Asus is increasing its lineup of gaming screens with a brand new entry, the ROG Strix XG32UQ (to not be confused with the ROG Strix XG32VQ). Based on Asus’ product web page (opens in new tab), the XG32UQ measures 32 inches and comes with a 4K decision. Different pertinent specs embrace a 144Hz refresh fee, which is par for the course in relation to 4K IPS panels.
Nevertheless, Asus permits clients to overclock that refresh fee worth to 160Hz (utilizing DSC) when utilizing the DisplayPort 1.4 port. 144Hz is the max when utilizing the 2 accessible HDMI 2.1 ports on the again of the monitor. Whereas this monitor seems like it might be proper at residence for PC players, Asus additionally payments it as an acceptable stand-in for console players. Native 120Hz 4K gaming with variable refresh fee and auto low latency mode is supported over HDMI 2.1 for the Xbox Sequence X and PlayStation 5.
Rounding out the ROG Strix XG32UQ’s function set is a 1ms panel response time with a typical brightness of 450 nits. Nevertheless, the non-glare panel can hit a peak of 600 nits (DisplayHDR 600 licensed) in HDR mode. As well as, the monitor is spec’d for a distinction ratio of 1,000 nits, which is aggressive on this class, and helps Adaptive Sync applied sciences on PC (AMD FreeSync Premium, NVIDIA G-Sync). It is also claimed that the ROG Strix XG32UQ will hit 96 p.c protection of the DCI-P3 colour area and 120 p.c of the sRGB colour area.
The ROG Strix XG32UQ is top, swivel, and tilt adjustable, however it doesn’t pivot. And whilst you’ll discover a headphone jack, there are not any built-in audio system. Lastly, the monitor helps VESA 100 mounting if you wish to clear up some desk area.
At the moment, Asus hasn’t given us any phrase on pricing or U.S. availability for the ROG Strix XG32UQ. Relating to pricing, the 32-inch QHD ROG Strix XG32VQ has an MSRP of $699, so we are able to count on the ROG Strix XG32UQ to come back in at $799 or greater. As for availability, Laptop Base claims that the monitor will debut in Germany through the third quarter of 2022.
