Review on GIGABYTE M32U-SA: FreeSync Compatible 4K Ultra HD Monitor, 144Hz Refresh Rate, Adaptive Sync, HDMI Connectivity by Dave Kumar

I bought this monitor for $600 which is $200 less than the MSRP and at least $200 less than the competition for 4k 144hz monitors. If you see it at this price and are looking for a 32 inch gaming monitor, buy it now before stocks run out. I didn't want to spend that much, but it's worth every penny. Pros: - 4k at 32" is just perfect (see review below for details) - 144Hz is great for gaming (although 4k requires a good computer or next-gen console). - Vivid IPS panel looks amazing (can't speak for color accuracy but looks amazing IMO) - HDMI 2.1 for next gen consoles (use with x series, it's amazing) - Nice stand (it's out plastic but has good adjustment and very low for a gaming monitor) - USB hub (thought I wouldn't be interested in this but it's actually very useful) - USB-C input (haven't tested it yet but I plan to do it soon as soon as I get the right cable) Cons: - Some backlight bleeding (not very noticeable unless HDR is enabled and most won't use HDR anyway) Neither: - HDR - it exists, but with around 12 dimming zones it's really a personal preference whether to use it or not. I like to use it in light games as it makes the colors a bit brighter, but I don't think I would use it for dark games or movies. It's better than I expected, so it's not exactly a minus, but it's not worth it, but this monitor is for HDR. I was looking for a 32 inch monitor on the market. Using different monitor sizes, I've found that 32 inches is the best place for me to use it on a desktop in terms of screen real estate. At the same time, it's great for casual gaming. If you're competitive, go for 27" and 240Hz, but for the average gamer, 32" is much more exciting. I was ready to buy the Gigabyte M32Q which is essentially the same monitor but with 1440p instead of 4k. It costs about $400, which is about half the price of this no-sale M32U. I actually used a budget 32" 1440p office monitor with a VA panel before I bought it. So I tested 1440p at 32 inches. Then I saw this monitor on sale for $600; It was such a good deal that I did it. I can't go back 4k looks so much better than 1440p at a desktop screen size that's hard to describe. Text is much sharper and the monitor is much more comfortable to use. Now there is some backlight bleeding, but unfortunately that's pretty typical for ips panels and only bothers in HDR mode. In all other circumstances, the monitor looks fantastic. It also looks insane for gaming, although running games at 4k 144fps is extremely difficult, often requiring you to rely on DLSS or run at non-native resolutions (which my X-series usually does). Bottom line: if you need a 32-inch monitor for work and play, get it. You can also get it for 700-750 dollars. It's hard to describe how much better the pixel density is. However, if you want a gaming-only monitor and have less than a next-gen console or rtx 3070, get the m32q. But for those who can afford it and use it properly, this monitor is just great.