
31.5″ Gigabyte GS32Q – Full Specifications
Big and simple, the Gigabyte GS32Q is a 31.5-inch QHD IPS gaming monitor for players who want a large flat screen at a fair price.
Overview
Big and simple, the Gigabyte GS32Q is a 31.5-inch QHD IPS gaming monitor for players who want a large flat screen at a fair price. The 2560 × 1440 panel runs 48–170 Hz (165 Hz native) with a 1 ms MPRT response, 300 nits, a 1200:1 contrast ratio and a 10-bit signal. Two HDMI 2.0 ports and a DisplayPort 1.4 handle connections, and Picture-by-Picture, Aim Stabilizer and Black Equalizer are included. It weighs 7.2 kg and has a tilt-only stand.
- 31.5-inch IPS QHD (2560 × 1440) at 93 ppi
- 48–170 Hz (165 Hz native), 1 ms MPRT, FreeSync Premium
- 300 nits, 1200:1 contrast, 10-bit panel
- 2× HDMI 2.0 and 1× DisplayPort 1.4
- Picture-by-Picture, Aim Stabilizer, tilt-only stand, 7.2 kg, 2023
Pros & Cons
- Large 31.5-inch canvas with a smooth 165 Hz native rate
- 10-bit panel for smoother gradients
- Picture-by-Picture shows two sources at once
- Easier to drive than a 4K screen
- IPS viewing angles suit shared viewing
- 93 ppi looks softer than a 27-inch QHD screen
- Stand only tilts, so height needs an arm
- No built-in speakers or USB ports
- 7.2 kg needs a firm desk
Score & Ratings
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | GIGABYTE |
| Model | GS32Q |
| Full Product Name | GIGABYTE GS32Q |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor |
| Monitor Category | Esports / Compact Gaming Monitor |
| Market Position | Esports-Focused Gaming |
| Primary Use | Competitive Esports Gaming |
| Region / Variant | Not specified |
| Launch Status | Model year 2023 |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Burn-In Warranty | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 31.5 in (inches) |
| Exact Diagonal | 801 mm (millimeters) / 80.1 cm (centimeters) / 31.5354 in (inches) / 2.628 ft (feet) |
| Screen Format | 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 / 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 698.112 mm (millimeters) / 69.8112 cm (centimeters) / 27.4847 in (inches) / 2.2904 ft (feet) |
| Active Display Height | 392.688 mm (millimeters) / 39.2688 cm (centimeters) / 15.4602 in (inches) / 1.2883 ft (feet) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Panel Technology | IPS |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
31.5" Display Size (80 cm) 16:9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p |
| Pixel Density | 93 ppi (pixels per inch) / 36 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.273 mm (millimeters) / 0.0273 cm (centimeters) / 0.0107 in (inches) / 0.0009 ft (feet) |
Resolution at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 300 cd / m² (candela per square meter) |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1200 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° (degrees) |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° (degrees) |
Fills more of your view — great for productivity, may need slight head turns toward the edges.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 170 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 170 Hz (hertz) / Native - 165 Hz / Overclock - 170 Hz |
| MPRT Response Time | 1 ms (MPRT) |
| Adaptive-Sync | Yes |
| AMD FreeSync | Yes |
| Black Equalizer | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| Picture-by-Picture | Yes |
| Picture-in-Picture | Yes |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| HDMI Version | 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Ports & Connections
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | Yes |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | No |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° (degrees) |
| Backward Tilt | 20 ° (degrees) / Cable management |
| Swivel Adjustment | No |
| Portrait Mode | No |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand |
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| Weight With Stand | 7.2 kg (kilograms) / 15.87 lbs (pounds) |
| Stand Depth | 238 mm (millimeters) / 23.8 cm (centimeters) / 9.3701 in (inches) / 0.7808 ft (feet) |
Power & Operating Conditions 6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V (volts) |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V (volts) |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz (hertz) |
| Average Power Consumption | 36 W (watts) |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W (watts) |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W (watts) |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Screen Split | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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Certifications, Standards & Licenses 6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| RoHS | Yes |
| CE | Yes |
| FCC | Yes |
| WEEE | Yes |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Draws less power than 68% of the 695 comparable displays we track.
