Display
31.5 in, QD-OLED, 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p
31.5
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 240 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
250 cd/m²
250 cd
Contrast Ratio
1500000 : 1
1500000
Overview
Built around a QD-OLED panel, the ASUS PA32UCDMR-K runs at 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p with a 48 Hz - 240 Hz refresh range. Colour and light output come in at 250 cd/m² typical brightness, 1500000 : 1 contrast and 100 % sRGB coverage. Motion handling is rated at 0.1 ms GtG. Ports include 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x USB-A.
BrandASUSPanel TypeQD-OLEDResolution3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160pRefresh Rate48 Hz - 240 Hz
Key Highlights
- QD-OLED panel at 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p
- 48 Hz - 240 Hz refresh range — built for competitive, fast-paced gaming
- 0.1 ms GtG response time
- 1500000 : 1 contrast ratio
- 250 cd/m² typical brightness
- 100 % sRGB colour coverage
- Connectivity: 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x USB-A
- Stand: 130 mm (5.12 in) height travel, pivot
Who Should Buy the Asus PA32UCDMR-K
+ Best For
Colour-focused creators
100% sRGB, 99% DCI-P3 and 10-bit colour are listed
4K editors
3840 x 2160 resolution provides a detailed 31.5-inch workspace
Creator-gamers
240 Hz, 0.1 ms GtG and VESA AdaptiveSync add strong motion capability
Portrait workflows
the stand supports ±90° pivot and 130 mm height adjustment
× Not Ideal For
Very bright studios
typical brightness is listed at 250 cd/m²
Users needing side-to-side stand movement
swivel is not supported
Laptop charging setups
the visible USB-C entry supplies only 15 W
Buyers requiring a complete port map
the supplied Ports line is truncated
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 240 Hz
High-refresh gaming range
Response Time
0.1 ms GtG
Manufacturer-published transition time
Brightness
250 cd/m²
Typical brightness as specified; peak figure not published
Contrast
1500000 : 1
Standard panel black depth
Colour Gamut
100 % sRGB
Standard game and web colour
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate48 Hz - 240 HzHigh ceiling supports competitive frame rates
Response Time0.1 ms (GtG)Published claim without independent testing
GPU Requirement3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p up to 240 HzHigh refresh ceiling needs a high-end GPU to fully utilise
HDR & Brightness Reality
The PA32UCDMR-K has useful HDR ingredients on paper: self-emissive QD-OLED pixels, a 1,000 cd/m² peak claim, DisplayHDR 400 True Black, HDR10, Dolby Vision and HLG. That is more meaningful than ordinary DisplayHDR 400 on a 400 cd/m² LCD. The caution is its 250 cd/m² typical brightness, which limits sustained bright output. No test-window size, duration or calibration result is supplied, so the peak figure should not be treated as constant full-screen brightness.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI1x HDMI 2.1Published port count and version
DisplayPort1x DisplayPort 1.4Input includes Display Stream Compression (DSC)
USB-CNot publishedNo one-cable laptop or charging function
USB Hub1x USB-A downstreamPeripherals can run through the screen
Audio OutNot listedCheck before buying if you need audio from the monitor
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint717.28 mm x 472.47 mm x 228 mm (W x H x D)Check desk width and depth before purchase
StandRemovable: YesA separate arm can replace the supplied base
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmUse a matching arm or wall mount
Tilt-5 ° to +20 °Covers the published forward and backward range
Height Adjust130 mm (5.12 in)Supports eye-level positioning
Swivel / PivotNo swivel / ±90 °Supports shared angles and portrait rotation
Real-World Use Cases
99% DCI-P3, 10-bit colour and multiple HDR formats are listed
100% sRGB and 4K resolution support detailed desktop work
240 Hz can make timelines, motion previews and general interaction feel more responsive
0.1 ms GtG and VESA AdaptiveSync add capability beyond a fixed-refresh studio monitor
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 48 Hz 240 Hz refresh range with 0.1 ms GtG response is built for competitive, fast-paced gaming
- 1500000 : 1 contrast delivers near-infinite black depth
- 100 % sRGB coverage solid coverage for everyday colour accuracy
- Built-in USB hub adds convenient peripheral connectivity
- Stand offers 130 mm (5.12 in) height adjustment, pivot
- Backed by 3 years
- 140 ppi / 55 ppcm keeps text and UI edges crisp at normal desk distance
- OLED per-pixel dimming gives true blacks and instant pixel response
- Built-in speakers mean audio works without extra cables
- KVM switch lets one keyboard/mouse control two connected PCs
- 100 x 100 mm VESA mount compatibility works with third-party arms and stands
- Low blue light and/or flicker-free modes support longer viewing comfort
Cons
- HDCP support isn’t explicitly confirmed for protected 4K/HDR streaming
- Limited or no USB-A downstream ports for connecting multiple accessories
- No adaptive-sync (FreeSync/G-Sync/AdaptiveSync) support is listed
Score & Ratings
9/10
Great
Model Information
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Series | ProArt |
| Model | PA32UCDMR-K |
| Model Alias | ProArt Display OLED PA32UCDMR-K |
| Full Product Name | ASUS PA32UCDMR-K |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Monitor Type | Professional / Creator Monitor |
| Market Position | Professional / Creator |
| Primary Use | Content Creation, Design & Color-Critical Work |
| Launch Status | 2025 |
| Available Colors | Silver |
| Warranty | 3 years (36 months) standard limited warranty from date of purchase |
| Panel Warranty | 3 years |
| Burn-In Warranty | 3 years (36 months) OLED panel burn-in coverage on most models |
Display & Panel
14
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 31.5 in | |
| Exact Diagonal | 800.5 mm (31.52 in) | |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | |
| Active Display Width | 696.48 mm (27.42 in) | |
| Active Display Height | 394.73 mm (15.54 in) | |
| Display Area | 90.76 % | |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED | QD-OLED affects viewing angles, black depth and color consistency — each panel technology trades these off differently. |
| Panel Technology | OLED | |
| Panel Manufacturer | Samsung | |
| OLED Technology | QD-OLED | |
| Backlight Type | Self-emissive (no backlight — OLED) | |
| Self-Emissive Display | Yes | |
| Quantum Dot | Yes | |
| 3D Support | No |
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p | |
| Pixel Density | 140 ppi / 55 ppcm | 140 ppi / 55 ppcm indicates how much scaling may be needed in the operating system for comfortable reading. |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.182 mm (0.01 in) |
Picture Quality & Color
18
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits | |
| FRC | No | |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits | |
| Typical Brightness | 250 cd/m² | |
| Peak Brightness | 1000 cd/m² | |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1500000 : 1 | |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° | |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° | |
| HDR Support | DisplayHDR 400 True BlackDolby VisionHDR10HLG |
|
| HDR10 | Yes | |
| HLG | Yes | |
| Dolby Vision | Yes | |
| sRGB Coverage | 100 % | 100 % indicates how much of that color space the panel can reproduce, which affects color accuracy for photo/video work. |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 99 % | |
| Color Accuracy | Yes | |
| Hardware Calibration | Yes | |
| Gamma Adjustment | Yes | |
| Color Adjustment | Yes |
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 240 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 240 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 0.1 ms |
| Adaptive-Sync | Yes |
| Motion Blur Reduction | Yes |
| GameFast Input | Yes |
| GameVisual | Yes |
| Picture-by-Picture | Yes |
| Picture-in-Picture | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 1 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 15 kHz - 583 kHz |
| HDMI FRL | Yes |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| USB-C Video Input | Yes |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
| Display Stream Compression | Yes |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 15 W |
| USB-A Ports | 1 |
| KVM Switch | Yes |
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 3 W |
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
14
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| VESA Mount | Yes | |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm | |
| Removable Stand | Yes | |
| Height Adjustment | Yes | 130 mm (5.12 in) of travel allows the screen to be raised or lowered for a comfortable eye-level position. |
| Height Adjustment Range | 130 mm (5.12 in) | |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes | |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° | |
| Backward Tilt | 20 ° | |
| Swivel Adjustment | No | |
| Left Pivot | 90 ° | |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° | |
| Portrait Mode | Yes | |
| Security Lock | Yes | |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 717.28 mm x 472.47 mm x 228 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 717.28 mm x 422.3 mm x 42.4 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 9.2 kg (20.28 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 6.7 kg (14.77 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 228 mm (8.98 in) |
Power & Operating Conditions
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Average Power Consumption | 32 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W |
| Energy Efficiency Class SDR | G |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 10 % - 90 % |
| Operating Altitude | 5000 m / 16404.2 ft |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 60 °C / -4 °F - 140 °F |
| Storage Humidity | 10 % - 80 % |
| Storage Altitude | 12192 m / 40000 ft |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
17
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Auto Brightness | Yes |
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes |
| Proximity Sensor | Yes |
| OLED Protection | Yes |
| OLED Care | Yes |
| Burn-In Protection | Yes (ASUS OLED Care / OLED Care Pro) |
| Thermal Management | Yes |
| Custom Heatsink | Yes |
| Graphene Cooling Film | Yes |
| Desktop Control Software | Yes |
| Monitor Management Software | Yes |
| Screen Split | Yes |
| Multiple HDR Modes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features | Ambient Light Sensor; Aspect Ratio Control; Asus DisplayWidget Center; Asus Power Sync; Asus ProArt Creator Hub; Asus ProArt Hardware Calibration; Asus ProArt Palette; Asus ProArt Presets (12 modes and 3 user modes); Auto Brightness Limiter (ABL); CalMAN Ready; Clear Pixel Edge algorithm; Color Accuracy; ColourSpace Integration; Color Temperature Selection (5 modes); Custom heatsink with graphene; GamePlus; GameFast Input; GameVisual; HDR Preview; Mac Compliance; Multiple HDR Modes; Proximity Sensor; QuickFit Plus; Smart KVM; Uniform Brightness |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | Yes |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| VESA DisplayHDR | DisplayHDR 400 True Black |
Included Accessories
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable |
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
| USB-C Cable | USB Type-C to Type-A cable |
Packaging Information
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 820 mm x 577 mm x 282 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Width | 820 mm (32.28 in) |
| Package Height | 577 mm (22.72 in) |
| Package Depth | 282 mm (11.10 in) |
| Package Weight | 18 kg (39.68 lbs) |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Why does this ProArt monitor run at up to 240 Hz? +
The high refresh rate can improve motion clarity and desktop responsiveness as well as gaming. It also gives video and animation users a smoother interface, although the sheet does not describe workflow-specific refresh modes.
02 Is 15 W USB-C enough for a creator laptop? +
It is enough for low-power devices and some accessory charging, but it is far below the power draw of many performance laptops. The listed port is downstream, so the exact video and host behaviour should be checked from the complete manual.
03 What is lost because the stand has no swivel? +
You can still adjust height by 130 mm, tilt from -5° to +20°, and rotate the panel ±90° for portrait use. Turning the entire display left or right requires moving the stand or using a VESA arm.
04 Can the published port list be trusted as complete? +
No. The supplied Ports entry ends part-way through the DisplayPort text, so only the visible HDMI and USB details can be stated confidently. Missing text should not be filled in from assumptions.
05 Is 250 cd/m² typical brightness a concern for HDR work? +
It limits sustained brightness even though the sheet claims a 1,000 cd/m² peak. The OLED black level and True Black certification may still help contrast, but the sheet gives no measured full-screen HDR performance.
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