Unfortunately, like most IPS monitors, the M32U isn't the best choice for a completely dark room, as it has low contrast. It has an incredible response time, low input lag, and it supports both FreeSync and G-SYNC Compatible variable refresh rate technologies. The HDMI 2.1 ports allow for high resolution, high refresh rate gaming from a recent graphics card or one of the new consoles.
It also has a built-in keyboard, video, and mouse switch, allowing you to control two sources with one set of input devices.Īlthough this isn't supported over USB-C, it's an incredible gaming monitor as well. It has impressive connectivity, with two HDMI 2.1 ports, a DisplayPort input, and a single USB-C port that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode and Power Delivery, although it can't deliver enough power to charge a laptop. It's an impressive monitor for most uses, with a large, high-resolution screen that delivers superb text clarity and is fantastic for multitasking. The Gigabyte M32U is the best 4k USB-C monitor we've tested. Overall, it's an impressive monitor for most uses, and it should please most users. The USB-C port also can't be used as an upstream port, so you'll need to use a separate USB cable to use the built-in USB hub on the monitor. Sadly, although it has a USB-C port that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode and power delivery, it can only deliver 15W of power, so it's not powerful enough to keep your laptop charged while using it. The unit we bought has mediocre accuracy out of the box, so you might need to consider calibrating it. It's also great if your work requires accurate colors, as it has an exceptional color gamut and fantastic gradient handling. It has great peak brightness in SDR and decent reflection handling with a matte finish, so glare shouldn't be an issue in most viewing environments. It also has many extra features, most of which are designed for gaming, though, so it's a great monitor if you need a distraction from work. The 27 inch, 1440p screen delivers good overall text clarity, and it has great screen real estate for multitasking. It's a great office monitor with wide viewing angles and great ergonomics, so it's easy to place in an ideal viewing position, and you can easily share your screen with someone else.
The best USB-C monitor for office use we've tested is the MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD.