Gigabyte

Gigabyte AORUS FO32U

A solid mid-range pick in the 4k monitors line-up, with 31.5 in up front.

56/100
Solid pick
Overall score · how we rate
31.5 in165 HzOLED0.03 msDisplayHDR 4003840 x 2160
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Why we rate it

  • KVM switch
  • FreeSync
  • Tilt
  • Above-average peak brightness
  • No g-sync
  • Below-average refresh rate
Score profile

Where the Gigabyte AORUS FO32U wins and loses

Scored against the 4k monitors class
DisplayPortsGamingErgonomics51598282
Display
51
Ports
59
Gaming features
82
Ergonomics
82
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Display

Size31.5 "
Resolution3840
Aspect ratio16
Panel typeOLED
Refresh rate165 Hz
Response time0.03 ms
Peak brightness1000 nits
Colour depth10
DCI-P3 coverage99

HDR and contrast

HDR certificationDisplayHDR 400
Contrast ratio1500000

Ports

HDMI ports2
HDMI version2.1
DisplayPort1
DisplayPort version1.4
USB-C Power Delivery18 W
KVM switchYes

Gaming features

FreeSyncYes

Ergonomics

TiltYes
SwivelYes
PivotYes
VESA mount100
Weight8.53 kg

Audio

Built-in speakersYes

More specs

USB a ports2
USB c ports1
Vesa mount100 mm
HDMI 2 1 ports2
Color depth bit10
Dci p3 coverage99 %

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Gigabyte AORUS FO32U vs MSI MSI MAG 322UP QD-OLED E16

Highlighted cell = better in that row
DisplayPortsGamingErgonomics
Gigabyte AORUS FO32UMSI MAG 322UP QD-OLED E16
 GigabyteGigabyte AORUS FO32UThis pageMSIMSI MAG 322UP QD-OLED E16
Overall score56 /10056 /100
Size31.5 "32 "
Refresh165 Hz165 Hz
Panel typeOLEDQD-OLED
Response0.03 ms0.03 ms
HDR certifiedDisplayHDR 400DisplayHDR True Black 400
Peak1000 nits1000 nits
Who it's for

Is the Gigabyte AORUS FO32U right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable 4k monitor for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need g-sync, in which case a higher-tier 4k monitor is the better call.

Home cinema viewer
Wants the best picture for films and gaming nights.
okay
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
okay
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Gigabyte AORUS FO32U worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 56/100 against other 4k monitors, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 51.

What stands out on the Gigabyte AORUS FO32U?

Its kvm switch stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the LG UltraGear OLED GX8 Gaming Monitor 32GX850A-B?

The LG UltraGear OLED GX8 Gaming Monitor 32GX850A-B scores 58/100 versus this one at 56/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.