI-P3 (~135% sRGB) gamut coverage, resulting in more saturated and vibrant colors. Other specifications include a 350-nit peak brightness and a 1,000:1 static contrast ratio.

VRR is supported as well with a 40-60Hz range.

Design & Connectivity

The stand of the monitor is sturdy and offers a good range of ergonomics, including up to 110mm height adjustment, -5°/20° tilt, 90° pivot and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility; you cannot swivel to the stand to the left/right.

Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.0 ports, DisplayPort 1.4, USB-C (DP 1.4 Alt Mode, 60W PD), two downstream USB 3.0 ports, a headphone jack and dual 5W integrated speakers.

Alternatives

• Innocn 32C1U – A cheaper 32″ 4K IPS monitor with USB-C 65W PD by Innocn

About The Monitor

If you want a monitor/TV combo, the KTC A32Q8 offers excellent value for money.

Image Quality

The KTC A32Q8 is a 32″ 4K monitor based on a VA panel, delivering a high 3,000:1 static contrast ratio for deep blacks. It has a 250-nit peak brightness, basic HDR10 support and a ~83% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage.

It features Google TV smart OS and comes with a remote controller for responsive navigation.

Check out our in-depth KTC A32Q8 review for more details.

Design & Connectivity

The stand of the monitor is tilt-only, but it’s VESA mount compatible. The monitor also has WiFi and Bluetooth support.

Connectivity options include HDMI 2.0, DP 1.4, a USB-C port with DisplayPort Alternate Mode and 65W Power Delivery, allowing you to charge a compatible laptop, four downstream USB-A ports, a headphone jack and integrated speakers.

Alternatives

• LG 32SQ730S – LG’s smart monitor with WebOS instead of Google TV. It has a height adjustable stand, RJ45 and VRR support, but it can be up to $200 more expensive.
• Samsung M70D – Samsung’s monitor with Tizen OS, can be found on sale for $330 but lacks VRR support
• Samsung M80D – Based on the same panel as the M70D, but features an ergonomic stand and a built-in webcam. Its price goes up to $700 though.
• Samsung M50D – a 32″ smart model with 1920×1080 resolution

Best 32-inch 1440p 144Hz Gaming Monitors

For most gamers, 1440p and 144Hz are the perfect combination.

Here’s why: you get a significant boost in motion clarity and responsiveness thanks to the high refresh rate while 1440p is not nearly as demanding as 4K, but still provides a crisp image quality. 

About The Monitor

The Gigabyte M32QC is the most cost-effective 32″ 1440p high refresh rate gaming monitor with a curved VA panel.

Image Quality

The monitor’s high static contrast ratio of 3,000:1 will still provide you with an appealing picture quality with deep blacks and vivid details. At the same time, its peak brightness of 400-nits will be plenty under normal lighting conditions.

But that’s not all, the M32QC has a wide 94% DCI-P3 color gamut (~125% sRGB), so the colors will be quite vibrant!

When it comes to gaming performance, the Gigabyte M32QC has some noticeable ghosting in dark scenes of fast-paced games, but its high 165Hz refresh rate makes for a responsive gaming experience.

Most gamers, except those who are highly competitive or extremely sensitive to smearing, will find the amount of ghosting tolerable.

AMD FreeSync is supported as well, with some units exhibiting brightness flickering with fluctuating frame rates. Alternatively, you can use the Aim Stabilizer-Sync MBR technology for less motion blur.

Features

Besides FreeSync and MBR, the Gigabyte M32QC offers standard gaming features such as Black Equalizer, pre-calibrated picture presets and custom crosshairs.

It also supports Picture in Picture and Picture by Picture, and the exclusive Dashboard feature, which allows you to display various system parameters (GPU/CPU temperature, fan speed, etc.) on the screen.

Design & Connectivity

The stand of the monitor offers height adjustment up to 100mm, -5°/20° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility while the screen has a steep 1500R curvature.

Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.2, two HDMI 2.0 ports, USB-C (DP Alt Mode, 18W PD), an audio line-out port for headphones or external speakers and a dual-USB 3.0 hub. There’s also a built-in KVM switch.

Alternatives​

• Gigabyte G32QCA – an older version of this monitor without KVM and USB-C, usually goes for the same price
• Gigabyte GS32QC – a newer version, but it has a tilt-only stand and no wide color gamut support yet it goes for the same price when the G32QCA/M32QC are on sale
• Koorui GA01, Acer EI322QURP – more affordable 32″ 1440p high refresh rate curved VA models that can be found for ~$230. They’re good options if you can’t find the Gigabyte M32QC on sale

About The Monitor

Do you prefer flat screens at this screen size? In that case, we recommend the LG 32GN650.

Image Quality

Unlike the Gigabyte M32QC, the LG 32GN650 doesn’t support a wide color gamut, yet it is more expensive, so we are more inclined to recommend the Gigabyte model here as it does offer better value for the money.

Here’s some friendly advice: if you are worried about the screen curvature, be sure to check out how curved monitors look in person before jumping to any conclusions.

Although the curvature isn’t as necessary here as it’s on ultrawide monitors, we actually prefer it on 32″ sized monitors as it does make the viewing experience more immersive.

On the other hand, if you’ve experienced curved screens and would rather stick to flat screens, the LG 32GN650 is an all-around solid display.

It has the standard 100% sRGB color gamut and it’s factory-calibrated, so you’ll get accurate and vibrant colors without over-saturation for sRGB content, which includes most video games and web content anyway.

Next, the monitor has a high contrast ratio of 3,000:1 for deep blacks as well as a decent 350-nit peak brightness.

Features

AMD FreeSync is supported with a 48-165Hz VRR range via DisplayPort and 48-144Hz via HDMI. Some users have also reported brightness flickering when using VRR.

Other useful features include Motion Blur Reduction, Black Stabilizer, customizable crosshairs and various pre-calibrated picture presets. HDR support is available as well, but it’s only software-emulated.

Design & Connectivity

The LG 32GN650 features a robust and versatile design with up to 110mm height adjustment, -5°/15° tilt, 90° pivot and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.

Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.0 ports, DisplayPort 1.4 and a headphone jack.

Alternatives

• LG 32GN600 – the same monitor but with a tilt-only stand and a more affordable price (depending on the sale)

About The Monitor

If you don’t want to deal with dark-level smearing and VRR brightness flickering issues of VA panels, the Gigabyte GS32Q is an excellent yet affordable 32″ 1440p 165Hz (factory-overclockable to 170Hz) IPS gaming monitor.

Image Quality

Based on an IPS panel, the Gigabyte GS32Q offers vivid and consistent colors without over-saturation.

Further, its rapid pixel response time speed will ensure that there’s no prominent ghosting in fast-paced games.

Other specifications are standard for an IPS panel at this price range, including a 300-nit peak brightness, a 1,200:1 static contrast ratio and dithered 10-bit color depth support.

The Gigabyte GS32Q supports AMD FreeSync with a 48-170Hz VRR range with stable G-SYNC Compatible performance. MBR is supported as well for less motion blur, as well as PiP / PbP modes.

Design & Connectivity

The stand of the monitor is tilt-only by -5°/20°, but the screen is VESA mount compatible via the 100x100mm pattern.

Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.0 ports, DisplayPort 1.4 and a headphone jack.

Alternatives

The best part about the Gigabyte GS32Q is the price. It can be found on sale for just $200, which makes it more affordable than even some 32″ 1440p 75Hz – 100Hz IPS models, such as the LG 32QN600 or the LG 32U631A.

• Sceptre E325B-QPN168 – with wide color gamut and ergonomic stand for $250, but it seems to be discontinued
• Gigabyte M32Q – with built-in KVM
• ASUS PG329Q / PG329Q-W – wider Adobe RGB color gamut and DisplayHDR 600 support, but it’s more expensive

Best 32-inch 1440p 240Hz Monitors

Want to future-proof your system with a gaming monitor that has both high resolution and high refresh rate? In this category, we’ll keep you posted about the best 32″ 1440p 240Hz models available.

About The Monitor

With the KTC H32S25E, you get a high 240Hz refresh rate paired with a high contrast ratio.

Image Quality

Thanks to the monitor’s high 2,500 static contrast ratio and a wide 90% DCI-P3 color gamut, you’re getting an immersive image quality with deep blacks and vibrant colors.

But there’s more, what makes the KTC H32S25E so special is, first of all, the rapid 240Hz refresh rate, which may not offer as noticeable improvement over 144Hz as 144Hz does over 60Hz, but the difference is definitely noticeable.

Further, the KTC H32S25E supports VRR up to 240Hz for tear-free gamepaly. Sadly, as is the case with most VA and OLED displays, there’s some brightness flickering in games with fluctuating frame rates.

Other standard gaming features such as custom crosshairs, pre-calibrated picture presets and Black Equalize are available too.

Check out our in-depth KTC H32S25E review for more information.

Design & Connectivity

The design of the monitor includes a steep 1000R curvature which matches the curvature of the human eye for added immersion, though some people might find that the curvature is too aggressive.

The stand is tilt-only, but the screen is VESA mount compatible via the 100x100mm pattern.

Connectivity options include two DisplayPort 1.4 ports, two HDMI 2.0 ports (max 144Hz at 1440p), a headphone jack and a USB hub for service and firmware updates.

Alternatives

Samsung offers a similar gaming monitor, the Odyssey G6, with DisplayHDR 600 and built-in Tizen smartOS, however, it’s a lot more expensive, while the HDR image quality is underwhelming since it lacks FALD.

About The Monitor

If you’d rather have a flat-screen 32″ gaming monitor with 240Hz, look no further than the Titan Army P32A2S2.

Image Quality

You get a wide 97% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, which results in more saturated and vibrant colors. An sRGB emulation mode is available as well with adjustable brightness.

In comparison to the KTC H32S25E, you get more vibrant colors, but a lower contrast ratio and IPS glow, so the viewing experience won’t be as immersive in dark rooms. So, it mainly comes down to personal preference.

VRR is supported via HDMI 2.1 VRR, AMD FreeSync Premium and NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible, and you can expect flawless tear-free performance up to 240FPS.

Other features include Night Vision (improves visibility in darker scenes), various picture presets and custom crosshair overlays.

Check out our full Titan Army P32A2S2 review for more information.

Design & Connectivity

The stand of the monitor is quite sturdy and offers full ergonomic support with up to 95mm height adjustment, -5°/15° tilt, +/- 15° swivel and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.

Connectivity options include two DisplayPort 1.4 inputs, two HDMI 2.1 ports and a headphone jack.

Alternatives

• LG 32GQ950 – a more expensive 32″ 1440p 240Hz gaming monitor with an A-TW polarizer that helps with IPS glow
• Gigabyte Aorus FI32Q-X – another 32″ 1440p 240Hz gaming monitor

Best 32-inch 4K 144Hz Monitors

Got a powerful enough GPU to maintain high frame rates at 4K UHD? The following high-end displays are for you!

About The Monitor

Due to its VA panel, the Gigabyte M32UC is the cheapest 32″ 4K high refresh rate gaming monitor available. So, if you’re not particularly sensitive to some dark-level smearing and screen tearing, it’s a great option for you as you won’t have to deal with the IPS glow and low contrast ratio of the more expensive IPS models.

Image Quality

The Gigabyte M32UC has a high contrast ratio of 3,000:1 and it doesn’t suffer from IPS glow, which makes for deep blacks ideal for content consumption in a dark room.

However, as VA panels don’t have as consistent colors and as wide viewing angles as IPS technology, they’re not ideal for professional color-critical work. You can still get by some basic content creation though.

The monitor has a wide 93% DCI-P3 gamut coverage for vibrant and punchy colors, and there’s an sRGB emulation mode available.

Further, it offers a good peak brightness of 350-nits, so it can get more than bright enough in well-lit rooms. HDR is supported, but it’s far from the true HDR experience due to the lack of local dimming and much higher brightness.

As it’s the case with most VA panel monitors, there’s some trailing noticeable behind fast-moving objects, but mainly in dark scenes. Unless you’re particularly sensitive to this though, it won’t be an issue.

Similarly, when using variable refresh rate, some brightness flickering can be observed in in-game menus, loading screens and at low frame rates when LFC is triggered. The intensity of this issue can vary between different units of the monitor, but it can be ‘fixed’ by disabling variable refresh rate.

The Gigabyte M32UC also supports simultaneous VRR and MBR operation via the Aim Stabilizer Sync technology up to 144FPS. If you overclock the monitor to 160Hz, you cannot use VRR.

Check out our full M32UC review for more details.

Design & Connectivity

The stand of the monitor offers a good range of ergonomics, including up to 100mm height adjustment, -5°/20° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility, while the screen has a steep 1500R curvature for added immersion.

Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, two HDMI 2.1 ports (24 Gbps, DSC), USB-C (DP Alt Mode, 18W PD), a USB 3.0 hub (1 upstream + 3 downstream), a headphone jack, dual 2W built-in speakers and a KVM switch.

Alternatives

• MSI G321CU, MSI MAG321CUP – similar monitor based on the same panel, but it has a tilt-only stand and no KVM or USB ports
• Acer Nitro XV322QK V, ASUS VG32UQA1A – flat-screen 32″ 4K 144Hz VA gaming monitors

About The Monitor

If you don’t want to deal with VA’s dark level smearing and VRR brightness flickering, the MSI MAG323UPF is the cheapest 32″ 4K high refresh rate gaming monitor with an IPS panel.

Image Quality

Thanks to its IPS panel, the MSI MAG323UPF provides you with a fast pixel response time speed for no smearing in fast-paced games. You also get smooth VRR performance for tear-free gameplay up to 160FPS and wider viewing angles. When using VRR, some overshoot can be noticeable at low frame rates, but it’s tolerable.

However, you won’t get as deep blacks as that of the Gigabyte M32UC due to the lower 1,000:1 static contrast ratio.

If you want to have both: fast response times and a high contrast ratio, you’ll have to invest in an OLED or mini LED display.

The MSI MAG323UPF has a high peak brightness of 400-nits (600-nits for HDR with mere 16 dimming zones) and a wide 95% DCI-P3 color gamut.

It also offers plenty of features, such as MPRT-Sync, crosshair overlays, on-screen timers, a refresh rate tracker, PiP/PbP, Night Vision, etc.

Design & Connectivity

The stand is robust and fairly ergonomic with up to 100mm height adjustment, -5°/20° tilt, +/- 45° swivel and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.

Connectivity options include USB-C (DP 1.4 Alt Mode, 90W PD), DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, two HDMI 2.1 ports, a USB 2.0 hub (3 downstream + 1 upstream) and a headphone jack.

Alternatives

• MSI MPG321UR-QD – a 32″ 4K 144Hz model with full Adobe RGB color gamut and HDR-600. It also has built-in KVM and it’s the most cost-effective 32″ 4K IPS monitor for color-critical work involving the Adobe RGB color space. However, it’s at least $100 more expensive than the MAG323UPF – at that price range (~$700), you can find mini LED displays with proper HDR image quality, such as the Innocn 32M2V.
• LG 32GR93U – a 32″ 4K 144Hz IPS model that can be found on sale for $530
• LG 32GQ950 – a 32″ 4K 160Hz IPS model with 1ms GtG, a high 1,000-nit peak brightness, wide 98% DCI-P3 color gamut and an A-TW polarizer that helps with IPS glow; it goes for $850 – $1000. Just like the 32GR93U, it offers poor HDR image quality for the price as it only has 32 dimming zones, and at that price, you can get a mini LED or an OLED display. So, consider these models only if you don’t care about HDR.

Best 32″ HDR Monitors

Want a 32″ monitor a proper HDR support? You’ll need a model with a FALD (full array local dimming) backlight!

About The Monitor

The Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 is one of the best HDR monitors available, but it has some flaws that you should be aware of.

Image Quality

The Neo G7 has 1196 zones spread across the entire panel, which can dim the areas of the screen that are supposed to be dark. As a result, you simultaneously get deep blacks and bright whites.

In some demanding scenes (fireworks, stars in the night sky, etc.), blooming will be noticeable as the light from illuminated objects bleed into the surrounding dimmed zones, but this is an expected drawback of this technology.

The Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 also has a high native contrast ratio of around 4,000:1, a high peak brightness of up to 1,200-nits, a wide 95% DCI-P3 color gamut and a rapid 1ms GtG pixel response time speed.

Sadly, the Neo G7 has a lower peak brightness for large APLs (300-nits for 100% APL, 550-nits for 50% APL), whereas most mini LED displays can maintain their 1000-nits+ brightness for those larger APLs. So, it won’t be as bright as most mini LED displays, but it’s also more affordable.

It supports VRR and MBR (not at the same time) up to 165Hz. Some units might have noticeable brightness flickering, in which case you can use the VRR Control option to prevent it (though this can increase input lag a bit and add micro-stutter).

Besides the inferior VRR performance, the Neo G7 also doesn’t have quite as wide viewing angles and consistent colors as IPS monitors, so it’s not ideal for professional color-critical work.

Check out our full Samsung Neo G7 review for more information.

Design & Connectivity

The stand of the monitor offers height adjustment up to 120mm, +/- 15° swivel, +/- 90° pivot, -9­­°/13° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.

Just like the Odyssey G7, the Neo G7 has an aggressive 1000R screen curvature that won’t appeal to many users.

Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, two HDMI 2.1 ports (40 Gbps, DSC), a headphone jack and a dual-USB 3.0 hub.

Alternatives

There’s also the Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 model with a higher 240Hz refresh rate, but it’s more expensive and has scanline issues.

About The Monitor

If you’d rather have a flat-screen HDR display, the Innocn 32M2V is for you!

Image Quality

The Innocn 32M2V has an IPS panel and fewer (1152) dimming zones, so you’ll get a lower contrast ratio and more blooming in comparison to the Neo G7.

However, you also get a much wider color gamut with 99% Adobe RGB and 99% DCI-P3 coverage for more vibrant, accurate and consistent colors with 178° wide viewing angles.

Further, the Innocn 32M2V has a fast pixel response time speed and offers smoother VRR performance up to 144FPS! Sadly, there’s occasional flickering when using VRR and local dimming at the same time.

Check out our full Innocn 32M2V review for more information.

Design & Connectivity

The stand is sturdy and offers height adjustment up to 80mm, +/- 25° swivel, -5°/20° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.

Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.1 ports with full 48 Gbps bandwidth, DP 1.4 with DSC, USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 90W PD, two 5W built-in speakers, a headphone jack and a dual-USB 3.0 hub.

Alternatives

• Innocn 32A6V – the same monitor with a darker design

About The Monitor

If you want a premium 32″ 4K 144Hz mini LED gaming monitor, we recommend the BenQ EX321UX.

Image Quality

Just like the Innocn 32M2V, the BenQ EX321UX has an 1152-zone mini LED FALD backlight with a wide 99% Adobe RGB and DCI-P3 color gamut.

However, it has a premium build quality, a joystick for OSD navigation instead of clunky buttons, as well as a remote controller, a better 3-year warranty and it doesn’t have any flickering issues when using local dimming and VRR at the same time.

For more information, be sure to check out our detailed BenQ EX321UX review.

Design & Connectivty

The stand of the monitor is sturdy and offers height adjustment up to 100mm, -5°/20° tilt, +/- 15° swivel and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.

Connectivity options include DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR10), three HDMI 2.1 ports with 48 Gbps (one with eARC), USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 65W PD, a headphone jack and a USB hub (three USB-A 3.0 and two USB-C ports).

Alternatives

• Acer Predator X32FP / ASUS PG32UQXR – go for around the same price yet have fewer dimming zones (576)
• ViewSonic XG321UG / ASUS PG32UQX – 1152 dimming zones with the G-SYNC Ultimate module, but they go for ~$2,000 and have a slower response time speed and no HDMI 2.1

About The Monitor

The MSI MPG 321URX is currently the best 32″ gaming monitor available!

Image Quality

Thanks to its OLED panel with self-emissive pixels, the MSI MPG 321URX provides you with an infinite contrast ratio as individual pixels can completely turn off to display true blacks.

On top of that, you get an exceptional 99.3% DCI-P3 gamut for vibrant colors and instantaneous pixel response time speed for zero ghosting in fast-paced games, as well as buttery-smooth VRR performance up to 240FPS.

While OLED displays can’t get as bright as some mini LED monitors, you still get a decent brightness performance with 250-nits peak for a 100% white window and up to 1,000-nits for small HDR highlights.

The monitor is also factory calibrated at Delta E < 2 for both sRGB and DCI-P3 modes and offers standard gaming features, such as Night Vision, crosshair overlays, etc.

Check out our full MSI MPG 321URX review for more details.

Design & Connectivity

The stand of the monitor is sturdy and offers a good range of ergonomics, including up to 110mm height adjustment, -5°/15° tilt, +/- 30° swivel, +/- 10° pivot for balancing and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.

It has a heatsink for cooling and a semi-glossy screen finish for a more vivid image, but it’s reflective and raises the black level when hit with direct lighting.

Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, two HDMI 2.1 ports with full 48 Gbps and CEC support, USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 90W Power Delivery, a dual-USB 2.0 hub (2 downstream + 1 upstream type B), a headphone jack and built-in KVM functionality.

Alternatives

The MSI MPG 321URX is the most affordable 32″ 4K 240Hz QD-OLED model in the US, going for just $950. However, in other regions, the following alternatives might be cheaper.

	Dell AW3225QF	MSI 321CURX	ASUS PG32UCDM	Samsung G80SD	Gigabyte FO32U2	Gigabyte FO32U2P	MSI 321URX	MSI 321UPX	HP Omen Transcend 32
Screen	Glossy (Curved)	Glossy (Curved)	Glossy	Matte	Glossy	Glossy	Glossy	Glossy	Glossy
Video Ports	DP 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.1	DP 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.1, USB-C 98W	DP 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.1, USB-C 90W	DP 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.1	DP 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.1, USB-C 18W	DP 2.1, mini-DP 2.1, 2x HDMI 2.1, USB-C 65W	DP 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.1, USB-C 90W	DP 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.1, USB-C 15W	DP 2.1, 2x HDMI 2.1, USB-C 140W
Other Ports	3x USB-A, USB-B, USB-C	2x USB-A, USB-B	3x USB-A USB-B, HP, SPDIF	2x USB-A, USB-B	2x USB-A, USB-B, HP, Mic, 2x5W	2x USB-A, USB-B, HP, Mic, 2x5W	2x USB-A, USB-B, HP	HP	3x USB-A, 2x USB-C, HP, 4x3W
Dolby Vision	Yes	No	Yes	No	No	No	No	No	Yes
KVM	No	Yes	Yes	No	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	Yes
Cooling	Active	Passive	Passive	Passive	Passive	Passive	Passive	Passive	Active
Burn-in warranty	3 years	3 years	3 years	3 years	3 years	3 years	3 years	3 years	3 years
Price (MSRP)	$1200	$850	$1300	$1300	$1100	$1200	$900	$800	$1,300

MSI also offers the MSI MPG 321URXW with white design and the MSI MPG 322URX with DisplayPort 2.1 (80 Gbps).

Note that there are also cheaper 32″ 4K 165Hz QD-OLED models, such as the MSI MGA 321UP.

In 2024, other manufacturers are going to release various 32″ 4K 240Hz QD-OLED flat-screen models as well. Check out our OLED monitors article for more details.

About The Monitor

If you want a 32″ 4K 240Hz OLED gaming monitor with a 1080p 480Hz Dual Mode, you should consider the ASUS PG32UCDP!

Image Quality

The ASUS PG32UCDP has a feature that can switch between 4K 240Hz and 1080p 480Hz modes in a few seconds!

Naturally, because the monitor is displaying a non-native resolution, 1920×1080 will be a bit blurry on the 31.5″ sized display, but if you push the monitor a bit further, it won’t be that noticeable in games and videos, while 480Hz provides you with incredible motion clarity!

It uses a W-OLED panel with a new subpixel layout, so there’s no fringing on small text and fine details like it’s the case with previous-gen W-OLED panels.

You also get improved brightness performance with up to 275-nits for 100% APL and up to 1300-nits for < 3% APL. Samsung’s QD-OLED panels still have a wider color gamut and higher color volume, so they have a higher perceived brightness.

Regardless, the colors are vibrant on the ASUS PG32UCDP thanks to its wide 98.5% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage. The monitor also supports true 10-bit color depth, has 178° wide viewing angles and a calibrated sRGB emulation mode.

Other features include VRR up to 240Hz, Shadow Boost, a refresh rate tracker, ELMB up to 120Hz and crosshair overlays.

Check out our full ASUS PG32UCDP review for more details.

Design & Connectivity

The stand of the monitor offers height adjustment up to 110mm, +/- 15° swivel, -5°/20° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility. The screen has a matte anti-glare coating that adds a bit of graininess to the image (mainly noticeable on solid colors), but efficiently prevents reflections.

Connectivity options include DP 1.4 with DSC, two HDMI 2.1 ports with full 48 Gbps bandwidth, USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 90W PD, three downstream USB-A 3.0 ports, a headphone jack and SPDIF.

Alternatives

• LG 32GS95UE – LG’s model based on the same panel, however, it doesn’t have USB-C, KVM or ELMB. Moreover, its burn-in warranty is only 2 years

Best 32″ Professional Monitors

Need a monitor for photo/video editing or similar work and want a 32″ sized screen? Here are the best models available.

About The Monitor

If you just want a 32″ monitor for basic sRGB color-critical work, consider getting the LG 32UP83A we mentioned along with a colorimeter, such as the SpyderX Pro, to calibrate and profile the monitor yourself for ~$400 in total, which is the most cost-effective solution.

However, if you want wider DCI-P3 gamut coverage as well as some additional features, the LG 32BQ85U is an excellent choice for $600 – $650.

Image Quality

To start with, the LG 32BQ85U uses a Nano IPS Black panel, which provides you with a 2,000:1 static contrast ratio.

As a result, you get deeper blacks in comparison to the standard 1,000:1 contrast ratio of most IPS panels, while keeping the 178° wide viewing angles and excellent image consistency.

Next, you get a wide 98% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage with an sRGB emulation mode, factory calibration and basic DisplayHDR 400 support.

The LG 32BQ85U also supports variable refresh rate with a 40-60Hz dynamic range, Black Stabilizer and Dual Controller (an application that works as a KVM switch if both devices are connected to the same network).

Design & Connectivity

The stand of the monitor offers height adjustment up to 110mm, 90° pivot, -5°/20° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.

Connectivity options are abundant and include DisplayPort 1.2, two HDMI 2.0 ports, USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 90W PD, two USB ports, a headphone jack and dual 5W built-in speakers.

Alternatives

In case the LG 32BQ85U is not available, check out the Dell U3223QE (KVM, RJ45, DP-output), the Dell U3223QZ (same as the QE + a built-in webcam) and the LG 32UQ85R (A-TW polarizer that reduces IPS glow) as alternatives. They use the same panel with a bit different features, but the 32BQ85U is usually the cheapest and offers the best value for money.

If you want a 32″ monitor with Adobe RGB color gamut for print work, the BenQ SW321C is the best model available, though it’s quite expensive.

As an alternative, we recommend trying to get the Lenovo P32u-10 (it might be discontinued) or a 32″ 4K 144Hz gaming monitor, such as the Innocn 32M2V, the Acer X32FP or the MSI MPG321UR-QD with Adobe RGB gamut coverage and pairing it with a colorimeter for manual calibration. Another option is the OLED monitor we’ll get into next.

About The Monitor

The Innocn 32Q1U offers exceptional image quality and accuracy at a reasonable price. So, if you don’t need a high refresh rate and gaming features, it will suit you very well.

Image Quality

OLED panels have an infinite contrast ratio as each pixel can individually turn off and provide you with true blacks without any haloing or backlight blooming.

They can’t get quite as bright as some LED-backlit displays, but the Innocn 32Q1U has a respectable 540-nit peak brightness for small HDR highlights and up to ~250-nits for a 100% white window.

Additionally, unlike LG’s W-OLED and Samsung’s QD-OLED panels with peculiar subpixel layouts, the JOLED panel of the Innocn 32Q1U uses the standard RGB layout for sharp text and fine details without fringing.

Besides the infinite contrast ratio and excellent brightness levels, the Innocn 32Q1U also has an impressive color gamut with 99% Adobe RGB and DCI-P3 coverage, as well as an impeccable Delta E < 1 factory calibration. You also get true 10-bit color depth for smooth gradients without banding.

It doesn’t support variable refresh rate, but you’ll find all the standard image adjustment tools in the OSD menu, as well as PiP/PbP support.

The main downside of OLED panels is the risk of burn-in, but if you’re using the monitor sensible, it shouldn’t be an issue.

Design & Connectivity

The monitor offers height adjustment up to 120mm, +/- 30° swivel, -5°/15° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.

Connectivity options include two USB-C ports with DP Alt Mode and 90W Power Delivery (45W if using both ports) and an additional USB-C port for audio (a USB-C to 3.5mm jack is provided).

Alternatives

• LG 32EP950, 32BP95E – LG’s models based on the same (or similar panel), but they have been discontinued
• ASUS PA32DC – ASUS’ model with built-in calibration, shading hood and more premium features, but it’s significantly more expensive ($3,000+)
• ASUS PA32DCM – ASUS’ upcoming model with Thunderbolt 4 and even higher brightness; though there’s no word on pricing and availability yet

You might also be interested in the Dell UltraSharp U3224KB with a 6K (6144×3456) resolution or the Apple Pro Display XDR (6016×3384).

While these displays do offer an exceptionally sharp image quality with ~220 PPI (pixels per inch), they are too expensive; Dell’s model with a Nano IPS Black panel goes for $2500, while Apple’s IPS monitor goes for $5000 – $7000 (depending on the glass finish).

The main issue is that the Pro Display XDR has only 576 dimming zones, which doesn’t have a good enough backlight control for professional HDR editing, while the Dell U3224KB only has a 600-nit peak brightness.

So, while you may consider these displays due to their high resolution and other features, keep in mind that they’re mainly niche luxury products with poor value for the money.

Conclusion

If you’re still not sure which 32-inch monitor is perfect for you, leave us a comment below, and we’ll gladly help you out! 

All in all, unless you’re on a tight budget, we recommend investing in one of the 1440p models as 1080p really looks pixelated on 32″ monitors.

This is why we recommend the Gigabyte M32QC as the best budget/value model. If you just want a cheap 1080p display, you should get the LG 32MR50C.

The KTC H32S25E and the Titan Army P32A2S2 kick it up a notch further, but at a higher price, so consider them only if you have a powerful enough PC rig to put them to good use.

As for the 4K models, both the MSI MAG323UPF and M32UC are excellent SDR displays, but you might want to consider saving up a bit more for a proper HDR monitor.

For HDR, we recommend the MSI MPG 321URX, Samsung Neo G7 and the Innocn 32M2V, depending on your panel technology preference. For color-critical work, the LG 32BQ85U and the Innocn 32Q1U are both great picks – it again boils down to your panel preference.