Buying Guide
The Best 32-Inch OLED Gaming Monitors
Three monitors ranked on refresh rate and screen size, where the MPG 321URX has the highest refresh rate; the MAG 321UP is the cheapest route in.
By The PC Journal editorial team
11 min read3 products evaluated
32-inch OLEDs are mostly 4K, which suits both games and desk work. Every pick is a 32-inch OLED, ordered from the lowest price.
We ranked these monitors on refresh rate, resolution and size using manufacturer specifications; where a maker leaves out HDR, we say so rather than guess, since we have not benched them.
Quick Picks
Our 3 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lowest Price Here
MSI MAG 321UP QD-OLED
A lower price than the 32GX850A and the rest when we checked.
Best for: Spending as little as possible.
Our take Check price for MSI MAG 321UP QD-OLED (opens in a new tab)
OLED Panel
LG UltraGear 32GX850A-B
An OLED panel.
Best for: Buyers who want an OLED panel.
Our take Check price for LG UltraGear 32GX850A-B (opens in a new tab)
Fastest Refresh
MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED
The highest refresh rate here (240Hz).
Best for: Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Our take Check price for MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| A lower price than the 32GX850A and the rest when we checked. | Spending as little as possible. | Check price for MSI MAG 321UP QD-OLED (opens in a new tab) |
| An OLED panel. | Buyers who want an OLED panel. | Check price for LG UltraGear 32GX850A-B (opens in a new tab) |
| The highest refresh rate here (240Hz). | Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates. | Check price for MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 3
MSI MAG 321UP QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The MSI MAG 321UP is a 32-inch QD-OLED that stops at 165Hz, which keeps its price below the 240Hz models.
Best for
- Spending as little as possible.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when oLED burn-in risk with static desktop element is a problem.
Why we like it
Its HDMI 2.1 port carries full 48Gbps bandwidth for 4K at 165Hz from a console or PC. It matches the 32GX850A on refresh rate (165Hz). On screen size it ties with the 32GX850A at 32 inches.
Like the MPG 321URX, it has a QD-OLED panel, while the 32GX850A uses an OLED panel. It also offers an HDMI 2.1 input for consoles. 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.
Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk. It undercut the 32GX850A and every other pick on price at the time of writing. The main gap: refresh rate of 165Hz, behind the MPG 321URX (240Hz). If that matters, the MPG 321URX offers 240Hz.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 165Hz
- Resolution: 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size: 32 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- Adaptive sync: FreeSync Premium Pro
Pros
- 165Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- FreeSync Premium Pro to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Refresh rate of 165Hz, behind the MPG 321URX (240Hz)
OLED Panel2 of 3
LG UltraGear 32GX850A-B on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
LG's 32GX850A runs 4K at 165Hz or switches to 1080p at 330Hz for fast shooters.
Best for
- Buyers who want an OLED panel.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
Its glossy OLED finish looks punchy in a dim room but reflects more in a bright one. It matches the MAG 321UP on refresh rate (165Hz). On screen size it ties with the MAG 321UP at 32 inches.
No other pick in this guide offers an OLED panel; compare the MAG 321UP, which has a QD-OLED panel. 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. Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk.
G-SYNC Compatible works on NVIDIA cards over DisplayPort, and FreeSync covers AMD cards. On price it sat second of 3, between the cheaper MAG 321UP and the pricier MPG 321URX, at the time of writing. The trade-off is refresh rate; for more, the MPG 321URX offers 240Hz.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 165Hz
- Resolution: 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size: 32 inches
- Panel: OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR True Black 400
- Adaptive sync: G-SYNC, FreeSync Premium Pro
Pros
- 165Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- a OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Refresh rate trails the MPG 321URX (240Hz)
- Costs more than the MAG 321UP at the time of writing
Fastest Refresh3 of 3
MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
MSI's MPG 321URX is a 31.5-inch 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz with a built-in KVM, so one keyboard and mouse can switch between a desktop and a laptop.
Best for
- Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Skip if
- Pass on it if oLED burn-in risk with static desktop element rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
USB-C input rounds out the ports. On refresh rate it leads this guide at 240Hz, ahead of the MAG 321UP (165Hz). On screen size it trails the group at 31.5 inches, while the MAG 321UP comes in at 32 inches.
Like the MAG 321UP, it has a QD-OLED panel, while the 32GX850A uses an OLED panel. You also get HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a inputs and an HDMI 2.1 input for consoles. 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. It was the highest-priced of the 3 picks at the time of writing, so the case for it rests on what it adds over the 32GX850A and the rest.
Key dimensions & 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
- Screen size trails the MAG 321UP (32 inches)
- Costs more than the MAG 321UP at the time of writing
How We Chose These 32-Inch OLED Gaming Monitors
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- How these picks were ranked
- We lined up three monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel as the makers state them. We did not test them in-house.
- What every pick has in common
- All 3, from the MAG 321UP to the MPG 321URX, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share 3840x2160 (4K) resolution and 0.03ms response.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The MAG 321UP gives no HDR; the MPG 321URX gives no adaptive sync.
- Price range
- From the MAG 321UP to the MPG 321URX, all sat in the $500 to $1000 tier when we checked.
What to Look for in a 32-Inch OLED Gaming Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Refresh rate across these picks
Here refresh rate runs from 165Hz on the 32GX850A to 240Hz on the MPG 321URX. Start with the MPG 321URX if refresh rate decides it.
How much screen size you need
Here screen size runs from 31.5 inches on the MPG 321URX to 32 inches on the MAG 321UP. The MAG 321UP is the pick for screen size.
Setup checks
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.
Extras that separate them
The MAG 321UP: a console mode. The 32GX850A: a glossy screen finish. The MPG 321URX: HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a inputs.
How much to spend
All 3 sat in one tier when we checked, from the MAG 321UP at the low end to the MPG 321URX at the top, so decide on features first.
Choose a refresh rate you can reach
A higher refresh rate only helps when your PC delivers matching frame rates. 144Hz to 180Hz suits most players; 240Hz and above rewards competitive shooters.
How to Choose a 32-Inch OLED Gaming Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Spending as little as possible | MAG 321UP | A lower price than the 32GX850A and the rest when we checked |
| Buyers who want an OLED panel | 32GX850A | An OLED panel |
| Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates | MPG 321URX | The highest refresh rate here (240Hz) |
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Key specs side by side
The MPG 321URX leads on refresh rate at 240Hz, ahead of the MAG 321UP at 165Hz.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAG 321UP | 165Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 32 inches | QD-OLED |
| 32GX850A | 165Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 32 inches | OLED |
| MPG 321URX | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 31.5 inches | QD-OLED |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MPG 321URX ahead of the MAG 321UP on refresh rate?
The MPG 321URX leads at 240Hz, with the MAG 321UP at 165Hz.
What does the MPG 321URX add over the MAG 321UP?
On paper it adds refresh rate (240Hz against 165Hz). It does not win everywhere: the MAG 321UP still leads on screen size (32 inches). The MAG 321UP was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
Why is the MPG 321URX our Fastest Refresh pick?
It earns the label for the highest refresh rate here (240Hz). It suits esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Do the MAG 321UP and the 32GX850A differ on panel?
The MAG 321UP and the MPG 321URX use QD-OLED; the 32GX850A uses OLED.
Will the 32GX850A work with my setup?
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. Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk. In this guide it ranks second of 3, as our OLED Panel pick.
What extras do the MAG 321UP and the 32GX850A include?
The MAG 321UP: an HDMI 2.1 input with full 48Gbps bandwidth for 4K at 165Hz. The 32GX850A: a dual mode that switches to 1080p at 330Hz. The MPG 321URX: a built-in KVM with picture-in-picture.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the MAG 321UP, chosen for a lower price than the 32GX850A and the rest when we checked. Look at the 32GX850A for an OLED panel if those matter more to you.
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