AOC U32G3X/BK 144Hz 4K IPS with HDMI 2.1
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A 31.5″ 3840 x 2160 (‘4K’ UHD) IPS-type panel is used, with support for a 144Hz refresh rate and VRR via Adaptive-Sync and presumably HDMI 2.1 VRR. Technologies such as AMD FreeSync and Nvidia ‘G-SYNC Compatible’ can be used, with 48 – 144Hz VRR range plus LFC. Other aspects of note include a matte screen surface, 1000:1 static contrast ratio, 178°/178° viewing angles and 10-bit (8-bit + FRC) colour support. A flicker-free WLED backlight provides a 400 cd/m² typical maximum luminance and 95% DCI-P3 colour gamut. Low Blue Light (LBL) settings are included, potentially improving viewing comfort.
A 1ms grey to grey response time is specified (approach with caution) plus a 1ms MPRT response time using the included MBR strobe backlight setting. ‘Low Input Lag’ is also mentioned on the product page. The included stand provides tilt, swivel and 130mm (5.12 inches) height adjustment. It can be removed via quick-release mechanism to reveal provision for 100 x 100mm VESA mounting. The ports face downwards and include; 2 HDMI 2.1 ports, 2 DP 1.4 (with DSC) ports, a 3.5mm audio output and AC power input (internal power converter). 2-system PiP/PbP is also supported.
Further details can be found on the manufacturer’s website. Initial availability mid-December 2023 with an MSRP of ~£650. Availability in the US not currently confirmed.
