Buying Guide
The Best 32 in. Gaming Monitors
Five 32-inch screens, from curved 1440p VA monitors to a 240Hz 4K QD-OLED.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
12 min read5 products evaluated
A 32-inch monitor needs a deeper desk and suits 1440p for mid-range cards or 4K for high-end ones. These five span both.
Every figure comes from the manufacturer listing.
Quick Picks
Which of the 5 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Fastest Refresh
MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLEDThe highest refresh rate here (240Hz).
Best for: Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most.
Check price for MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Best Mini LED Option
Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 32-inch4K at 165Hz with Mini LED backlighting.
Best for: Bright rooms and HDR games.
Check price for Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 32-inch on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Best Budget 1440p
ASUS TUF Gaming VG32WQ3BA 180Hz 1440p VA panel with a three-year warranty.
Best for: Mid-range cards.
Check price for ASUS TUF Gaming VG32WQ3B on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Best Curved Value
LG UltraGear 32GS60QC-BA curved 180Hz 1440p screen.
Best for: Immersive single-player games.
Check price for LG UltraGear 32GS60QC-B on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Best 4K Value
Dell S3225QS4K at 120Hz with 95% DCI-P3.
Best for: Mixed work and play.
Check price for Dell S3225QS on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it stands out | Best for | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The highest refresh rate here (240Hz). | Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most. | Check price for MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| 4K at 165Hz with Mini LED backlighting. | Bright rooms and HDR games. | Check price for Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 32-inch on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| A 180Hz 1440p VA panel with a three-year warranty. | Mid-range cards. | Check price for ASUS TUF Gaming VG32WQ3B on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| A curved 180Hz 1440p screen. | Immersive single-player games. | Check price for LG UltraGear 32GS60QC-B on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| 4K at 120Hz with 95% DCI-P3. | Mixed work and play. | Check price for Dell S3225QS on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Fastest Refresh1 of 5
MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED
MSI's MPG 321URX pairs a 31.5-inch 4K QD-OLED panel at 240Hz with USB-C input.
Best for
- Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements is a problem.
Why we like it
It also has an HDMI 2.1 input, so a console can share the screen. On refresh rate it leads this guide at 240Hz, ahead of the VG32WQ3B (180Hz). It matches the VG32WQ3B on screen size (31.5 inches).
It shares a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution with the Odyssey Neo G7 and S3225QS; the 32GS60QC goes with a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution. A QD-OLED panel is unique to it among these picks, while the S3225QS uses a VA panel. It also offers a built-in KVM with picture-in-picture and HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a inputs.
Reaching 240Hz at 4K needs DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC or HDMI 2.1 on your graphics card, and a GPU able to render well above 100fps at 4K. Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk. At our last price check it topped the group, with the Odyssey Neo G7 the nearest cheaper option.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 240Hz
- Resolution
- 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size
- 31.5 inches
- Panel
- QD-OLED
- Response
- 0.03ms
- HDR
- DisplayHDR True Black 400
- USB-C
- Yes
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Costs more than the 32GS60QC at the time of writing
Best Mini LED Option2 of 5
Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 32-inch
Samsung's Odyssey Neo G7 32 is a curved 4K panel at 165Hz with Mini LED backlighting.
Best for
- Bright rooms and HDR games.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the 32GS60QC cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It is the non-OLED way to get 4K and a high refresh rate on a 32-inch screen. It reaches 2,000 nits peak with Quantum HDR 2000, and CoreSync lighting on the back matches on-screen colours. The 1000R curve fills your view.
On refresh rate it sits mid-pack at 165Hz: the MPG 321URX offers 240Hz, and the S3225QS comes in at 120Hz. It matches the 32GS60QC and the S3225QS on screen size (32 inches). It shares a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution with the MPG 321URX and S3225QS; the 32GS60QC goes with a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution.
It also offers Samsung's own Quantum HDR2000 rating rather than a VESA DisplayHDR tier. Reaching 165Hz at 4K needs DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC or HDMI 2.1 on your graphics card, and a GPU able to render well above 100fps at 4K. When we checked, only the S3225QS and cheaper picks cost less, and the MPG 321URX cost more.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 165Hz
- Resolution
- 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size
- 32 inches
- Response
- 1ms
- Adaptive sync
- G-SYNC Compatible, FreeSync Premium Pro
Pros
- 165Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- G-SYNC Compatible, FreeSync Premium Pro to reduce screen tearing
- Mini LED backlight Samsung calls Quantum Matrix
Cons
- Costs more than the 32GS60QC at the time of writing
Best Budget 1440p3 of 5
ASUS TUF Gaming VG32WQ3B
ASUS's VG32WQ3B is a curved 31.5-inch 1440p VA screen at 180Hz.
Best for
- Mid-range cards.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: a VA panel that can smear dark transitions.
Why we like it
VA contrast and the large size suit slower single-player games. It matches the 32GS60QC on refresh rate (180Hz). On screen size it ties with the MPG 321URX at 31.5 inches.
Like the 32GS60QC, it has a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution, while the S3225QS uses a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution. Like the S3225QS, it has a VA panel, while the MPG 321URX uses a QD-OLED panel. No other pick in this guide offers a 90% DCI-P3 color gamut; compare the 32GS60QC, which has a 99% sRGB color gamut.
It also comes with a 3-year warranty and 90% DCI-P3 coverage. On price it sat second of 5, between the cheaper 32GS60QC and the pricier S3225QS, at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 180Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 31.5 inches
- Panel
- VA
- Color gamut
- 90% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync
- Warranty
- 3-year
Pros
- 180Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- 90% DCI-P3 colour coverage
- FreeSync to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- a VA panel that can smear dark transitions
- Screen size trails the Odyssey Neo G7 (32 inches)
- Costs more than the 32GS60QC at the time of writing
The catch
The trade-off is screen size; for more, the Odyssey Neo G7 comes in at 32 inches.
Best Curved Value4 of 5
LG UltraGear 32GS60QC-B
LG's 32GS60QC is a curved 32-inch 1440p screen at 180Hz.
Best for
- Immersive single-player games.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when hDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification is a problem.
Why we like it
It keeps a large screen within a mid-range graphics card's reach. It matches the VG32WQ3B on refresh rate (180Hz). On screen size it ties with the Odyssey Neo G7 and the S3225QS at 32 inches.
Like the VG32WQ3B, it has a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution, while the MPG 321URX uses a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution. No other pick in this guide offers a 99% sRGB color gamut; compare the VG32WQ3B, which has a 90% DCI-P3 color gamut. It shares a FreeSync with the VG32WQ3B; the S3225QS goes with a FreeSync Premium.
It also offers two HDMI inputs and one DisplayPort. It undercut the VG32WQ3B and every other pick on price at the time of writing. The main gap: refresh rate of 180Hz, behind the MPG 321URX (240Hz). If that matters, the MPG 321URX offers 240Hz.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 180Hz
- Resolution
- 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size
- 32 inches
- Response
- 1ms
- HDR
- HDR10
- Color gamut
- 99% sRGB
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync
Pros
- 180Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- 99% sRGB colour coverage
- FreeSync to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- HDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification
- Refresh rate of 180Hz, behind the MPG 321URX (240Hz)
Best 4K Value5 of 5
Dell S3225QS
The S3225QS brings 4K at 120Hz to 32 inches with 95% DCI-P3 on a VA panel.
Best for
- Mixed work and play.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: a VA panel that can smear dark transitions.
Why we like it
It suits a deeper desk and media. Its 120Hz refresh rate is the lowest in this group; the MPG 321URX leads at 240Hz. On screen size it ties with the Odyssey Neo G7 and the 32GS60QC at 32 inches.
Like the MPG 321URX and Odyssey Neo G7, it has a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution, while the VG32WQ3B uses a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution. It is the only pick here with a 95% DCI-P3 color gamut; the VG32WQ3B has a 90% DCI-P3 color gamut instead. At 4K, check that your graphics card and cable support 4K at the refresh rate you want before you buy. Its price falls between the VG32WQ3B and the Odyssey Neo G7, based on our last check.
Key specs
- Refresh rate
- 120Hz
- Resolution
- 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size
- 32 inches
- Panel
- VA
- Color gamut
- 95% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync
- FreeSync Premium
Pros
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- 95% DCI-P3 colour coverage
- FreeSync Premium to reduce screen tearing
- 32-inch 4K screen at 120Hz
Cons
- a VA panel that can smear dark transitions
- Refresh rate trails the MPG 321URX (240Hz)
- Costs more than the 32GS60QC at the time of writing
The catch
If refresh rate is your priority, the MPG 321URX (240Hz) is the stronger choice.
How We Chose These 32 in. Gaming Monitors
Alex Morgan compared the manufacturer specifications, connectivity, warranty terms and compatibility of every pick. Figures come from the makers unless a third-party source is named; we did not test these products ourselves.
- What we compared
- We compared five monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel, using each maker's published specs. These are research figures, not bench results: 2 of 5 picks leave out panel.
- The shared baseline
- All 5, from the MPG 321URX to the S3225QS, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Odyssey Neo G7 and the 32GS60QC give no panel; the VG32WQ3B and the S3225QS give no response.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the 32GS60QC ($150 to $250) to the MPG 321URX ($500 to $1000).
What to Look for in a 32 in. Gaming Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
How much refresh rate you need
Across these 5 picks refresh rate spans 120Hz (the S3225QS) to 240Hz (the MPG 321URX). For less, the VG32WQ3B is the runner-up at 180Hz ($150 to $250 tier).
Screen size across these picks
Here screen size runs from 31.5 inches on the VG32WQ3B to 32 inches on the Odyssey Neo G7, a 2% spread. The 32GS60QC comes second at 32 inches, in the $150 to $250 tier against $500 to $1000 for the Odyssey Neo G7.
A large monitor showing a game on a low media unit Panel
The MPG 321URX lists QD-OLED; the VG32WQ3B and the S3225QS list VA. Sort out panel before price: it splits 3 stated picks into groups of 2 and 1.
Response
The MPG 321URX lists 0.03ms; the Odyssey Neo G7 and the 32GS60QC list 1ms. Sort out response before price: it splits 3 stated picks into groups of 2 and 1.
A gaming monitor on a desk with purple bias lighting Features beyond the spec table
The VG32WQ3B: a 3-year warranty. The 32GS60QC: two HDMI inputs and one DisplayPort. The S3225QS: a 32-inch 4K screen at 120Hz.
How to Choose a 32 in. Gaming Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Competitive shooters where motion clarity matters most | MPG 321URX | The highest refresh rate here (240Hz) |
| Bright rooms and HDR games | Odyssey Neo G7 | 4K at 165Hz with Mini LED backlighting |
| Mid-range cards | VG32WQ3B | A 180Hz 1440p VA panel with a three-year warranty |
| Immersive single-player games | 32GS60QC | A curved 180Hz 1440p screen |
| Mixed work and play | S3225QS | 4K at 120Hz with 95% DCI-P3 |
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Key specs side by side
The MPG 321URX leads on refresh rate at 240Hz, ahead of the VG32WQ3B at 180Hz. "Not listed" marks panel where the Odyssey Neo G7 and the 32GS60QC leave the figure out.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPG 321URX | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 31.5 inches | QD-OLED |
| Odyssey Neo G7 | 165Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 32 inches | Not listed |
| VG32WQ3B | 180Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 31.5 inches | VA |
| 32GS60QC | 180Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 32 inches | Not listed |
| S3225QS | 120Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 32 inches | VA |
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By price at the time of writing
At our last check the cheapest pick, the 32GS60QC, sat in the $150 to $250 tier, 3 tiers in all up to the MPG 321URX at $500 to $1000; Amazon prices move, so recheck before buying.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $150 to $250 | 32GS60QC, VG32WQ3B |
| About $250 to $500 | S3225QS |
| About $500 to $1000 | Odyssey Neo G7, MPG 321URX |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the highest refresh rate: the MPG 321URX or the VG32WQ3B?
Between the top two, it is 240Hz on the MPG 321URX against 180Hz on the VG32WQ3B, a 33% difference. The S3225QS is at the other end of this group with 120Hz.
Is the MPG 321URX worth paying more than the 32GS60QC?
What it brings is refresh rate (240Hz against 180Hz). It does not win everywhere: the 32GS60QC still leads on screen size (32 inches). The 32GS60QC sat in the $150 to $250 tier and the MPG 321URX in the $500 to $1000 tier when we checked, with 3 other picks between them; pay the difference only if refresh rate decides your purchase.
What makes the VG32WQ3B the Best Budget 1440p?
It earns the label for a 180Hz 1440p VA panel with a three-year warranty. It gives up screen size (31.5 inches against 32 inches) to the 32GS60QC, the cheapest pick. It makes sense for mid-range cards.
Do the MPG 321URX and the VG32WQ3B differ on resolution?
The MPG 321URX, the Odyssey Neo G7 and the S3225QS use 3840x2160 (4K); the VG32WQ3B and the 32GS60QC use 2560x1440 (1440p).
Beyond the specs, what sets the MPG 321URX and the Odyssey Neo G7 apart?
The MPG 321URX: a built-in KVM with picture-in-picture. The Odyssey Neo G7: a Mini LED backlight Samsung calls Quantum Matrix. The VG32WQ3B: a 1500R curved 31.5-inch screen.
Bottom Line
MSI's MPG 321URX is the high-end choice. ASUS's VG32WQ3B and LG's 32GS60QC keep a big screen affordable at 1440p, while Samsung's Neo G7 and Dell's S3225QS cover 4K without OLED.
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Alex covers PC hardware, monitors, components, upgrades and peripherals for The PC Journal, with a focus on helping readers understand specifications, compatibility and meaningful product trade-offs.
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