The $2,000 Discount - Gigabyte Aorus FI32U Review

[@GamersNexus]

I think you mean YOURS doesn't explode. Mine probably would, if they sent us one. But not because of bad design!

[@WCIIIReiniger]

Gamers Nexus is now stalking all Gigabyte reviews it seems.

[@DeltaBananas]

The dislikes on this video are from Giggle Bit employees

[@TheCzarcastic]

stopppp, they're already deaddddd

[@lucasmancini2]

Your personal radiation of your anti Gigglebit aura is causing this all! YOU are the Problem Steve!!

[@saghwteam]

Tech Jesus be smiting Gigabite products left and right

[@E_Sunbro]

The thumbnail caption is legendary salt lol

[@jrsomethingnumbers9704]

It doesn't explode! Yet... lol

[@DontFollowZim]

I literally LOLed when I saw it.

[@droomagon]

that thumbnail should be recorded in history for future generation, along with GN's 'exploding' investigation

[@eugenijusdolgovas9278]

It's an overdose..

[@AidGum]

Wow it doesn't explode. How shocking.

[@Dudi4PoLFr]

The thumbnail made me laugh so hard, I love that every new Gigabyte product will be testing to check if it will explode or no.

[@quwarq]

But was it properly tested for explodium inside, or just turned on and no boom... yet?

[@goofball1_134]

When I sell my gigabyte GPU on ebay I'll be sure to write an explosion disclaimer lol

[@AidGum]

I think it'll be beating a dead horse at some point.

[@quwarq]

@@AidGum Will it blow up, if beaten?

[@Doobie3010]

Looks like a “cracking” screen.

[@mm-yt8sf]

"it doesn't explode!" "have you tried turning it off and on again?" :-)

[@jasonfullerton7763]

The GN Speedrun showed that the third time is the charm!

[@RAIKON80]

IT

[@JarrodsTech]

Looks like I'm still waiting for the ideal 32" 4K high refresh monitor for both gaming and content creation 😩

[@josipreponj1928]

4k 240Hz coming up in 2023 :). LG is working on it.

[@aromalkrishnana2032]

:)

[@nhansgoofyvideos7581]

But does it explode?

[@yori114]

@@josipreponj1928 its gonna cost 6 kidneys

[@alauzsignal7385]

@@josipreponj1928 I would need at least 2 of those with a 5080/8800XT/Arc Druid to kick out 300fps at 4k.

[@Fee.1]

If it doesn’t blow up I won’t buy it, gigabyte just finished convincing me blowing up is normal

[@tompayne4945]

Heheh. Nice one😁

[@Zzzlol94]

Gigabyte will have this meme haunting them for the next years.

[@NamelessPassenger]

Buying “gigabyte keyboards”: will it explodes? Buying gigabyte cases: will it exxplodes? Buying aorus figures: will it exxxplodes?

[@heyiceman]

Unfortunately their response to the attention means I’m doing a hard pass on Gigabyte for my monitor - they already lost out on a 3080 Ti sale (my last few cards have been Gigabyte) so I’m making sure to vote with my wallet until they take responsibility

[@AidGum]

We'll see if you're right in a couple of years then.

[@MarginalSC]

Yeah, it really blew up

[@Mi2Lethal]

Tim immediately talking as soon as the video started caught me off guard.

[@johnvvoorthuijzen2653]

Now that the 'stache is no longer showing him down, he just goes for it ;)

[@hyperonestarcraft]

You could say that he immediately...blew up :)

[@kamipls6790]

God bless, finally a pc monitor that's not blowing up. Hope u tested its OPP, because I don't live under a fire resistant bridge 🙏

[@Herbertti3]

I look for other brands now. Gigabyte lost all credibility to me with the powersupplies.

[@sahayogshrestha9254]

@@SLACkra what was their reply to gamer nexus..

[@FuburLuck]

@@sahayogshrestha9254 "you tested it wrong"

[@OldDolio312]

exactly what Im lookin for but I guess I'll still hold back and see what else comes out in the 32" 4k 144hz line of things

[@kadj79]

Gigabyte will come out with the M32U soon, which is the cheaper version of this one ( same panel)

[@MaJieMao]

You clearly didn't test this monitor for extended periods of time at high DC, because it will explode then.

[@shirkedance]

Plot Twist: with every 32" monitor, you get 750 Watts PSU free.

[@retrin9856]

I really want more 32" or higher 4k 144hz+ monitor options!

[@jodea6099]

Yeah, with hdr600 ofc

[@Johnny641]

After how Gigabyte is handling the PSU issue with RMA's and lack of a recall I wouldn't touch anything they make with a barge pole.

[@beavatatlan]

Here in Hungary most motherboards I see are from Gigabyte

[@3hukwuma]

and I bought a gigabyte monitor right before the exploding was found out

[@Star_Gazing_Coffee_Lover]

From a "former" Gigabyte fan, I agree.

[@HelloOnepiece]

@@beavatatlan they have the best supply line and thus best prices here, as far as I know

[@odinsplaygrounds]

It doesn't explode? Hard pass. I'm sad Gigabyte introduce booming new features, then remove it in their next product. Should stick with their brand recognition.

[@bovrilla]

When one DOES explode, perhaps their next thumbnail will say "It doesn't always explode!"

[@TheVeratrix]

I thought gigabyte gave a good bang for buck. Or are that just the psu's?

[@recai4326]

They are definitely good and a loud bang

[@Vartazian360]

HDMI 2.1 should be a requirement on all new 4k high refresh monitors so we can play pc and next gen consoles with the same display. Glad to see it included. Manufacturers need to get with it. Finally seems like some are including it now

[@charlesballiet7074]

its mostly that nvidia has not updated its gsync module to 2.1 yet

[@almo29]

After hearing about how they handled the PSU situation I will not buy any Gigabyte proucts for the foreseeable future.

[@tjengawongi9750]

This is exactly what I needed to know, heard some positive things prior to watching the video, but the weak performance in the color accuracy makes me doubt quite a bit, I guess it is definitely worth waiting a little while before the purchasing one of these 32" 4k 144hz monitors

[@beko-cx]

The Colors are Amazing, just test it for yourself before hearing other opinions believe me :)

[@rastkoandonov3301]

I haven't watched Hardware Unboxed videos recently, but who's this guy and what has he done to the mustachioed man?

[@kamipls6790]

They replaced clam brush man with a shaved clone. Science!

[@666Maeglin]

Guess it doesn't have a 850 W powersupply

[@Exyvia]

Real question is do you trust the power brick (or if it's internal).

[@PainterVierax]

@@Exyvia Last time I saw a monitor with an ac/dc external brick, the HDMI standard wasn't even created.

[@Darkswordz]

The search for a good 32" 4K/144 monitor continues. :(

[@renzoarana3018]

What was your decision? have you bought one? :)

[@Darkswordz]

@@renzoarana3018 Still waiting. Every monitor comes close but there's always one shortcoming...too big, curved, not enough local dimming zones, not bright enough, no HDMI 2.1, etc. They always seem to lack one key element. 😢 I wish a manufacturer would make a flat 32" that has EVERYTHING and just price it accordingly. But no one seems to want to tackle that market.

[@renzoarana3018]

@@Darkswordz Yes, but what u dont like about the FI32u? the conrast maybe, the perfect flat 32 is goona be so expensive :O

[@KillaCam4sho]

Still waiting on the PG32UQ 😭

[@jodea6099]

When will they release it?

[@KillaCam4sho]

@@jodea6099 suppose to be sometime in September. It’s already released in China and other regions are taking preorders. Some reviewers are also receiving their review units. So hopefully soon!

[@paris013gr]

You should definitely review the LG 27GN800-B. It has a similar performance to the LG 27GL850 at a way lower price point of less than 300$. It actually gets closer to 250€ in my country. This might be a good competitor to the Gigabyte M27Q.

[@Soundaholic92]

I was waiting for this and 32" 4k 144Hz monitors in general but I'm glad I just bought a 48" C1 instead

[@TheMusicfan189]

I’m really considering this monitor. I’m not overly fussed on the minute little flaws here and there in terms of the performance. Finding a HDMI 2.1 monitor that’s perfect at this price point is next to impossible. I really do prefer 30” over, anything below is a little too small. But I’m glad to see this one holds up. As a console gamer who is just looking for the HDMI 2.1 functionality I hope this will be a sufficient monitor.

[@kundankumarsingh2944]

I want to see the overall champion of 4k 144hz ..... You should compare in one video.. 👍

[@AndySomething]

Loving these 4K monitor reviews recently! Eve Spectrum next?👀

[@markwaynesterling8022]

Whats's the difference between the FI32U & M32U? - The FI32U has ANC 2.0, RGB light and ESS SABRE chip : ) The embedded ESS SABRE chip provides a pure yet powerful sound, resonating classical orchestral sounds or blasts in your virtual warzone. M32U doesn't have Pivot FI32U has Pivot M32U has HDCP FI32U doesn't have HDCP M32U has built in Speakers (3W x2, Stereo / NO MICROPHONE JACK) FI32U doesn't have built in Speakers (MICORPHONE JACK) M32U has 140 watts FI32U has 120 watts M32U doesn't have USB cable Type C FI32U has USB cable Type C included I think thats about it. :)

[@full95one]

hoping you do a M32U video. very interested to see how it compares to the this monitor and the M28U.

[@Cinetyk]

Possibly for end of month: We see a lot of these 4K monitors with refresh rates. However getting high FPS simultaneously with 4K is no easy task, especially while using Ray Tracing. So my question is: could manufacturers produce a say 90Hz max refresh rate monitor with VRR and use those "savings" in order to improve other aspects of the performance (bringing the cumulative deviation and ghosting rates down across the VRR range, and improving color accuracy overall) or even lower costs and selling price? Also cutting their fake HDR support while they're at it, imho. Or is this just not how monitor building works? Thanks.

[@BlazeBluetm35]

Oh my god, I've been waiting for this review.

[@amirulakram964]

Please review the Gigabyte Aorus FV43U next. Thank you

[@Girvo747]

After moving to 4K HFR with the Asus XG27UQ, I’ll never ever go back. I’m stoked to see more competition in this space; if this had existed when I got mine, I would’ve preferred the 32” over my 27”!

[@fredfinks]

i cant go back from 32" (had since 2015, only 60hz though) has to be 16:9. Wdiescreen is 'why is the top missing?' apart from being much less compatible with content. Thing is im after flatscreen 1440p VA high refresh. Either they are crap (theres basically only 1, a bad lg panel), or goddamn curved. 16:9 should NOT be curved

[@Jerome-iwnl]

I hope they release a M32U-P Version with better color accuracy/gamut range like they did with m27q-p

[@inmypaants]

I recently picked up the big brother of this monitor, the FV43U and couldn’t be happier! Looking forward to Tim’s review and more importantly his colour calibration

[@SuperToughnut]

I think I trust these guys the most with their reviews. Smart and thorough.

[@xGamesMasterxHK]

They have are new Firmware F06 ,hope you can test again with Firmware F06

[@deadbc77]

I was happy gaming with this unit ...until I watched Tim's review.

[@tychoid1]

Doesn’t seem like a bad monitor. Just seems like it should be half the cost

[@mikkykyluc5804]

It's still a really good monitor tbh. Like, 32" 4K high refresh is cutting edge, you're living it up my friend! It's just Tim's job as a reviewer to nitpick tiny details that few users would ever notice. It's a good thing, keeps the manufacturer's on their toes! :)

[@renzoarana3018]

what is experience with this baby?

[@MrSpeedyduck]

The way I see it, you can still shed more on the price of this unit is...getting rid of the gamer aesthetic of the monitor, like LED lighting, simplier chasis, etc.

[@nttea]

how much do you think adding this costs? It's really nothing compared to the total cost of the unit. Personally I'd be prepared to pay extra to get rid of gamer aesthetics and led lightning from all my shit.

[@MichaelAW17]

@@nttea You are right.

[@kanpeki3033]

@@nttea i mean gigabyte has a 28 inch hdmir 2.1 4k for 599... And it performs better than this one thats 1000

[@nttea]

@@kanpeki3033 a lot of factors are involved in unit pricing, in my opinion part of the problem is people overvalue rgb, those who don't care for rgb expect to get a much better deal and when they don't they go and buy the rgb garbage to feel like they didn't get ripped off. This is why we don't have a better selection of non-rgb products for gamers.

[@PaulDickson7]

Is this still a good buy in November 2023?

[@craigrapp9469]

Great review. Will you be reviewing the aorus FV43U?

[@MrLutijen]

Thank you to Tim for reviewing this product. I would suggest that every single future monitor advertised as "HDMI 2.1" needs to be checked for the bandwidth available on those ports. It is so depressing to read the spec of this monitor on Gigabyte's website. It reads in the note: "HDMI 2.1 supports PS5 and Xbox Series X at 4K UHD@120Hz (4:2:0)". What does this mean? Does it mean 4K/120 8-bit 4-2-0 (18 Gbps) or 4K/120 10-bit 4-2-0 (20 Gbps)? Can it process 4K/120 10-bit signal from consoles and GPUs at 18 Gbps? The HDMI spec would not allow this. Does the monitor support TMDS signalling only or FRL too? If it supports FRL, does it support FRL3 only (up to 24 Gbps), FRL4 (up to 32 Gbps), etc.? Tim, could you please, check this with Gigabyte? There has been so much inadequate marketing of HDMI 2.1 features and port speeds.

[@Entity8473]

It won't explode, are you sure? The cumulative deviation of the retail models with your review unit might overshoot that statement.

[@roxy3826]

Love the "IT DOESN'T EXPLODE!" in the thumbnail!

[@danebeee1]

With the aorus fv43u being the same price as this I find it hard to believe many people would pick this over that.

[@HCGonzalezJr87]

The FV43 is trash. I had it for a day and boxed it up for a refund. There was an extreme amount of black level smearing on that display. Any time you moved in game the colors would wash out, horrible for gaming.

[@ynnadk9859]

Why would you get this when there is the Gigabyte M32U ?

[@ChengHorn9]

Thank you for this review! I've been eyeing this one, but after watching this I am more than happy with waiting for something that doesn't have a large pile of little nitpicks at a high price tag.

[@jrlivingspaces]

I really don't know why HU were so down on this panel. The input lag is only 1.5ms slower than the PG279QM which is only $100 cheaper than this panel. The GTG response times were fairly strong as well ranking up in the top 5 or at least 10. What gives??

[@jrlivingspaces]

I mean i guess when compared to the cheaper Gigabyte M28 but still thats 4 inches smaller...

[@AbramSJA]

I'm not sold on 4k in desktop monitors. 1440p 165hz is here, its becoming more affordable and we have GPUs that are powerful enough to drive this resolution and refresh rate. High refresh rate 4k is probably at least another generation away in terms of monitor tech and GPUs that can actually drive it.

[@yohanmestre2203]

You didn't activate security power management that's why it didn't explode

[@bencevarga3508]

“Shaving $2000 off the price” Meanwhile my whole setup (monitor included) cost $1000

[@victormtzc]

EVE Spectrum video please!. I want to feel like my purchase was an stupid purchase or a good one. I am still waiting for it.

[@1989osu]

Just picked one up for $850 from Amazon. Have like 3 months to see if I like it. Coming from using budget 32" 4K monitors for a couple years now.

[@lightsout2763]

And do you like it now?

[@renzoarana3018]

what is experience with this baby?

[@Joshifi3d]

Man you keep tempting me to these 4K high frame rate monitors! I’m super keen for a sub 40” OLED monitor though.

[@Battleneter]

Just like Plasma before it, OLED looks destined to "never" go mainstream for PC's due to ongoing issues with burn in. That said I'd go Ultrawide over this, all day every day.

[@Sour_Mashed]

So of all the monitors youve reviewed, what 32" 4k monitor would you suggest +/- $1500AUD. Keep in mind HDMI 2.1 is a MUST.

[@renzoarana3018]

what monitor have u bought?

[@jiehfeng]

You're telling me this doesn't come with explosive capabilities? Gigabyte is NOT getting my money for this then, the nerve of some companies...

[@KingEdgeHead]

$1,000 for a monitor without HDR600 at least, that's a "lol no" from me.

[@budthecyborg4575]

$1,000 is still close enough to the price of the C1 I would really be hesitant to get a monitor instead of OLED. Latest reports are the LG 42" OLED will be coming next year and coming in a few hundred dollars cheaper than the 55" model (the price on the 48" is still the same as the 55"), so in the next six months this space is going to get a lot more competitive.

[@kingplunger6033]

Burn in for monitor stuff still makes it too risky (much more static task bars etc) and it has like 2 to 3 times the power consumption.

[@vgamedude12]

@@kingplunger6033 those are some shaky ass reasons to pay similar amounts of money for something that is astronomically inferior.

[@PrimeRsoul]

I wish aspect ratios would be included by default when listing screens. I don't mean just here, but in general.

[@PainterVierax]

When they test ultrawide monitors the info is provided so just assume that no info equals 16/9 ratio.

[@PrimeRsoul]

@@PainterVierax I guess you missed the second sentence. FYI: There are more than two aspect ratios for monitors.

[@andrebrait]

I'm surprised no one mentioned the HDMI 2.1 being capped on these monitors. It can only do 4k@120Hz with 4:2:0 chroma subsampling. It can only do 4:4:4 with DSC, which the PS5 doesn't support. While you _can_ use DSC on PCs, there will be quality degradation relative to non-DSC and I don't like calling it an HDMI 2.1 monitor if it doesn't support the full bandwidth of HDMI 2.1.

[@MrChomiq]

M32U is the likely candidate to deliver the optimal price/perf ratio.

[@james2042]

I had a gigabyte 990fx mobo that exploded back in 2013. Exploding hardware for them is nothing new

[@coldy5456]

i like how our baseline for gigabyte anything has become it doesnt go boom so its kinda okay

[@opensourcedev22]

Wow , look at those colors! Just exploding right out of the screen

[@Teddi87]

Hi Tim, I noticed the GN950 best overdrive mode has been changed in the latest graphs and comparisons? In the original review you mentioned that the best and default overdrive mode of this monitor is the (fast) mode with a 4ms response time, but in the latest it seems like you are representing it with the over drive (off) setting at 6ms, hope you can give some clarity for this maybe I'm just misunderstanding something. Thanks for all your hard work mate.

[@personalizethis7905]

He hates LG. No matter what he says there will be always be a bias here.

[@skacjy]

I'm not sure if related but I noticed that in the original review, it was at 144Hz and was change to 160hz somewhere down the line. I'm guessing that after the firmware update to 160hz, the best overdrive at that refresh rate is at 'off'.

[@PeteTheL337]

Thanks for the review. Was looking forward to this monitor... not so much anymore.. It's incredible that in 2021 there is still being released premium monitors with horrible pixel response times.

[@vgamedude12]

A 1000 dollar monitor with no hdr, 900:1 contrast ratio, mediocre response times too. This thing is a joke

[@FreshJ1v3]

I'll pass on this one, thanks for the heads up. This looks like poor attention to detail attenuated by the exploding PSU's Gigabyte is slinging, I'll probably pass on all of their products. Maybe it doesn't explode, but if there is a problem with it I certainly don't trust Gigabyte to let me know. Hardly the first company to do shady shit, but someone has to look out for the consumer. Thanks again, cheers!

[@recai4326]

I approve this kind of standpoint

[@chriskerwin3904]

Acer makes the same panel and its probably what I'll buy

[@DrearierSpider1]

As long as they don't explode 💥

[@Co0lbot]

Just saw a Cigna health insurance ad on youtube playing the same intro song. Only reason why I am here

[@wallywest2360]

Apparently the bar is so low all you have to do to sell these days is... 1. Be in stock 2. Don't explode.

[@m3lodeth]

Okay I just noticed the "it doesn't explode" thumbnail after watching. 😂😂😂 Sure still lacks attention given by gigabyte though.

[@yoyigu]

Is this monitor better than the samsung oddysey G70A?

[@false.3D]

I ended up picking this one up for $1050 AUD, given that true HDR at 4k 144hz will cost a kidney from what I understand did I end up getting a decent deal based on this? It's to be used with my RTX3070 I just picked up hoping to play some nice single player games in immersive 4k.

[@renzoarana3018]

what is experience with this baby?

[@false.3D]

@@renzoarana3018 good so far, I wouldn’t say it the biggest buff for monitor quality to provide a technical review but anecdotally it’s doing beautifully for 4k 144hz which was my main price point. As long as you’re not expecting any type of HDR!

[@renzoarana3018]

@@false.3D thank you so much for your valuable comment :D, Im planning to upgrade my FI27QP, between 165hz and 144hz, is the same right?

[@micoolio8239]

Would your recommend this just for gaming, production? It looks like it’s always up there with the top. I can buy for for about 400$?

[@producerevan88]

The stand on the back kinda looks like what I feel crutches might look like if we ever get to a cyberpunk future... strange indeed

[@bfish9700]

Waiting for a 32 4k OLED. I don't exactly feel like I'm slumming it at 1440p.

[@kingplunger6033]

enjoy your burn in

[@donttellmewhattodo9664]

By all your Response Time Performance Comparisons, apparently I should just get an LG C1. Gotta do what I gotta do...

[@PainterVierax]

careful about the cells durability if you plan to use this TV for more than 5 years. oled is still a very disposable tech that ages poorly. Also there are a couple of weaknesses about this product (very low brightness, glossy screen finish, poor color calibration) that can be a no-go depending on your use case.

[@rishadhasan7319]

Waiting For Gigabyte Aorus FI25F Review

[@TheMaw365]

That thing isn't worth $1000. The panel is mediocre at best. They should change the model number to R1P00F. Also did you test it vs Adaptive sync only? Or also against G-SYNC as some of these monitors are G-SYNC ultimate rated with an onboard module

[@nabn3014]

Happily watching this review from my FI32U ;-)

[@TheUnkindness]

I hope you will review the LG 34GP950G soon! I heard it's been available in the US for a few weeks now.

[@bjornna7767]

I really like your humour, the thumbnail alone made me smile, greetings from Germany, keep doing your thing.

[@spychodelics]

The FI32U got a Firmwareupdate - F06 - on 2021/11/09 to reduce input lag.

[@anthonyenglezos2003]

I got the big brother to this monitor... the FV43U at release 4 months ago, and i just returned it coz the backlight completely died. Do not want another one, gonna push for a refund.

[@justanaverageuser6492]

Thank you for the review. Been waiting for you to do this review

[@heyarno]

I like that the thumbnail mentions that it doesn't explode.

[@michaeljemery]

i recently discovered an important consideration in the 27 vs 32 debate. Head and eye tracking devices, including the popular Tobii Eye Tracker 5, only work with monitors up to 27”. So if you want to make the most of flight sims and space sims like Star Citizen, then 27” might be your only option.

[@cmelft2463]

Funny you say that, as i feel 32inch is the minimum size for racing sims.

[@michaeljemery]

@@cmelft2463 That’s the problem though. You now have to choose between head and eye tracking or a larger screen. And the larger the screen, the more likely you’ll need head and eye tracking.

[@donpepe8440]

Finally just what I wanted Just started watching the video so hoping response time and color performance is good

[@BBMorti]

I cant wait to see this screen in a bundle with a PSU

[@tthbeige3332]

Why are there no 16:9 monitors in the 33” to 40” range?

[@moldyshishkabob]

Not informed at all, but if I had to guess, 27" and 31" panels have probably just been standardized for so long that they would need to retool something to make 33" a thing. Currently, "not worth the investment".

[@tthbeige3332]

All I’m saying is there is a big gap in 16:9 display size between 33”- 40”. And it is the biggest gap in display size between 17”- 65” (in inches).

[@edfort5704]

Hopefully they will start making monitors in that range of sizes going forward, especially with 4K high refresh slowly becoming more available. 16:9 at 40inch diagonal in an ergonomic monitor format would be amazing, especially in 4K at high Hz.

[@yountune9799]

Still waiting on the LG 42 inch OLED 120Hz. Maybe it will have Variable refresh rate. Cross my fingers.

[@wraithofsolidarity]

How much extra do you have to pay for exploding panels?

[@fyreblade1262]

Nice review, but why do you use US pricing in Australia?

[@niniorata79]

HI Hardware Unboxed what difference are between M32U and AORUS FI32U ??? I don't know which one to buy of the 2 for 4k gaming.

[@kevindiaz8936]

I can’t wait for you to review the new lg ultragear ultrawide that just came out

[@crasssaa]

Is the M28U really 600 dollars in the US? It is 780 euro over here, making it much closer in pricing to the FI32U as that one is 999 euro.

[@alexaka1]

Sooo if for example this monitor was sold for 800 dollars instead, and called a different letter, it would be a good deal, right? 🤔 I think I just found my new screen (M32U).

[@lakestl5000]

When is the prices of these monitors going to start going down? It just doesn't seem to end