27 Or 32 Inch 1440p Monitor

~32″ '4K' UHD vs 27″ 1440p vs. ~32″ 1440p

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Oct 9, 2021 at eleven:54 am #66439

PCM2

Whilst some of the content our reviews contain are quite product-specific, a lot of it applies more broadly. A adept case of this is the 'experience' department independent on some reviews which explores aspects such equally the screen size, resolution and curve and how that can influence the viewing experience. The image below is taken from our review of the ASUS PG32UQX, showing it beside the Gigabyte AORUS FI27Q-Ten. So 32″ '4K' UHD (3840 x 2160) vs. 27″ WQHD or 1440p (2560 ten 1440). The image doesn't give you an appreciation of the pixel density, which is noticeably superior for the UHD model (137.68 vs. 108.79 PPI). As explored in the linked section of the review, this invites a proficient dose of extra detail and clarity to text and suitably high resolution image content (including games). But it does requite yous an idea of the relative size departure between a 27″ xvi:9 screen and 32″ xvi:9 screen, whilst also giving an indication of the level of 'desktop real-estate' and multi-tasking potential offered past both solutions. 27″ WQHD is good in that respect, but 32″ '4K' has a lot of actress potential.

The paradigm beneath is taken from our review of the Corsair XENOEN 32QHD165. Showing this 32″ WQHD model beside the 27″ WQHD Gigabyte. This again highlights the size difference and gives an idea of the relative size of elements on each screen without scaling being employed. Again, you lot tin can't capeesh the pixel density differences from the paradigm – but they're explored in the review. As noted there: "a 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) resolution and 32" screen size, yielding a pixel density of 91.79 PPI (Pixels Per Inch). This is vastly lower than a 32" '4K' UHD model (163.xviii PPI) and somewhat lower than a 27" WQHD model (108.79 PPI). This means the potential clarity and detail isn't as high as these tighter pixel densities, with the gap betwixt this screen and a UHD screen of a similar size being particularly large. The pixel density of this model is similar to a 24" Full Hd model, though, which is a level many are quite comfy with. Whilst it won't match the sharpness or clarity and detail potential of a significantly tighter pixel density, it'south by no means a poor pixel density. It's a level which many users are quite comfortable with."

Both pieces also stress that we found the larger screen size very pleasant in terms of the immersion it offered from our preferred viewing distance (70cm- 80cm typically), without feeling overwhelming. And gives you good flexibility to sit a chip further dorsum from the screen without it feeling as small-scale as a 27″ screen would. Screen size and how people find it from a given viewing distance is a very personal thing, however. When I first used 32″ screens I found them to be pretty huge and at first slightly overwhelming, but I found I readily adapted. Now I think very little of information technology when I use a screen of this size. Likewise, I will find 27″ noticeably atomic if I've come up from a 32″, merely I'll before long get more used to it. It'll still feel smaller in comparison, but not to the extent it did when first switching.

October 14, 2021 at 7:16 pm #66460

zeedog

Long time reader, today finally decided to register.

Then yesterday received gigabyte m32q monitor. I will exist using it every bit my primary screen mainly for office work and some occasional gaming. Previously I was using dell 2518d equally my principal monitor, from today I will requite this monitor to my girlfriend for her stuff.

Some initial impressions near gigabyte monitor afterward one day usage:

– This is very personal merely in my eyes stand is horrible. I mean from the size and aesthetics point of view. My table is 160×80 cm, then not a small 1 but stand up takes a lot of space on that table. Also the shape of information technology is strange, I would call back dissimilar shape would end into smaller footprint. Nevertheless it does the function, is sturdy and robust but I do non believe anybody above 30 years old would want to show this monitor with this stand to his friends 🙂 I will change it to different one.

– Lower pixel density is noticeable. Every bit I said I was using Dell 2518D which is 25 inches with the same resolution equally M32Q and Windows OS in general looks sharper on Dell screen. I notice the difference. I would say this what you tin can accept and is besides very personal. In my example software which I use on daily base does non scale that well on 4k so paying additional 200€ is a merchandise-off that I am willing to accept.

– I am using Lenovo docking station and with hdmi connection 1/3 of the screen is flickering and tearing constantly. Changed to DP and outcome is gone. My gut feeling says this is more of a trouble of my docking station though with Dell did not accept this issue. Did not explore in more than details what is causing this problem. Also I continued M32Q monitor USB input port to docking station to have USB hub on it just if I turn off monitor completely and showtime PC once once again USB hub on monitor does non work. I need to reconnect physically USB cablevision to solve this effect. I would say this is a fleck abrasive every bit I am using wireless keyboard and mouse that have their own usb dongles and it is quite neat visually to hide these dongles somewhere on my monitor. Again this could be docking station result simply on Dell I did non have this problem.

– If I compare M32Q screen to my Dell I feel colours on gigabyte has some yellow tint. Information technology is very subtle but I think I see it. Of form this could be in my caput and equally I do not have any professional colour accuracy equipment I am not sure about this. Only in my personal opinion colours on Dell await slightly more natural and more truthful or perchance I am used to that color scheme much more than.

-Power LED constantly blinks when my PC is turned off. I practice non know how to turn information technology off. Ok, I can turn off monitor completely but why information technology does non plow off after some time I do not know. Once once again I am comparing to Dell but this monitor turns off after some time. I am nitpicking here but that LED is very brilliant and if you have this monitor in your sleeping room you could go annoyed. Also in this menstruum of fourth dimension yous would ask why non to save some power? Maybe there is some setting in OSD simply did non explore in details all the same..

In general I am quite happy with information technology though it is non perfect. Just in this business concern it is always a trade-off. Personally I do not feel confident of paying additional 200-300 euros for some slight improvements and for major improvements I would need to get into 4 digits zone which I experience is outrageous for the monitor.

If would need to rate picture quality of M32Q I would give vii from 10 where to Dell 2518D I would requite 8 and to my Tv set Samsung Q85R I would give 9.

Oct 14, 2021 at 7:30 pm #66463

PCM2

Hi zeedog,

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the M32Q and adding an interesting bending to this thread with some thoughts on pixel density compared to the U2518D. The comparison there is between the 117.49 PPI of the 25″ WQHD Dell and 93.24 PPI of the 31.five″ WQHD Gigabyte. With respect to color temperature differences, y'all could have go used to the Dell which could potentially be set to a significantly libation white point. So unless information technology's calibrated, it's best not to utilize that every bit a reference – and y'all stated it isn't. Yous can adjust the color channels of the Gigabyte, specifically reducing the reddish channel a bit and also reducing the green aqueduct a picayune less and this may offset the warm yellowish cast yous may be observing. The backlight is spectrally very different to the Dell, too, so even if they're calibrated to the same white indicate some natural variance tin can be expected. The docking station is almost certainly causing flickering issues – the bandwidth requirements for the Gigabyte are much higher than for the Dell and probable across its capabilities.

I concur with yous completely nearly the stand up – I'm non a fan of it either. The kickoff model I used with the same pattern was the G32QC and I made a flake of a fuss almost it in that review. It'due south basic, it gets the task done – but the base of operations seems obnoxiously sized and being rather hollow-feeling plastic hardly adds a premium feel to the screen. The G32QC I reviewed besides had a cleaved stand attachment point, which didn't actually aid the overall feel of solidity. 😉 I agree with your thoughts on the M32Q still existence a relatively good value for money suggestion – it's one of the most attractively priced models with the characteristic set. Compared to the U2518D information technology has advantages in terms of having a more than generous color gamut, potentially improved viewing condolement (Eyesafe certified with less energetic blueish top), it'southward much larger and has a significantly higher refresh rate with superior pixel responsiveness. It'southward priced very well all things considered. I however regard the U2518D as a dainty 60Hz screen, though – and I do personally enjoy that tighter pixel density as well. I'd really quite like to run across high refresh rate gaming monitors with that size and resolution just the console manufacturers don't seem interested. The feel isn't dramatically unlike to a 27″ WQHD screen, I suppose, and at that place are plenty of those available.

February 8, 2022 at 8:17 am #67422

phie

Just for info: In the meanwhile I received the XB273U GX and I compared it to the XB323U GP. Actually, the overall picture quality is exactly the aforementioned and I (my friend too!) do find the sharpness of the 32 inch comparable with the 27 inch, of form the text is sharper on the 27 inch. Anyhow I would never become back to a smaller monitor, 32 inch is such a wonderful immersive experience and the Windows UI is finally big enough (again)!
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