Asus's latest ROG Strix 32-inch WOLED monitor offers versatile gaming solutions, boasting 240Hz refresh rate at 4K resolution or 480Hz at 1080p.
Asus has announced the release of two new 32-inch gaming monitors, the ROG Strix OLED XG32UCWMG and the XG32UCWG. These monitors feature glossy 4K WOLED panels, making them the world's first of their kind.
Both monitors come equipped with an OLED Care Pro suite to protect the panel from burn-in and extend its lifespan. Asus is offering a three-year burn-in warranty with every XG32U series monitor. The suite includes features that refresh pixels and shift images to avoid static elements staying in one place for too long. It also automatically reduces the brightness of logos and other fixed areas on the screen.
Both monitors have a very fast 0.03ms Gray-to-Gray (GTG) response time, suitable for competitive gaming and reducing motion blur. They support AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-Sync variable refresh rate technologies, ensuring smooth gameplay and minimizing screen tearing.
The ROG Strix OLED XG32UCWMG operates at up to 240 Hz refresh rate at native 4K resolution and up to 480 Hz at 1080p. On the other hand, the XG32UCWG can achieve 165 Hz at 4K and up to 330 Hz at 1080p.
Both monitors feature a TrueBlack Glossy film with a zero-haze optical layer and an anti-reflective stack. They also boast a 99% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage and can reach up to 1,300 nits of peak brightness.
The new monitors stand offers full tilt, swivel, and height adjustments but with a 45% smaller footprint compared to older 32-inch ROG OLED monitors. They also have two HDMI 2.1 ports, a DisplayPort 1.4 (DSC), a USB Type-C port with 15-watt power delivery, three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, and a headphone jack.
In addition, both monitors have a Neo Proximity sensor that dims the screen automatically when the user steps away and instantly lights back up when they return. They also have a built-in auto KVM feature for switching between two connected PCs or laptops using a single keyboard and mouse.
Pricing for the new monitors has not been disclosed yet. However, these monitors promise to deliver an unparalleled gaming experience with their high refresh rates, fast response times, and robust anti-burn-in technology.
Smartphones and gadgets enthusiasts might appreciate the technology integration in the new Asus monitors, as they come equipped with an OLED Care Pro suite to protect the panel from burn-in and extend its lifespan, similar to advanced screen protection often found in high-end smartphones. The XG32U series monitors also offer a built-in auto KVM feature for seamless switching between two connected devices, a functionality frequently utilized in multi-tasking with multiple devices.
