Gigabyte Aorus FI32U Review: Big and Fast 4K Performance
Tom’s Hardware Verdict
The Gigabyte Aorus FI32U has average contrast and a slightly smaller color gamut than the competition but makes up for that with top-notch video processing and snappy gaming performance. Its HDR is also a standout, thanks to an effective local dimming feature. Gamers looking for a big screen and high pixel density should check it out.
Pros
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+ Sharp and clean image
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+ Accurate color with calibration
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+ Class-leading video processing
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+ Fast and responsive gameplay
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+ HDMI 2.1 and USB-C
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+ Premium audio quality from DAC chip
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When it comes to the different elements of gaming monitor performance, players must often choose between speed and resolution. The laws of bandwidth dictate that if resolution is greater, it will take more graphics power from the PC to produce the same framerate. And even when one has a top-performing video card, 240 frames per second (fps) on a 1440p monitor might be more compelling than 144 fps on a 4K screen.
4K is the gold standard for resolution. 3840 x 2160 pixels, or 8.3 megapixels, is the top tier, excluding a few very exclusive 8K products that are mostly found in the TB realm.
To date, not even the best 4K gaming monitors can move beyond 144 Hz. Considering the overall gaming monitor market, 144 Hz should be considered a starting point for speed, but for some, only the most pixels will do.
Recently, we’ve seen a push to larger 4K monitors with 43-inch models from every major manufacturer. But for the average desktop, a 32-inch screen is an easier physical fit. Gigabyte fills the latter niche with the Aorus FI32U($1,000 as of writing), an IPS screen with about as much speed as you can find among 4K panels.
Gigabyte Aorus FI32U Specs
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| Panel Type / Backlightc | IPS / W-LED, edge array |
| Screen Size / Aspect Ratio | 32 inches / 16:9 |
| Max Resolution & Refresh Rate | 3840 x 2160 @ 144 Hz |
| Row 3 — Cell 0 | FreeSync Premium Pro: 48-144 Hz |
| Native Color Depth / Gamut | 10-bit (8-bit+FRC) / DCI-P3 |
| Row 5 — Cell 0 | HDR10, DisplayHDR 400 |
| Response Time (GTG) | 1ms |
| Brightness | 350 nits SDR |
| Row 8 — Cell 0 | 400 nits HDR |
| Contrast | 1,000:1 |
| Speakers | None |
| Video Inputs | 1x DisplayPort 1. 4 w/DSC |
| Row 12 — Cell 0 | 2x HDMI 2.1 |
| Row 13 — Cell 0 | 1x USB-C |
| Audio | 1x 3.5mm microphone input |
| Row 15 — Cell 0 | 2x 3.5mm headphone output |
| Row 16 — Cell 0 | ESS Sabre DAC |
| USB | 3.0: 1x up, 2x down |
| Row 18 — Cell 0 | 1x USB-C |
| Power Consumption | 44.5w, brightness @ 200 nits |
| Panel Dimensions WxHxD w/base | 28.3 x 18.4-23.4 x 11.4 inches (719 x 467-594 xmm) |
| Panel Thickness | 2.6 inches (66mm) |
| Bezel Width | Top/sides: 0.4 inch (9mm) |
| Row 23 — Cell 0 | Bottom: 0. 9 inch (22mm) |
| Weight | 24 pounds (10.9kg) |
| Warranty | 3 years |
The Gigabyte Aorus FI32U is packed with gaming features and performance enhancing technology. The panel is called Fast IPS and claims a 1ms response time. Our tests showed its prowess with some of the lowest input lag scores of any 4K screen. The FI32U also supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro natively over a 48 to 144 Hz range. Nvidia hasn’t certified the FI32U, but we verified flawless G-Sync operation in both SDR and HDR modes across the same range as FreeSync Premium Pro.
The FI32U enhances its contrast with a local dimming feature. Though it is not a full-array zone dimming (FALD) panel, it uses selective edge dimming, which raises SDR and HDR contrast significantly. The FI32U also achieves VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification, which won’t on its own make for the best HDR monitor but ensures a maximum brightness of at least 400 nits.
Assembly and Accessories of Gigabyte Aorus FI32U
You can assemble the FI32U’s panel, upright and base without tools and form a sturdy package that exudes quality. We had to take care when snapping on the panel so that we didn’t damage the tiny contacts between the stand and monitor, which power the RGB lighting feature that extends to the Aorus logo and trim strips on the upright.
The cable bundle features USB 3.0, USB-C, HDMI and DisplayPort. We also received IEC power cords for three different electrical systems.
Product 360: Gigabyte Aorus FI32U
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The Gigabyte Aorus FI32U’s extra size doesn’t call attention to itself. Its styling is understated and simple with a thin flush bezel in front. The Aorus logo is printed on a shiny plate with a tiny power LED below. That’s also the location of the monitor’s single control, a joystick. It clicks solidly and responsively to move one quickly through the vast on-screen display (OSD) menu.
You can also program the joystick to gain quick access to a variety of functions.
On the back, you’ll find Aorus’ RGB Fusion lighting feature. Two strips run up both sides of the panel at 45 degree angles, while an Aorus logo and two small side arrays light the upright. You can control the RGB effect and colors from the OSD or the free Gigabyte RGB Fusion app. The app lets you coordinate the light show with other supported components, like power supplies and fans. You can even get your Aorus keyboard and mouse in the action.
If you’d rather control the Gigabyte Aorus FI32U from your PC, Gigabyte offers the OSD Sidekick app. Not only does it include all menu functions, but it also lets you design your own aiming points for your favorite shooters.
Another area where the Gigabyte Aorus FI32U distinguishes itself is audio. Though the monitor does not have built-in speakers, it includes an ESS Sabre Digital/Analog Convertor (DAC) chip. Audiophiles will recognize this as a high-end component that ensures accurate and noise-free processing of the digital audio signal carried by HDMI and DisplayPort connections.
To enjoy this feature, you’ll have to plug in a set of headphones or powered speakers to one of the 3.5mm audio outputs.
The Gigabyte Aorus FI32U’s stand is a solid piece with firm movements. Side to side swivel is 20 degrees with a 5.1-inch height adjustment, -5/21 degrees tilt and a 90-degree portrait mode. The upright has a large grab handle on top made from solid metal, just like the slender but substantial base.
The input panel is fully stocked with two HDMI 2.1 inputs, DisplayPort 1.4 with Display Stream Compression (DSC), one up and two downstream USB 3.0 ports and USB-C. Since the HDMI ports are version 2.1, they support the monitor’s full native resolution up to 144 Hz, as does USB-C.
The USB-C port can also carry video signals and enable a KVM switch, (which lets you control two systems with one keyboard, monitor and mouse). This makes it ideal for gamers who want to use a PC and a gaming console with a single monitor. Finally, you get 3.5mm audio jacks, one in for a microphone and two outputs.
OSD Features of Gigabyte Aorus FI32U
The FI32U’s OSD is fully stocked with every conceivable option a gamer could ask for. A press and up-click of the joystick calls it forth. Again, the joystick can also provide quick access to four different functions selected by the user, and you can use the OSD Sidekick app in lieu of the joystick if desired.
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The Gaming menu starts off with Aim Stabilizer Sync, a backlight strobe blur-reduction feature. It’s one of the few such implementations that can work in tandem with Adaptive-Sync. Using Aim Stabilizer Sync reduces brightness by only about 10% and has a positive effect on motion resolution. You can use Black Equalizer to brighten shadow areas for greater visibility.
Super Resolution adds edge enhancement, but you don’t want that; it just adds white lines around dark objects and reduces resolution. Overdrive offers three levels, plus a Smart Mode that varies the effect based on movement speed. We found Overdrive’s Picture Quality level to deliver the cleanest moving image.
The Picture menu has eight preset modes, plus three custom memories. The default is called Green, and it delivers decent accuracy without calibration. Applying a few tweaks to gamma and color temperature made color more vibrant and added image depth here. In the custom modes, you can also adjust a 6-axis color control.
There are two methods included for dynamic contrast, DCR and Local Dimming. Neither works all that well in SDR mode. DCR is a little better but its effect is subtle. Local dimming improves contrast, but the overall image is too dark unless you’re using the Gigabyte Aorus FI32U in an unlit room. For HDR content, you’ll want to use Local Dimming as it is far better suited for that material.
The KVM switch is easy to set up for multiple source components. You can have a PC and another system, like a console or laptop, that share one monitor, keyboard and mouse. The KVM Wizard guides you through binding the two USB inputs to the preferred systems.
GameAssist includes two timers, a refresh rate indicator, aiming points and display alignment marks. The information can be shown in a single box in any location on the screen. You get one aiming point to start and can design three more using the OSD Sidekick app.
The OSD’s Aorus Dashboard shows a plethora of hardware information in a similar box. That includes CPU and GPU temperatures, fan speeds and usage rates, plus framerate and mouse CPI. You can place the Aorus Dashboard anywhere on the screen and will need a USB connection to make this work.
Calibration Settings for Gigabyte Aorus FI32U
The Aorus Gigabyte FI32U’s Green picture mode is a good starting point for general use and calibration. You can get a satisfactory experience without tweaking its settings, but we found a better image after making a few changes to gamma and color temp.
The default luminance curve is just a little light. By changing the preset from 2.2 to 2.4, we gained some depth and pop. Tweaking the RGB sliders took grayscale tracking to a very accurate point. Meanwhile, color gamut accuracy is solid with or without calibration.
Below are our recommended SDR calibration settings for the Gigabyte Aorus FI32U.
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| Picture Mode | Green |
| Brightness 200 nits | 59 |
| Brightness 120 nits | 30 |
| Brightness 100 nits | 22 |
| Brightness 80 nits | 15 |
| Brightness 50 nits | 5 (min. 36 nits) |
| Contrast | 50 |
| Gamma | 2. 4 |
| Color Temp User | Red 89, Green 88, Blue 100 |
When an HDR signal is detected, the FI32U switches modes automatically and offers three additional image presets. Our favorite was HDR Movie. It leaves a few options, like brightness and, most importantly, Local Dimming, available. You’ll definitely want Local Dimming for HDR because it increases contrast to over 7,600:1 (see page four).
Gaming and Hands-on with Gigabyte Aorus FI32U
If you have the room, 32 inches is an ideal monitor size. With 4K, it’s large enough to allow two Word documents to occupy the screen in full view side by side or view a 59 x 39 cell spreadsheet in Excel. You can easily fill your peripheral vision without sitting too close — 3 or 4 feet is perfect. If you can fit a larger screen, that’s certainly a compelling idea, but then you’ll start to see lower pixel density. 4k at 32 inches is a comfortable 140 pixels per inch (ppi).
The FI32U looked fantastic running Windows apps at a 150% scaling factor. If your vision is very good, you can get away with 100% and fit even more content on the screen.
The Gigabyte Aorus FI32U uses an extended color gamut, DCI-P3 to be exact, which makes photos and video look saturated and realistic. Though it is larger than the correct sRGB spec, it doesn’t overdo the effect. But if you require an accurate SDR gamut, an sRGB mode is available.
Contrast on the Gigabyte Aorus FI32U is at the same level as an average IPS monitor. Enhanced color gives the impression of greater dynamic range, but more neutrally colored material is a little flat. We tried DCR, the FI32U’s dynamic contrast feature, and it made almost no difference. Local Dimming worked well, but its peak brightness is only around 130 nits. If you work in a dark room, this is OK, but any ambient light will make the image seem too dark.
HDR is a completely different story. We tried all three modes and settled on HDR Movie as the best.
The image popped beautifully, and color looked even more saturated. The extra contrast afforded by local dimming gave graphics and video more texture and tactility too. The image was very bright in this mode but not tiring to look at.
Gaming was completely addictive on the Gigabyte Aorus FI32U. As good as SDR games look, it’s at its best with good HDR content. We were instantly compelled to buy new HDR titles for our collection after playing a few rounds of Doom Eternal or Call of Duty: WWII. Even Tomb Raider in SDR mode looked amazing. Motion processing was superb with the overdrive set to Picture Quality. We saw sustained frame rates of 130-144 fps in both SDR and HDR modes when using a GeForce RTX 3090. Action was very smooth and responsive with just the overdrive in play. It’s possible to add the backlight strobe, called Aim Stabilizer Sync, to the mix without turning off Adaptive-Sync, but only in SDR mode; HDR removes that option. We found little need for Aim Stabilizer Sync though.
FreeSync Premium Plus and unofficial G-Sync Compatibility, plus the well-implemented overdrive kept things clean at all times.
To check out the Gigabyte Aorus FI32U’s enhanced audio, we plugged in a set of Etymotics ER4P in-ear headphones. These are incredibly detailed earphones and can easily detect even the smallest flaw in any audio source component. Game sound was hyper-realistic and completely free of noise. With such a quiet background, fine detail was easy to hear. Ambient effects seemed to come from all directions. The two earpieces gave a convincing impression of surround sound showing that the ESS Sabre DAC chip is a real bonus here, in addition to something we haven’t seen in any other monitor.
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Christian Eberle is a Contributing Editor for Tom’s Hardware US. He’s a veteran reviewer of A/V equipment, specializing in monitors.
All You Need To Know
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The Gigabyte Aorus FI32U was the first 32″ 4K 144Hz gaming monitor available for under $1,000 – the combination of specifications many have been eagerly waiting for!
Image Quality
The Aorus FI32U was also the first monitor based on a 31.5″ IPS panel with the Eyesafe certification that ensures reduced emission of harmful low-blue lights even when a dedicated low-blue filter mode is not activated and without a negative impact on color accuracy.
The 4K UHD resolution looks incredible on the 31.5″ sized screen of the monitor thanks to the high pixel density of 140 PPI (pixels per inch). You get sharp details and text as well as plenty of screen space. Some users don’t use any scaling here, but others might prefer ~125% scaling to make small text easier to read.
Keep in mind that you’ll need a high-end PC system in order to maintain decent frame rates and picture settings at 4K UHD in the latest games.
Moving on, the IPS panel of the Gigabyte Aorus FI32U monitor ensures 178° wide viewing angles for flawless image quality regardless of the angle you’re looking at the screen.
It covers 90% of the DCI-P3 color space (~123% sRGB), which results in rich and vivid colors. You can also use the provided sRGB emulation mode to restrict the gamut to ~100% sRGB for more accurate output when viewing SDR content. In this mode, you can adjust the brightness, but not other settings.
The peak brightness amounts to 350-nits, so the screen can get more than bright enough under normal lighting conditions, while the contrast ratio is 1,000:1 – as expected from an IPS panel display.
Blacks won’t be quite as deep as that of VA panels with ~3,000:1 contrast ratio, but they’re decent nonetheless. Some IPS glow is present as well, but its intensity varies across different units of the monitor; in most cases, it’s completely manageable.
Now, the low contrast ratio and IPS glow can take away from the overall viewing experience in dark rooms, but that’s the expected drawback of IPS technology. VA panels have their own flaws, such as narrower viewing angles and gamma/contrast shifts.
The Gigabyte Aorus FI32U also supports HDR (High Dynamic Range) and has VESA’s DisplayHDR 400 certification. Even though the entry-level HDR400 certification doesn’t require local dimming, the monitor does have a 16-zone local dimming solution.
Further, HDR content gets a boost in brightness up to 400-nits – which in addition to the 16-zone local dimming, wide color gamut and high screen resolution can make some HDR scenes look noticeably better than SDR.
Still, you’re not getting the ‘true’ HDR viewing experience, which would require a much more expensive full-array local dimming solution, but at least there’s some improvement in HDR content.
In other words, you shouldn’t buy this monitor for its HDR support. Some HDR content won’t look any better, but some scenes, especially those with bright and dark objects far apart, will look great!
Performance
The Gigabyte Aorus FI32U 4K 144Hz gaming monitor boasts a rapid 1ms GtG pixel response time speed for no noticeable trailing behind fast-moving objects and a smooth fast-paced gaming experience.
There are five response time overdrive modes: Off, Picture Quality, Balance, Speed, and Smart OD.
The default ‘Off’ setting offers the best gaming experience with no particularly noticeable ghosting or overshoot across the entire refresh rate range.
Between 120Hz and 144Hz, the Picture Quality mode is better as it has less ghosting at a cost of minor overshoot, whereas between 60Hz and 100Hz (or if you’re using VRR), Picture Quality will have too much overshoot.
Smart OD is supposed to automatically select the best overdrive setting according to frame rate, but it’s not well optimized and should be avoided.
The Aorus FI32U has AMD’s FreeSync Premium Pro certification, ensuring flawless VRR performance and optimal HDR tone/gamut mapping in compatible games. The supported VRR range is 48-144Hz over both HDMI and DisplayPort.
While the monitor is not officially certified as ‘G-SYNC Compatible’ by NVIDIA, VRR works without issues with GeForce cards as well.
Gigabyte’s Aim Stabilizer Sync is also available, which allows you to use the Aim Stabilizer backlight strobing technology at the same time as VRR. This reduces perceived motion blur and prevents screen tearing, but picture brightness is reduced.
It also introduces screen flickering that’s invisible to the human eye, but those sensitive to flicker may experience headaches after prolonged use. When Aim Stabilizer/Sync is disabled, the backlight is completely flicker-free.
Input lag is low, so there’s no perceptible delay between your actions and the result on the screen. To ensure the lowest latency, make sure you have at least the F06 firmware version installed.
Features
The Gigabyte Aorus FI32U offers plenty of features and adjustments, all of which are neatly organized in the OSD (On-Screen Display) menu or the OSD Sidekick desktop application.
Beneath the monitor’s bottom bezel is a directional joystick for quick and easy navigation through the menu.
Useful gaming features include Black Equalizer (improves visibility in darker scenes), crosshair overlays and various picture presets (FPS, RTS/MOBA, three customizable modes, etc.).
You’ll also find PiP/PbP, 6-axis hue/saturation, sharpness and gamma settings.
The Dashboard feature allows you to track PC system performance, such as CPU/GPU temperature, utilization, etc. on the screen.
At the rear of the monitor, there’s customizable RGB Fusion 2.0 lighting (color cycle, static, flash and pulse).
Lastly, the monitor has an integrated KVM switch, allowing you to effortlessly swap your keyboard/mouse control between multiple devices connected to the screen.
Design & Connectivity
The stand of the monitor is robust and versatile with up to 130mm height adjustment, 90° pivot, +/- 20° swivel, -5°/20° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.
The bezels are ultra-thin at the top and at the sides, while the screen has a light matte anti-glare coating that eliminates reflections.
Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, two HDMI 2.1 ports, USB-C (DP 1.4 Alt Mode), a headphone jack, a microphone jack with ANC (active noise canceling), an audio line-out port and a dual-USB 3.0 hub.
The FI32U also supports the 4K 120Hz mode for the XSX and PS5, as well as 1080p 120Hz (Xbox and PS5) and 1440p 120Hz (Xbox).
Note that the HDMI 2.1 ports of the monitor are limited to 24 Gbps and use DSC (Display Stream Compression) for 4K 144Hz 10-bit color 4:4:4.
This is not an issue for Xbox consoles or modern graphics cards, however, the PS5 is limited to 4K 120Hz 10-bit color with 4:2:0 instead of 4:2:2 as it lacks DSC; you most likely won’t notice it in games though.
Price & Similar Monitors
The Gigabyte Aorus FI32U price ranges from $700 to $1,000. We recommend going with the M32U model instead – it’s the same monitor with a different design and without the RGB lighting and ANC that’s usually $100 – $200 cheaper than the FI32U.
If you want a 32″ 4K 144Hz IPS monitor, we recommend the LG 32GQ950 for $1,000 since it has better HDR support, faster response time and an A-TW polarizer that helps with IPS glow and perceived contrast ratio.
For HDR, we recommend investing $100 – $300 more for the Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 with an 1196-zone mini LED FALD backlight.
For more information and similar monitors, visit our comprehensive and always up-to-date best gaming monitor buyer’s guide.
You also might be interested in our dedicated best PS5/XSX and 4K 144Hz (HDMI 2.1) monitor guides.
Conclusion
All in all, the Gigabyte Aorus FI32U delivers excellent image quality thanks to its high pixel density and vibrant colors, while its quick response time and VRR support ensure smooth performance.
It’s expensive, but it’s a premium product aimed at those who can afford to run games at 4K UHD resolution with high frame rates and high picture settings – in which case, it’s worth the money if you want to put your PC to good use.
Specifications
| Screen Size | 31.5-inch |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 (UHD) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 (Widescreen) |
| Refresh Rate | 144Hz |
| Response Time | 1ms (GtG) |
| Response Time (MPRT) | 1ms (MPRT) Aim Stabilizer Sync |
| Adaptive-Sync | FreeSync (48-144Hz) |
| Ports | DisplayPort 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.1 |
| Other Ports | Headphone Jack, Microphone Jack, Audio-Out, 2x USB 3.0 |
| Brightness | 350 cd/m² |
| Brightness (HDR) | 400 cd/m² |
| Contrast Ratio | 1000:1 (static) |
| Colors | 1.07 billion (8-bit + FRC) 90% DCI-P3, 123% sRGB |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 |
| Local Dimming | 16-zone |
| VESA | Yes (100x100mm) |
The Pros:
- Accurate and consistent colors
- Wide color gamut, sRGB mode
- Quick response time speed
- 4K UHD, DisplayHDR 400 with 16 dimming zones
- Plenty of features, including FreeSync + MBR up to 144Hz
- Fully ergonomic stand, rich connectivity options, KVM switch, HDMI 2.
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The Cons:
- IPS glow and mediocre contrast ratio (as expected from this panel technology)
- Some overshoot at low refresh rates/when using VRR with the Picture Quality overdrive mode
Aorus FI32U review
Gigabyte Aorus FI32U is a great monitor with IPS 4K 144Hz screen. Designed for NextGen console gamers, this is one of the first monitors on the market to support HDMI 2.1. PC gamers are also in luck as it uses DSC video stream compression technology. The FI32U monitor provides excellent gaming experience with high refresh rate, low output latency and fast response time.
In addition, this is also an excellent monitor for most other uses. The high pixel density ensures outstanding text clarity, wide viewing angles, and excellent gray uniformity. Unfortunately, like most IPS monitors, it has a low contrast ratio. In the Gigabyte Aorus FI32U review, we will describe in detail the advantages and disadvantages of one of the fastest 4K monitors.
Aorus FI32U overview
Design The
Aorus FI32U looks exactly like the larger FI27Q-X. The monitor has a clean matte black chassis with an aggressive aesthetic on the back and stand. The display is bezel-less on three sides, so the screen appears larger than it actually is, despite the internal borders of the panel itself. The monitor takes up a lot of space compared to similar options.
It needs almost 30 cm of depth on your table. Plus, its width can get in the way of bookshelf speakers if the desk isn’t wide enough. In front of the display itself, objects can be placed without problems. The Aorus FI32U monitor is quite heavy, but that can only mean that it is stable and stable, unlike many large monitors.
The build quality of the Aorus FI32U is excellent. It is built like a tank with high quality materials, just like its predecessors. The plastic panels of the case are thick and durable, there are no cosmetic defects on the details of the monitor.
The stand is made of metal, so it protects the monitor and keeps it from wobble, even if you type a lot on the keyboard.
The Aorus FI32U has RGB lighting on the back in the form of wings or chevrons, like many of the brand’s products. They have a decent glow, which can provide additional illumination in case of night work. Beneficial relaxation for the eyes. The lighting also syncs with the brand’s RGB Fusion ecosystem, so it’s possible to create themed lighting if you already own other Aorus hardware.
The stand included with the Aorus FI32U allows for tilt, swivel and height adjustment. It is made of metal, which is pleasant to the touch, and provides a stable support for the large screen. It is possible to replace this part with a VESA mount, but this is only necessary if desk space is limited or if multiple screens are used. The display can also be rotated from landscape to portrait.
Display and performance
The Aorus FI32U display boasts a 32-inch IPS panel with 3840 x 2160 resolution, 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms MPRT response time.
Brightness ranges from 350 to 400 nits, and the contrast ratio is listed at 1000:1, like most IPS panels. This model is HDR 400 certified, but HDR performance won’t be as impressive as brighter models like the PG32UQX.
The Gigabyte FI32U features exceptional text clarity thanks to its high resolution and high pixel density. While using Windows ClearType slightly improves text legibility, it’s not necessary because text looks good without this option. Games and movies will look great too. In other words, the FI32U can be used for both productivity and entertainment.
Color rendering and uniformity
Aorus FI32U displays 99% sRGB and about 82% DCI-P3 space. It’s not the best, but decent enough for gaming purposes. Its default precision has a mean deltaE of 2.35. This means that color errors will not be visible to the naked eye for most users. The screen looks balanced from the factory. A slight adjustment makes the color reproduction almost perfect with dE 0.
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Aorus FI32U panel uniformity is excellent. There are no significant backlight leaks or dimming issues on its large screen. There are some deviations that become a little noticeable in dark scenes, but in most cases they are not disturbing. Please note that this aspect varies between each instance, so there are best and worst among them.
Gaming features
The Aorus FI32U is great when it comes to pixel response time, as it has virtually no blurring or smearing by default. You don’t need to use overdrive (pixel transition speed) settings as they will cause contouring unless the monitor is running at 60Hz, which is unlikely. In general, the monitor is great for all types of games.
It is also compatible with both FreeSync and G-Sync, so owners of Nvidia and AMD GPUs can enjoy the benefits of VRR technology. It’s now a must-have feature so you don’t get stuck with one brand of GPU when it’s time to upgrade. The output latency (input lag) is slightly higher at 6ms, but it’s still pretty good.
Sound
Notably, the FI32U monitor has an ESS Saber DAC chip built in to improve sound quality. The monitor works best with headphones that do not require a lot of power, but are able to reproduce crisp and clear sound, perfect for gaming. This and ANC 2.0 (the function of cleaning the sound on the headphones) are nowhere else.
The Aorus FI 32 U monitor does not have speakers, but apparently the manufacturer knows that gamers often prefer headphones for better focus and immersion. This proves the presence of active noise cancellation and a DAC chip. Therefore, the FI32U model is an excellent choice if you care about the sounds in the game, their clarity and clarity.
Connections
Aorus FI32U has DisplayPort 1.4 DSC for PC and two HDMI 2.1 ports for Xbox One Series X or PS5. There’s also a USB-C port for modern laptops, three USB 3.0 ports, and two 3.5mm jacks for audio pass-through. While the FI32U monitor supports HDMI 2.1, it is limited to 24Gbps and relies on DSC 1.
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Features FI32U
| Panel | |
| Diagonal | 31.5 « |
| Screen area | 697 x 392 mm |
| Panel type | LCD IPS |
| Touch screen | No |
| Approval | 4K 3840 x 2160 |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Pixel density | 140 ppi |
| Surface | Anti-glare glossy |
| Maximum brightness | 350 nits |
| Contrast | 1000:1 |
| Update rate | 144 Hz |
| Variable frequency technology | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Bit depth / color support | 8 bit + FRC (1.07 billion colors) |
| HDR compatible | HDR10 |
| Color range | 90% DCI-P3 |
| 123% sRGB | |
| Response time | 1 ms (GtG) |
| Viewing angle (H x V) | 178° x 178° |
| Pixel pitch | 0. 181 x 0.181 mm |
| Connections | |
| Ports | 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 input |
| 2 HDMI 2.1 inputs | |
| 1 USB Type-C port (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2) Input / Output | |
| 1 x USB Type-B port (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) Input / Output | |
| 2 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1) In/Out | |
| Analog connectors | 1 x 3.5 mm, inlet |
| 2 x 3.5 mm, outlet | |
| HDCP 9 support0064 | Yes |
| Built-in speakers | No |
| Memory card slots | No |
| Multi-input support | Picture in Picture (PIP), Picture by Picture (PBP) |
| Power supply | |
| Power input | 120 W (maximum) |
0. 5 W (standby) |
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| Parameters | 100 … 240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz |
| Power adapter type | Internal |
| Ergonomics | |
| Height adjustment | 130 mm |
| Rotation adjustment | + 90° |
| Swivel adjustment | 40° (-20 to 20°) |
| Tilt adjustment | -5 to 20° |
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| Interlock | Yes, Kensington |
| Dimensions and weights | |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 717.6 x 598.3 x 283.0 mm (with stand) |
| 717.6 x 424.3 x 71.3 mm (without stand) | |
| Weight | 10.9 kg (with stand) |
| 7.7 kg (without stand) |
Price FI32U
At the moment (September 2021), the Gigabyte AORUS FI32U monitor can be bought in foreign stores at a price of $1,000.
In the Russian Federation, the price tag has not yet been announced, the same situation with the start date of sales.
FI32U Review Summary
To conclude our review of GIGABYTE’s Aorus FI32U, this is a great choice if you want a big screen for your PC, PS5, or Xbox Series X. features such as built-in DAC and noise suppressor.
The Aorus FI32U is worth the money, even if it lacks proper HDR features and other features like wide color gamut coverage. Yes, it’s worth the money considering what you get with it. It’s a great choice for PC gaming enthusiasts and a must-have for multi-platform gamers who own next generation consoles.
https://ultrahd.su/monitory/gigabyte-aorus-fi32u-obzor.htmlAorus FI32U review 144 Hz. Designed for NextGen console gamers, this is one of the first monitors on the market to support HDMI 2.1. PC gamers are also in luck as it uses DSC video stream compression technology. The FI32U monitor provides excellent gaming experience with high refresh rate,.
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Screen
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| Horizontal FOV | 178 degrees |
| Horizontal Dot Pitch | 0.181 mm |
| Max. frame rate at max. Resolution | 144Hz |
| Contrast Ratio | 1000:1 |
| Response Time | 1ms |
| version HDMI | 2.1 |
| version of DISPLAYPORT | 1.
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