Asus ROG Swift PG32UQXR 32-inch 4K Mini LED Gaming Monitor with 160Hz, and 1ms

During CES 2023, the Asus ROG Swift PG32UQXR introduced a cutting-edge gaming monitor boasting a contemporary feature set. While the initial information was robust, the recently launched official product page has unveiled additional crucial details. Here, we consolidate the previously available and newfound insights for your convenience.

Sporting a 32-inch screen, this model relies on an IPS panel exhibiting a 4K resolution (3840×2160 pixels), capable of achieving an impressive 160 Hz maximum refresh rate, and holds the DisplayHDR 1000 certification. Powering its backlight are a mere 576 mini-LED zones, facilitating a peak brightness of 1000 cd/m². Quantum Dot technology also plays a role, while the transition between gray shades is executed within a swift 1 ms.

Furthermore, the specifications tout a 10-bit color depth, a 1000:1 contrast ratio (predominantly based on IPS technology), encompassing 160 percent sRGB coverage, 96 percent DCI-P3 coverage, and a Delta-E value of less than 2.

The energy consumption of the Asus PG32UQXR rests at less than 51 watts on average. Notably, the product is equipped with FreeSync Premium Pro and incorporates a motion blur reduction mode (ELMB; “Extreme Low Motion Blur”). Regrettably, due to the absence of ELMB Sync, these two technologies cannot be concurrently utilized. Additional amenities catered towards gamers encompass a black stabilizer, an FPS display, and crosshair overlays. The inclusion of Aura Sync lighting is also a thoughtful touch.

A notable aspect is that the Asus ROG Swift PG32UQXR stands as one of the pioneer gaming monitors to adopt the novel DisplayPort 2.1 technology. The monitor houses two of these interfaces, facilitating uncompressed 4K160 (DSC) on compatible graphics cards.

Supplementary connectivity options encompass two HDMI 2.1 inputs, a USB 3.2 hub (Gen 1), and a headphone output. On the ergonomic front, users are provided with tilt, rotation, height adjustment, a VESA mount (100 x 100 mm), blue light filtering, and flicker-free backlighting.

The dimensions of the Asus PG32UQXR tally to 726 x 441 x 95 mm (W x H x D), and the monitor weighs 7.2 kg sans the stand.

Price and availability

Enthusiasts can acquire the Asus ROG Swift PG32UQXR 32-inch 4K Mini LED gaming monitor from various retailers including Newegg.com, Bhphotovideo.com, Adorama.com, and Amazon.co.uk. The monitor is priced at $1,499.

Asus PG32UQXR specifications

• Display: 32-inch IPS panel, Non-Glare
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9
• Color Space: 96% (DCI-P3), 160% (sRGB)
• Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)
• Display Viewing Area (HxV): 708.48 x 398.52 mm
• Pixel Pitch: 0.1845mm
• Brightness: 400cd/m2 (Typ.) / 1000cd/m2 (HDR, Peak)
• Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
• Viewing Angle (CR≧10): 178°/ 178°
• Response Time: 1ms (GTG)
• Refresh Rate: 160Hz
• Display Colors: 1073.7M (10-bit)
• Features: AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Flicker free, HDR10, Trace Free Technology, Color Accuracy,
• GamePlus, Low Blue Light, HDCP 2.2, Adaptive-Sync, Extreme Low Motion Blur, HDR Mode, Shadow Boost, DisplayWidget Center, PIP, Aura Sync, Kensington Lock
• Ports: DisplayPort 2.1 x 2, HDMI (v2.1) x 2, 3.5mm Earphone jack, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x USB 2.0 Type-A
• Stand: 1/4″ Tripod Socket, Tilt (+20° ~ -5°), Swivel (+25° ~ -25°), Height Adj. (0~70mm)
• VESA Mount: 100 x 100 mm
• Dimensions: 726 x (471~541) x 279 mm (with stand)
• Weight: 10.8 Kg (with stand)

Additionally, a more compact rendition of the same model, the ROG Swift PG27UQR 27-inch 4K HDR monitor, is available. This variant features a 27-inch IPS panel, a 4K resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels, a 160 Hz refresh rate, DisplayHDR 600 compliance, a 1000:1 contrast ratio, a peak brightness of 600 cd/m², a 10-bit color depth, and a rapid 1 ms response time (gray to gray). The cost for this model stands at $699.