Is the Gigabyte G32QC-A the BEST cheap 165hz monitor?

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[@davidzam33]

The kind of reviews I'm looking for. To the point and completely touching every aspect that buyers need to know. Thak you for your reviews man. Keep it up!

[@Techspin]

Thanks, we thought about what we want to see in a review, and then tried to do that kind of format. Glad you found it informative! 🙂

[@JahanzaibKhalidz]

Excellent Review

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[@FearlessMagpie]

Hi, what's the difference between G32QC, G32QC-A and M32QC? Their specs seem to be identical. Thank you

[@Techspin]

I think it's just a different panel variant. Please do subscribe!

[@deplacmentpourmeilleurposi1537]

second last model and take G sync

[@SeifSoudani]

Following Samsung’s suspension of LCD production, the panel has been replaced by an alternative VA panel produced by CSOT or AUO. Similar image characteristics are expected, with the updated model designated G32QC A.

[@Techspin]

The G32QC-A is no longer in production AFAIK, only the M32QC. I'm aware of this only because I'm tracking this particular model.

[@driftingbrandonc.6480]

@@Techspin just bought the G32QC-A

[@ThomasPaine01]

Very good review, thanks!

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[@tomaspaimans1070]

great review should I buy the g32qc or the g32qc A ? there is a price diference of about 15 bucks( the non a is a little more expensive )

[@Techspin]

The A version is perfectly fine, with a small contrast bump for the better if I remember correctly. Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@yuuto4468]

@@Techspin Thank you

[@SheranAslam]

Hey i just want to know the power draw. you said maximum is 75w but some website stating 31/35, so it's like the adaptor is capable of delivering 75w but monitor uses around 30-40w! am i right here? please correct me!

[@Techspin]

Yeah that's likely true, we're starting to use our power meter on all devices now, so we can get a better idea of monthly/yearly power usage. We'll implement this for future videos, but the usage figure there seems about right. Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@atFanta]

What’s the difference between this and the G32QC A-SA? The SA is the only one I could find

[@Techspin]

This is the manufacturer being transparent about small panel changes, perhaps in part sourcing. Should have the same specs, and hopefully same kind of panel performance as the review. Check to see if there's any user reviews on this updated model number before you buy! Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@mariuszmazurkiewicz1364]

is there any difference to g32qc? g32qc is no longer available, there are only g32qc-a versions, I don't know if there is any difference between them.

[@Techspin]

I think it's just a different panel variant. Please do subscribe!

[@135commandos]

@@Techspin в qc samsung панель, в модели А стоит AUO или TLC CSOT

[@Techspin]

Not sure exactly, sorry.

[@Majid.bn.Khalid]

HDR does not work in this Monitor i have ps4 pro and the cable 2.0 but still 2160P-YUV420 is not supported

[@Techspin]

Apologies, this monitor supports HDR. This panel is a 1440p, not 4K, and while possibly it may accept a higher-than-spec (4K is 2x bandwidth over 1440p) signal normally, it can't take this higher-higher HDR signal spec. Nor should you expect it to, as it's a monitor and not a TV; they are not quite interchangeable. 😊

[@MrKnifeart]

This came out two years ago so what is out today to replace it?

[@Techspin]

Technically the G32QC came out in 2020 Q3, this is the 2021 version. Due to Covid, many manufacturer's release cycle has been delayed by months up to or more than a year. So far, this is the best we've found that's widely available, but if there's a new monitor that you want us to check out, let us know. Please subscribe!

[@XASMATV.]

hey, since you answer every comment, I'll give a try, any chance you got some good settings for the 1st G32QC??

[@Techspin]

Just better to search results online bud, I generally just use presets with a small warm/cool adjust and brightness as I need.

[@davidzam33]

Cab you use the Creative Pebble V2 on this monitor?

[@Techspin]

The Creative Pebble V2's get audio from the 3.5mm jack, so yes. They are powered by USB, so they could plug into this monitor for power... if you have the upstream USB cable connected to your PC. However, Gigabyte's OSD sidekick is not a great program, and has a feature of disabling common "Ctrl+" commands such as Ctrl+A, select all. But for sound, it'll work. The Creative Pebble V3's add in Bluetooth functionality so that may be more useful for you.

[@awood186]

You had 14x as many bad things to say about this monitor over the 32" LG UltraGear 2560x1440 QHD 165Hz VA HDR10, which you mainly only said the HDR was bad, but yet you recommended this on that video?

[@Techspin]

First, thanks for watching both vids! When we script these videos, we step through testing and generally need to re-write the initial summary section (TLDR) section a few times to really address key features and problems, and for issues, we consider how much those factor in to everyday use. We try to point out issues where we encounter them, nitpick a little, but keep in mind what consumers are likely to experience and either like or dislike about the screen or usability. As for many more bad things to say, the Gigabyte has USB upstream which the LG does not, which sends us into the software rabbit hole, and we get to critique that also, which raises the tally. Both monitors don't have speakers, which is lazy, this Gigabyte model has a slow menu but after initial setup... I haven't really touched the menu since. The dedicated power button is lacking on both, a nice-to-have feature from our Acer 4K monitor review that I miss here. With the LG we also stated the stand is very worrisome, displayninja.com has reports from users on screens equipped with this stand have problems with them breaking... which is a pretty ridiculous problem to have for a monitor. Does the monitor deliver a good experience? Both panels look great out of the box. This G32QC-A promises 350nits, delivers 350nits SDR with HDR hitting 435 peaking 455 nits, and the HDR experience is good for a budget monitor. The LG 32GN600-B promises 350nits but delivers 300. It maxes at 360nits with HDR. The incomplete DCI-P3 gamut on the LG 32GN600-B really hurts the HDR experience too, and they darkened the screen further to create a wider dark to bright contrast for their implementation, which hurts the viewing experience. Not comparing with HDR600/800 or higher obviously, those are in a different league, however a 100nit jump up for HDR is fairly standard in this budget monitor segment at the moment. This Gigabyte delivers what I expected it to do, and the monitor looks great with the possibility to enjoy HDR content for those who want to try that out. The LG is still a great panel, and the feedback we're getting around Black Friday is that it's a super cheap grab, well, those purchasing should know of the issues we found during testing and be aware there are better options available. Money is always king though, get a deal, maybe don't need the 'slightly better'. As we test monitors, we always find ones that deliver more value and features, and tend to recommend those over similarly priced but less featured options. Hope this clears things up? Please subscribe!

[@oldzkr]

@@Techspin NICE DETAILED REPLY I SALUTE YOU

[@awood186]

@@Techspin Amazing response. Thank you for taking the time for giving a great and comprehensive response. Yea the LG is on sale for $200, which seems like a good deal, but if its that lackluster I don't want to waste $200. Gigabyte from my experience always has such slow software I'm always nervous with anything other than their motherboards.

[@Techspin]

Trust me I was surprised as you were that I'm recommending a monitor from Gigabyte! But they put together something really good here. Thanks for the reply 😀

[@awood186]

@@TechspinHave you ever reviewed 27" Dell G2723HN FHD 165Hz IPS FreeSync Monitor?

[@hirokigerardsalas3514]

Would you happen to know how I adjust the color vibrance if the settings isn’t showing it’s highlighted? I’m not able to access it or change the contrast either

[@Techspin]

Believe this is disabled because you turned on HDR. HDR will disable most of these functions on most monitors.

[@Crooked137]

Very good review

[@Techspin]

Cheers thanks! Hope it helped you. Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@lemming-fn3wx]

what's the difference between the G32QC and the G32QC-A?

[@Techspin]

Year update with slight panel change, different software presets like DisplayID that most won't see except if you're trying surround with three monitors

[@lemming-fn3wx]

@@Techspin thanks

[@allenantonio4389]

I like mine a lot, 2 months in

[@shape33]

How do you feel about it 2 years later?

[@allenantonio4389]

@@shape33 Still very good, I am like to upgrade too OELD soon...

[@shape33]

@@allenantonio4389 I have an LG B2, and even though it is entry model TV, OLED is amazing, you won't regret it

[@lavatr8322]

Va Panel ain't good for editing and graphic design right , colour isn't accurate?

[@Techspin]

We tell you in the review. For design work you'd actually be looking in the $800-1000 USD range, and those panels currently aren't high refresh rate. I'd suggest trying out both VA and IPS to see which suits your needs better. Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@DeFacto1991]

Hi is this the same monitor as g32qc? Great review BTW ❤

[@Techspin]

Slightly different panel, but almost identical performance AFAIK. Love to hear the feedback, thank you! Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@RookieCanadianGamer]

mine has had display port issues since new... lost receipt.. ugh. never again gigabyte!

[@Techspin]

What kind of DisplayPort issues? Our model has been fine, but a newer M32QC we just got turns off for a few seconds when we start playing games or media...? Still troubleshooting it actually

[@GravityDAD]

What about for Diablo 4, good monitor ?

[@Techspin]

Should be excellent for both FPS, MMO and RPGs at 1440p, just need to tweak quality levels to match the game. Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@Steven-cr1og]

Does this have hdmi2.1?

[@Techspin]

The panel delivers 165 hertz well over DisplayPort, and 144 over HDMI 2.0 connection with no issues. Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@dockaos924]

I find it's good enough for my usage

[@Techspin]

Beaker! Ahahahahha

[@dockaos924]

@@Techspin he's my go to tech guy 😊

[@axelhopfinger533]

No word on the severe black smearing? Still a pretty decent gaming monitor especially for the price and size.

[@Techspin]

Severe? I got 20/20 vision, not severe at all. There is a little bit, sure, but it certainly isn't bad. Rtings.com also came to the same conclusion I believe, and they have MUCH better test equipment and budget to test hehe. But appreciate the feedback, as always. Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@ubaidimran3876]

Is it hdmi 2.1 or 2.0 I need it for my ps5?

[@Techspin]

If you watch the review fully you'll see it doesn't work for TV timing, only PC timing. It will NOT work for PS5 we're pretty sure, as it did not work for PS4. Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@ziadahmed6671]

In my country it's and samsung g7 the same price what do you recommend? I think gigabyte will be better if I wanted to watch movies because it's 32 and 1500r The samsung is 27 and 1000r So what do you think 🤔 ❤️

[@Techspin]

The Gigabyte panel has slightly better overall brightness performance, and if you're watching movies, the extra screen size will be nice! I'd say go for the Gigabyte this time.

[@sgrdongaming5446]

Should I buy gigabyte G32QC-A or LG 32GN650 ?? and why ??

[@Version-ru1mj]

I would love to see reviewers actually test smearing with every VA panels so we know which one to buy. Bought this, turned out the white text on black blackground and dark scenes in games are prone to black smearing and high overshoot on any overdrive but balanced. Balanced overdrive although will not give sufficient response time. The monitor is bad.

[@Techspin]

As we mentioned, rtings.com has reviews on this and many other panels including the level of smearing and overshoot; they can afford to invest in specialized tools that small YT channels like this one simply can't. The panel is class leading, excelling in many areas including brightness, color reproduction and more, so just because it smears slightly too much for your liking doesn't mean the monitor is bad. I'm using it regularly for Fortnite and it performs extremely well, however your use case may be different. Hope this helps. And please subscribe!

[@G1098-s5s]

@@Techspin do you have some ghostings/trails on your character when you move the camara? iv had this for 2 months its great.

[@Techspin]

It's minimal for this type of panel, barely noticeable for me. Loving this panel also.

[@rodolfotsang4327]

This is VA or IPS? IPS is better

[@sanjeewakanchanaparanahewa5316]

@@Techspin Is this panel made by samsung? do you recommended this one for watching movies & play games?

[@rodolfotsang4327]

Can you do Msi Optix AG321CQR

[@Techspin]

we'll see what we can do. may relaunch with new videos soon... in production for clients recently

[@135commandos]

есть мерцание с G-sync?

[@Techspin]

No G-sync compatibility was listed for this monitor. Please subscribe!

[@iluvmma1152]

2.1 hdmi?

[@Techspin]

Lol no, HDMI 2.0. Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@hamdi5588]

Does it work with the ps5 120 hz 2k?

[@Techspin]

Did you watch the video? We mention in the TLDR that it doesn't work with PS4 /PS5. 😉

[@hamdi5588]

@@Techspin I am sorry (can you give me a good monitor for ps5 120hz ) and 2k

[@tylerman1192]

Can this run 120 hz on the ps5?

[@Techspin]

Should be able to, reports say yes.... Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@HanuGameplays]

is it hdmi 2.1 ?

[@Techspin]

Nope

[@HanuGameplays]

Can you review the cheapest monitor with HDMI 2.1, 144hz and 1440p which should be 27” or above

[@HanuGameplays]

@@Techspin please?

[@Techspin]

@rajnibhatia130 I'll see what I can do. Nothing soon unfortunately...

[@HanuGameplays]

@@Techspin I need it rn literally RN please hurry Thanks 🙏

[@rockeeeygamer4193]

Lg 32 gn 600 or gigabyte g32 which is better for gaming and watching casual movies or Ott

[@deplacmentpourmeilleurposi1537]

lg 32 dont have eye care

[@Techspin]

The Gigabyte 32 inch we reviewed is objectively better due to the nits being higher, though the screen is curved. Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@deplacmentpourmeilleurposi1537]

@@Techspin gigabyte g32 is not screen cuvred nut G32QC yes

[@dariusdumaplin6687]

Hello, is the G32QC better or is this G32QC better? I know you said that the panel is different but i wanna know which one has the better panel and besides that are there any other differences between the two. Thanks and as appreciation i subscribed.

[@Techspin]

The newer -A revision supposedly has slightly better contrast. No other differences that I saw between the two... Thanks for the sub!

[@bigjon8744]

Does this monitor support Display port 2.1? Or only 1.4 because I currently have a hdmi but it locks at 144hz and I need a Display port to get 165 hz and my Gpu only supports 2.1 sockets

[@Techspin]

DP 1.4 only

[@ziadahmed6671]

It or samsung g7 27?

[@Techspin]

Well the Samsung G7 27" is a 240Hz with QLED(?) and RGB accents at $600, vs $270 for the G32QC-A on AmazonUS right now. At double the price, the jump up to 240Hz also requires a stronger GPU to actually hit those framerates. If you're a professional gamer, you may be looking at 240Hz but 165Hz should get the job done for most. Please do subscribe!

[@TeAbdullah]

Support 2k 120fps on ps5?

[@Techspin]

We've heard that 1440p on PS5 is supported, yes. Technically 2K is 2048x1080p, whereas 1440p is 2560x1440p, much larger than 2K. Please subscribe, thanks for your support!

[@IamTheGreatCornholioo]

W H E R E U F O T E S T ? ? ?

[@Techspin]

Guess what?

[@ziadahmed6671]

Is it 4k?

[@Techspin]

0:15 it tells you. Chapter header from 0:00 also tells you. You couldn't watch 15 seconds of the video? 😉 Please subscribe!

[@ziadahmed6671]

@@Techspin sorry I don't understand English very well 😅 OK but is it better or g7 27 For gaming and sometimes movies

[@Techspin]

At the same price, the Samsung has better features. But the panels are different. Check the reviews here: www.rtings.com/monitor/reviews/gigabyte/g32qc www.rtings.com/monitor/reviews/samsung/odyssey-g7-lc32g75t (same panel type used for both 27" and 32") Hope this helps.

[@ziadahmed6671]

@@Techspin I heard that g7 has some issues and has clearly ghosting So what do you think

[@vish5465]

Are you liking it so far? Any dead pixel or turn off issues?

[@Techspin]

It's my main editing monitor, no issues so far. Please subscribe, thanks for your support!