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ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP Monitor Review

Tested using Methodology v2.0
Reviewed Sep 20, 2024 at 08:52 am
ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP Picture
9.2
PC Gaming
9.2
Console Gaming
8.2
Office
9.0
Editing
7.0
Brightness
9.8
Response Time
8.9
HDR Picture
9.9
SDR Picture
8.5
Color Accuracy

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP is a 32-inch, 4k gaming monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate. However, it also has a special mode that increases its refresh rate to 480Hz with a reduced 1080p resolution. Additionally, it has extra productivity perks like a USB-C port with up to 90W of power delivery and a KVM switch that makes it easy to multitask with different computers. As a part of the Republic of Gamers (ROG) lineup, it competes against a number of other 32-inch OLED displays. This includes other 32-inch 240Hz WOLED monitors, such as the LG 32GS95UE-B, as well as 32-inch QD-OLEDs such as the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8/G80SD S32DG80 and the Dell Alienware AW3225QF. This monitor has features to help prevent burn-in, like a custom heatsink and OLED Care settings.

Our Verdict

9.2 PC Gaming

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP is outstanding for PC gaming. It has a near-instantaneous response time that results in crisp motion and low input lag for a responsive feel. Its near-infinite contrast ratio and perfect black uniformity are ideal for dark room gaming, and blacks look deep and inky. It also has a 240Hz refresh rate, so motion looks extremely crisp, and it feels very responsive. Additionally, this monitor has a 1080p @ 480Hz mode, which is outstanding for esports and competitive gaming. One downside is its noticeable VRR flicker in dark scenes with changing frame rates, though it has a VRR flicker reduction system that reduces flicker at the expense of added stuttering.

Pros
  • Deep and inky blacks.
  • Perfect black uniformity.
  • 240Hz refresh rate and VRR support.
  • Near-instantaneous response time.
  • 480Hz Frame Rate Boost mode.
  • Flicker reduction system.
  • Low input lag.
Cons
  • Noticeable VRR flicker with changing frame rates.
9.2 Console Gaming

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP is fantastic for console gaming. It has HDMI 2.1 bandwidth and perfect compatibility with the PS5 and the Xbox Series X|S. Because of its near instantaneous response time, it delivers a very crisp image, and its low input lag creates a responsive feel. It also displays deep blacks in a dark room, so it's great if you're gaming in a darker environment.

Pros
  • Deep and inky blacks.
  • Near-instantaneous response time.
  • HDMI 2.1 bandwidth.
  • Low input lag.
Cons
8.2 Office

Although the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP is great for office work, it has some limitations. Its wide viewing angles make sharing your screen with someone else easy. Additionally, it has fantastic text clarity. However, while it works well with a few lights, it doesn't get bright enough to fight strong glare. Additionally, it has the risk of permanent burn-in with constant exposure to the same static elements over time, which is a problem if you're only using it for office work.

Pros
  • Incredible reflection handling.
  • Wide viewing angles.
  • Superb text clarity.
Cons
  • Risk of burn-in.
9.0 Editing

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP is fantastic for content creation. Its large 4k screen provides a detailed workspace for editing content, and you can easily have multiple windows open at the same time. It's also great for editing content in HDR, as small highlights get bright enough to pop, and it displays a wide range of colors. Additionally, its sRGB mode is fairly accurate even before calibration. However, you need to calibrate it for the best accuracy, and all parts of scenes are a bit too dark before calibration. Finally, OLEDs like this can be prone to burn-in with constant exposure to the same static elements over time.

Pros
  • Incredible reflection handling.
  • Wide viewing angles.
  • Superb text clarity.
  • Deep and inky blacks.
Cons
  • Risk of burn-in.
7.0 Brightness

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP has decent brightness. It's bright enough to fight glare in most well-lit rooms, but not if you have it opposite a sunny window. It also gets bright enough in HDR to make small highlights pop, but larger highlights are dimmer.

Pros
  • Small highlights stand out.
Cons
  • Not bright enough to fight really intense glare.
9.8 Response Time

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP has a near-instantaneous response time, resulting in exceptionally sharp motion.

Pros
  • Near-instantaneous response time.
  • Outstanding refresh rate compliance.
Cons
8.9 HDR Picture

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP is amazing for HDR. Thanks to its near-infinite contrast ratio and perfect black uniformity, it displays deep and inky blacks without any blooming around bright objects. It also displays a wide range of colors and makes them look vivid.

Pros
  • Deep and inky blacks.
  • Perfect black uniformity.
  • Displays a wide range of vivid colors.
Cons
9.9 SDR Picture

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP has outstanding SDR picture quality, displaying deep, inky blacks and a wide range of colors.

Pros
  • Deep and inky blacks.
  • Displays a wide range of vivid colors.
Cons
8.5 Color Accuracy

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP has excellent color accuracy. While it has an accurate sRGB mode, you still need to calibrate it for the best accuracy.

Pros
  • Fantastic gray uniformity.
Cons
  • Gamma doesn't follow the target curve.
  • 9.2 PC Gaming
  • 9.2 Console Gaming
  • 8.2 Office
  • 9.0 Editing

Performance Usages

  • 7.0 Brightness
  • 9.8 Response Time
  • 8.9 HDR Picture
  • 9.9 SDR Picture
  • 8.5 Color Accuracy
  1. Updated Sep 20, 2024: Review published.
  2. Updated Sep 12, 2024: Early access published.
  3. Updated Sep 04, 2024: Our testers have started testing this product.
  4. Updated Aug 29, 2024: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
  5. Updated Aug 20, 2024: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.

Differences Between Sizes And Variants

We tested the 32-inch ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP, which is the only size available for this monitor. It's one of many monitors in ASUS's 2024 lineup with an OLED panel, including the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP and the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM. However, the PG32UCDM is a different monitor with a QD-OLED display. The results are only valid for this model.

Model Size Resolution Panel Type Refresh Rate
PG32UCDP 32" 4k/1080p WOLED 240Hz/480Hz
PG32UCDM 32" 4k QD-OLED 240Hz

Our unit's label indicates it was manufactured in July 2024. We tested it with firmware MCM103.

Compared To Other Monitors

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP is a high-end gaming monitor for those who want the most responsive gaming experience. While it has a very impressive 4k @ 240Hz mode with vivid colors and bright highlights, its standout feature is its 1080p @ 480Hz Frame Rate Boost mode. This monitor has extraordinarily low input lag and response time, so it's an exceptional choice if you plan to play both immersive games in 4k and are an esports enthusiast. It's also better than some 32-inch OLEDs for productivity, as it has a KVM switch and delivers up to 90W of power over USB-C. However, if you want the most vivid colors, other 32-inch monitors with a QD-OLED display, like the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8/G80SD S32DG80, deliver more vibrant colors and cost less.

See our recommendations for the best 4k gaming monitors, the best 240Hz monitors, and the best OLED monitors.

ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM and the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP are 32-inch 4k OLED monitors. The PG32UCDP is a better choice if you want the most responsive feel, as it has a 1080p @ 480Hz mode that the PG32UCDM lacks. It also works better in a room with a fair amount of ambient light, as deep blacks won't appear slightly purple, as would on the PG32UCDM. Finally, the PG32UCDP has better text clarity, so it's a better option if you plan to use it for productivity work. However, if vivid colors are important to you then the PG32UCDM is the better choice, as it has more vivid colors in HDR.

LG 32GS95UE-B

The LG 32GS95UE-B and the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP are 32-inch 4k WOLED monitors. Both have very similar performance, including a special 1080p @ 480Hz mode for esports and other fast-paced games. The ASUS has a flicker reduction system, so you may prefer it if you're bothered by VRR flicker, as well as a KVM switch and 90W of power delivery, so it's a better choice if you plan to use it for some office work. However, if these things aren't important to you then the LG is a great option.

Dell Alienware AW3225QF

The Dell Alienware AW3225QF and the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP are both 32-inch 4k OLED gaming monitors. The ASUS is a better option if you plan to use the monitor for office work, as it has a KVM switch, delivers up to 90W of power over USB-C, and has better text clarity. The ASUS is also better if you want the most responsive feel, as it has a 1080p @ 480Hz mode. However, the Dell is better if you want more vivid colors.

Samsung Odyssey OLED G8/G80SD S32DG80

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8/G80SD S32DG80 and the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP are 32-inch 4k OLED gaming monitors. The ASUS is a better choice if you want the most responsive feel, as it has a 1080p @ 480Hz mode that's ideal for esports. The ASUS is also a better choice for productivity work, as it has a KVM switch and delivers up to 90W of power over USB-C. However, if having a TV-like experience is important to you the Samsung is a better option, as it has a remote and integrated smart apps. The Samsung also displays more vivid colors in HDR.

Test Results

perceptual testing image
Design
Design
Style
Curved
No
Curve Radius
Not Curved

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP has a sleek design with a gamer-oriented look. It's mainly gray and silver, with some black accents throughout. It has various RGB lighting zones, including on the back and below the stand. The stand has pins that attach to the monitor to transfer power for the lighting, and you can detach the cover at the bottom of the stand. You can also see the bottom of the stand without the cover.

9.0
Design
Build Quality

The build quality is fantastic. It's well-made, and there aren't any significant construction issues. The stand features a metal base and a plastic pillar, supporting the monitor well with minimal wobble. There isn't any noticeable fan noise or coil whine either, even after long periods of use.

6.0
Design
Ergonomics
Min Height To Top Of Panel
19.3" (48.9 cm)
Height Adjustment
3.1" (8.0 cm)
Tilt Range
-15° to 5°
Rotate Portrait/Landscape
No
Swivel Range
-15° to 15°
Wall Mount
VESA 100x100

The ergonomics are mediocre. While it offers the most common ergonomic adjustments, the range for each is limited. It's fine if you need to adjust it for yourself, but it can be more difficult to share your screen with someone sitting next to you. The stand features a cutout for cable management.

Design
Stand
Base Width
24.0" (61.0 cm)
Base Depth
11.8" (30.0 cm)
Thickness (With Display)
8.1" (20.5 cm)
Weight (With Display)
15.5 lbs (7.0 kg)

The tripod stand has a wide footprint, so you'll need a big desk to place it on, and it holds the screen well.

Design
Display
Size
32"
Housing Width
28.1" (71.5 cm)
Housing Height
17.0" (43.2 cm)
Thickness (Without Stand)
2.4" (6.2 cm)
Weight (Without Stand)
9.7 lbs (4.4 kg)
Borders Size (Bezels)
0.4" (0.9 cm)
Design
Controls

This ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP has a joystick and two buttons to control the on-screen display and power the display on and off, and they feel good to use.

Design
In The Box
Power Supply
External Brick

  • HDMI cable
  • DisplayPort cable
  • USB-B cable
  • USB-C cable
  • Power cable
  • Power brick
  • Documentation
  • Stickers
  • VESA mounting bracket
  • Accessory bag
  • Bottom light accessories

Picture Quality
10
Picture Quality
Contrast
Native Contrast
Inf : 1
Contrast With Local Dimming
Inf : 1

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP has a near-infinite contrast ratio, as its WOLED panel can turn individual pixels on and off. It displays deep blacks next to bright highlights in dark rooms.

10
Picture Quality
Local Dimming
Local Dimming
No
Backlight
No Backlight

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP doesn't have a backlight, so it doesn't require a local dimming feature. However, with a near-infinite contrast ratio, there isn't any blooming around bright objects, and it's the equivalent of a perfect local dimming feature. We still film these videos on the monitor so you can see how the screen performs and compare it with a monitor that has local dimming.

7.1
Picture Quality
SDR Brightness
Real Scene
240 cd/m²
Peak 2% Window
430 cd/m²
Peak 10% Window
429 cd/m²
Peak 25% Window
339 cd/m²
Peak 50% Window
291 cd/m²
Peak 100% Window
270 cd/m²
Sustained 2% Window
426 cd/m²
Sustained 10% Window
425 cd/m²
Sustained 25% Window
337 cd/m²
Sustained 50% Window
290 cd/m²
Sustained 100% Window
270 cd/m²
Automatic Brightness Limiting (ABL)
0.032
Minimum Brightness
28 cd/m²

Settings

  • Game Visual: User Mode (after calibration)
  • Uniform Brightness: Off
  • Brightness: 100
  • Auto Logo Brightness: Off
  • Screen Saver: Off
  • Screen Move: Off

The SDR brightness is decent. While it doesn't get bright enough to fight intense glare, it's fine if you have a few lights around. If you turn Uniform Brightness 'On,' then the brightness is lower but more even, as you can see below:

  • Real Scene: 265 cd/m²
  • ABL: 0.001
Percent WindowPeakSustained
2% Window268 cd/m²267 cd/m²
10% Window266 cd/m²265 cd/m²
25% Window267 cd/m²266 cd/m²
50% Window268 cd/m²267 cd/m²
100% Window268 cd/m²267 cd/m²

7.0
Picture Quality
HDR Brightness
VESA DisplayHDR Certification
DisplayHDR TRUE BLACK 400
Real Scene
451 cd/m²
Peak 2% Window
1,080 cd/m²
Peak 10% Window
694 cd/m²
Peak 25% Window
352 cd/m²
Peak 50% Window
279 cd/m²
Peak 100% Window
258 cd/m²
Sustained 2% Window
1,051 cd/m²
Sustained 10% Window
681 cd/m²
Sustained 25% Window
351 cd/m²
Sustained 50% Window
278 cd/m²
Sustained 100% Window
258 cd/m²
Automatic Brightness Limiting (ABL)
0.089

Settings

  • HDR Setting: Console HDR
  • Adjustable HDR: On
  • Brightness: 100
  • Uniform Brightness: Off
  • Auto Logo Brightness: Off
  • Screen Saver: Off
  • Screen Move: Off

The HDR brightness is decent. It gets bright enough to make smaller highlights pop, but it can't sustain this brightness with larger highlights, so they don't stand out as much. It follows the PQ EOTF curve well, and there's a sharp roll-off at peak brightness, so highlights get as bright as possible. You can also see the results in the 'Console' mode with Uniform Brightness on and off, as well as 'DisplayHDR True Black 400' below:

HDR SettingConsole (Uniform Brightness On)Console (Uniform Brightness Off)True Black 400
Real Scene449 cd/m²451 cd/m²455 cd/m²
ABL0.0710.0890.038
Peak 2%728 cd/m²1,080 cd/m²446 cd/m²
Peak 10%694 cd/m²694 cd/m²445 cd/m²
Peak 25%352 cd/m²352 cd/m²326 cd/m²
Peak 50%278 cd/m²279 cd/m²279 cd/m²
Peak 100%258 cd/m²258 cd/m²257 cd/m²
Sustained 2%713 cd/m²1,051 cd/m²441 cd/m²
Sustained 10%678 cd/m²681 cd/m²440 cd/m²
Sustained 25%352 cd/m²351 cd/m²324 cd/m²
Sustained 50%278 cd/m²278 cd/m²278 cd/m²
Sustained 100%257 cd/m²258 cd/m²257 cd/m²
EOTF
(Adjustable
HDR On)
ChartChartChart
EOTF
(Adjustable
HDR Off)
ChartChartChart

10
Picture Quality
Horizontal Viewing Angle
Color Washout From Left
70°
Color Washout From Right
70°
Color Shift From Left
70°
Color Shift From Right
70°
Brightness Loss From Left
70°
Brightness Loss From Right
70°
Black Level Raise From Left
70°
Black Level Raise From Right
70°
Gamma Shift From Left
70°
Gamma Shift From Right
70°

The horizontal viewing angle is outstanding. Although it technically isn't perfect, you visually won't see any inconsistencies when viewing from the sides or if you sit close to the screen.

10
Picture Quality
Vertical Viewing Angle
Color Washout From Below
70°
Color Washout From Above
70°
Color Shift From Below
70°
Color Shift From Above
70°
Brightness Loss From Below
70°
Brightness Loss From Above
70°
Black Level Raise From Below
70°
Black Level Raise From Above
70°
Gamma Shift From Below
70°
Gamma Shift From Above
70°

The vertical viewing angle is remarkable. The screen looks the same, even if you're standing up and looking down at it.

8.7
Picture Quality
Gray Uniformity
50% Std. Dev.
1.633%
50% DSE
0.122%

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP has amazing gray uniformity. However, like any OLED, there are thin gray vertical lines in dark scenes, but you won't notice them unless you look for them.

10
Picture Quality
Black Uniformity
Native Std. Dev.
0.255%
Std. Dev. w/ L.D.
N/A

The black uniformity is fantastic, with a uniform black level across the entire screen.

8.2
Picture Quality
Color Accuracy (Pre-Calibration)
Picture Mode
sRGB Cal Mode
sRGB Gamut Area xy
104.1%
White Balance dE (Avg.)
3.59
Color Temperature (Avg.)
6,197 K
Gamma (Avg.)
2.34
Color dE (Avg.)
2.26
Contrast Setting
N/A
RGB Settings
Default
Gamma Setting
Default
Brightness Setting
80
Measured Brightness
114 cd/m²
Brightness Locked
No

The accuracy before calibration in the 'sRGB Cal Mode' is great. The color temperature is warm but still close to the 6500K target. The white balance is decent, and while the colors are a bit oversaturated, they're quite accurate. Gamma doesn't follow the target curve well, as most sections of scenes are too dark.

The following settings are locked out in 'sRGB Cal Mode':

Locked-out Settings

  • Shadow Boost
  • Uniform Brightness
  • Contrast
  • All Color Settings
  • ELMB
  • Aspect Control
  • Blue Light Filter

If you want to access these settings, then you need to use another mode with worse color accuracy, like 'User.'

9.1
Picture Quality
Color Accuracy (Post-Calibration)
Picture Mode
User Mode
sRGB Gamut Area xy
105.3%
White Balance dE (Avg.)
0.65
Color Temperature (Avg.)
6,553 K
Gamma (Avg.)
2.21
Color dE (Avg.)
0.84
Contrast Setting
80
RGB Settings
100-100-98
Gamma Setting
2.2
Brightness Setting
28
Measured Brightness
101 cd/m²
ICC Profile
Download

The accuracy after calibration is fantastic, and you won't notice any issues. The 'User' picture mode is equally accurate in the standard 4k @ 240Hz mode and the 1080p @ 480Hz Frame Rate Boost mode.

9.7
Picture Quality
SDR Color Gamut
sRGB Coverage xy
100.0%
sRGB Picture Mode
User Mode
Adobe RGB Coverage xy
91.2%
Adobe RGB Picture Mode
User Mode

The SDR color gamut is superb. It displays all colors in the common sRGB color space and a wide range of colors in Adobe RGB. That said, some colors are off in Adobe RGB, as it oversaturates reds, and greens are inaccurate.

9.1
Picture Quality
HDR Color Gamut
Wide Color Gamut
Yes
DCI-P3 Coverage xy
97.1%
DCI-P3 Picture Mode
Console HDR
Rec. 2020 Coverage xy
70.8%
Rec. 2020 Picture Mode
Console HDR

The HDR color gamut is fantastic. It displays most colors in the common DCI-P3 color space, though a more limited range in Rec. 2020, and colors other than white are fairly accurate.

If you're running the latest firmware, you can calibrate the monitor in HDR with settings such as color temperature, brightness, saturation, contrast, 6-axis saturation, and VividPixel.

7.8
Picture Quality
HDR Color Volume
1,000 cd/m² DCI-P3 Coverage ICtCp
75.4%
DCI-P3 Picture Mode
Console HDR
10,000 cd/m² Rec. 2020 Coverage ICtCp
33.2%
Rec. 2020 Picture Mode
Console HDR

The HDR color volume is good. It displays dark colors well, but it doesn't display bright colors as vividly as QD-OLED displays.

9.0
Picture Quality
Text Clarity
Pixel Type
OLED
Subpixel Layout
RGWB

The text clarity is fantastic. Fringing is very minimal and isn't visible to some. This is at least partly due to the monitor's RGWB subpixel layout. These photos are in Windows 10, and you can also see them in Windows 11 with ClearType on and with ClearType off.

1080p @ 480Hz Frame Rate Boost

The text clarity looks worse when Frame Rate Boost is on, as this mode has a 1080p resolution. The text looks clearer in the 'Fill Up' mode than in the '27" Simulation' or '24.5" Simulation' modes.

9.0
Picture Quality
Reflections
Screen Finish
Semi-Gloss
Total Reflections
1.8%
Indirect Reflections
0.9%
Calculated Direct Reflections
1.0%

The reflection handling is incredible. The semi-gloss screen coating reduces glare quite well and looks less hazy than a full matte display.

9.6
Picture Quality
Gradient
Color Depth
10 Bit

While the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP has superb gradient handling, it causes very dark grays to appear black below a certain threshold level. It is possible to fix this by changing the Shadow Boost setting, though doing so causes bright grays to appear white. You can see how different Shadow Boost settings affect the black levels below:

  • Shadow Boost 1
  • Shadow Boost 2
  • Shadow Boost 3
  • AI Shadow Boost
  • Motion
    8.8
    Motion
    Refresh Rate
    Native Refresh Rate
    240 Hz
    Max Refresh Rate
    480 Hz
    Max Refresh Rate Over DP
    480 Hz
    Max Refresh Rate Over HDMI
    480 Hz
    Max Refresh Rate Over DP @ 10-bit
    480 Hz
    Max Refresh Rate Over HDMI @ 10-Bit
    480 Hz

    This monitor has two distinct operating modes: a standard 4k @ 240Hz mode and a 1080p @ 480Hz Frame Rate Boost mode. Both modes support 10-bit color at their maximum refresh rate.

    Motion
    Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)
    Variable Refresh Rate
    Yes
    FreeSync
    Yes
    G-SYNC
    Compatible (NVIDIA Certified)
    VRR Maximum
    480 Hz
    VRR Minimum
    < 20 Hz
    VRR Supported Connectors
    DisplayPort, HDMI

    4k @ 240Hz Standard Mode

    NVIDIAVRR MinVRR Max
    DisplayPort<20Hz240Hz
    HDMI<20Hz240Hz

    AMDVRR MinVRR Max
    DisplayPort<20Hz240Hz
    HDMI<20Hz240Hz

    On top of FreeSync and G-SYNC compatibility, the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP also supports HDMI Forum VRR. You can also see the results with Frame Rate Boost 'On':

    NVIDIAVRR MinVRR Max
    DisplayPort<20Hz480Hz
    HDMI<20Hz480Hz

    AMDVRR MinVRR Max
    DisplayPort<20Hz480Hz
    HDMI<20Hz480Hz

    9.8
    Motion
    VRR Motion Performance
    Recommended VRR OD Setting
    No OD Mode
    Variable Overdrive Advertised
    No
    Avg. CAD
    15
    Best CAD
    15
    Worst CAD
    15

    4k @ 240Hz Standard Mode

    Refresh RateCAD HeatmapRT ChartPursuit Photo
    239HzHeatmapChartPhoto
    165HzHeatmapChartPhoto
    144HzHeatmapChartPhoto
    120HzHeatmapChartPhoto
    100HzHeatmapChartPhoto
    80HzHeatmapChartPhoto
    60HzHeatmapChartPhoto

    The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP has outstanding motion handling across its entire refresh rate range with VRR enabled in both standard mode and Frame Rate Boost mode. CAD remains low throughout, and there's minimal blur with fast-moving objects.

    1080p @ 480Hz Frame Rate Boost Mode

    Refresh RateCAD HeatmapRT ChartSequencePursuit Photo
    476HzHeatmapChartSequencePhoto
    360HzHeatmapChartSequencePhoto
    240HzHeatmapChartSequenceN/A
    165HzHeatmapChartSequenceN/A
    144HzHeatmapChartSequenceN/A
    120HzHeatmapChartSequenceN/A
    100HzHeatmapChartSequenceN/A
    80HzHeatmapChartSequenceN/A
    60HzHeatmapChartSequenceN/A

    We've included sequence graphs above, so you can see more about how quickly the monitor transitions to the next frame at different refresh rates.

    9.7
    Motion
    Refresh Rate Compliance
    Compliance @ Max Hz
    91%
    Compliance @ 120 FPS
    94%
    Compliance @ 60 FPS
    96%

    The refresh rate compliance is outstanding. Its near-instantaneous response time means it makes full-color transitions before drawing the next frame.

    9.9
    Motion
    CAD @ Max Refresh Rate
    OD Transition Max Refresh Rate
    Recommended Overdrive Setting
    No OD Mode
    Avg. CAD
    15
    Best 10% CAD
    8
    Worst 10% CAD
    22

    4k @ 240Hz Standard Mode

    Overdrive ModeCAD HeatmapRT ChartPursuit Photo
    No OverdriveHeatmapChartPhoto

    The CAD at the maximum refresh rate in both standard and Frame Rate Boost modes is outstanding. It displays fast-moving objects as intended, and motion is extremely sharp.

    1080p @ 480Hz Frame Rate Boost Mode

    Overdrive ModeCAD HeatmapRT ChartPursuit Photo
    No OverdriveHeatmapChartPhoto

    Motion
    Response Time @ Max Refresh Rate
    Recommended Overdrive Setting
    No OD Mode
    First Response Time
    0.3 ms
    Total Response Time
    0.3 ms
    RGB Overshoot
    0 RGB
    Worst 10% First Response Time
    0.5 ms
    Worst 10% Total Response Time
    0.5 ms
    Worst 10% RGB Overshoot
    0 RGB

    4k @ 240Hz Standard Mode

    Overdrive ModeFirst Response HeatmapTotal Response HeatmapRGB Overshoot Heatmap
    No OverdriveHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap

    1080p @ 480Hz Frame Rate Boost Mode

    Overdrive ModeFirst Response HeatmapTotal Response HeatmapRGB Overshoot Heatmap
    No OverdriveHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap

    9.9
    Motion
    CAD @ 120Hz
    OD Transition 120Hz
    Recommended Overdrive Setting
    No OD Mode
    Avg. CAD
    15
    Best 10% CAD
    8
    Worst 10% CAD
    21

    4k @ 240Hz Standard Mode

    Overdrive ModeCAD HeatmapRT ChartPursuit Photo
    No OverdriveHeatmapChartPhoto

    The CAD at 120Hz is incredible in both standard and Frame Rate Boost modes. Pixels transition to their target RGB level almost instantly, so there isn't any blur trail or noticeable inverse ghosting.

    1080p @ 480Hz Frame Rate Boost Mode

    Overdrive ModeCAD HeatmapRT Chart
    No OverdriveHeatmapChart

    Motion
    Response Time @ 120Hz
    Recommended Overdrive Setting
    No OD Mode
    First Response Time
    0.3 ms
    Total Response Time
    0.3 ms
    RGB Overshoot
    0 RGB
    Worst 10% First Response Time
    0.4 ms
    Worst 10% Total Response Time
    0.7 ms
    Worst 10% RGB Overshoot
    1 RGB

    4k @ 240Hz Standard Mode

    Overdrive ModeFirst Response HeatmapTotal Response HeatmapRGB Overshoot Heatmap
    No OverdriveHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap

    1080p @ 480Hz Frame Rate Boost Mode

    Overdrive ModeFirst Response HeatmapTotal Response HeatmapRGB Overshoot Heatmap
    No OverdriveHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap

    9.9
    Motion
    CAD @ 60Hz
    OD Transition 60Hz
    Recommended Overdrive Setting
    No OD Mode
    Avg. CAD
    15
    Best 10% CAD
    8
    Worst 10% CAD
    21

    4k @ 240Hz Standard Mode

    Overdrive ModeCAD HeatmapRT ChartPursuit Photo
    No OverdriveHeatmapChartPhoto

    The CAD at 60Hz is incredible in both standard and Frame Rate Boost modes. Pixels transition colors almost perfectly, and any noticeable blur is persistence.

    1080p @ 480Hz Frame Rate Boost Mode

    Overdrive ModeCAD HeatmapRT Chart
    No OverdriveHeatmapChart

    Motion
    Response Time @ 60Hz
    Recommended Overdrive Setting
    No OD Mode
    First Response Time
    0.3 ms
    Total Response Time
    0.3 ms
    RGB Overshoot
    0 RGB
    Worst 10% First Response Time
    0.4 ms
    Worst 10% Total Response Time
    0.4 ms
    Worst 10% RGB Overshoot
    0 RGB

    4k @ 240Hz Standard Mode

    Overdrive ModeFirst Response HeatmapTotal Response HeatmapRGB Overshoot Heatmap
    No OverdriveHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap

    1080p @ 480Hz Frame Rate Boost Mode

    Overdrive ModeFirst Response HeatmapTotal Response HeatmapRGB Overshoot Heatmap
    No OverdriveHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap

    Motion
    Backlight Strobing (BFI)
    Backlight Strobing (BFI)
    Yes
    Maximum Frequency
    120 Hz
    Minimum Frequency
    120 Hz
    Longest Pulse Width Brightness
    126 cd/m²
    Shortest Pulse Width Brightness
    126 cd/m²
    Pulse Width Control
    No
    Pulse Phase Control
    No
    Pulse Amplitude Control
    Yes
    VRR At The Same Time
    No

    The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP has an optional black frame insertion feature to reduce persistence blur, but it only works with fixed 120Hz signals. You can adjust the brightness with it on, but if you set USB-C Charging to '90 W,' it has a maximum brightness of 62 cd/m².

    5.4
    Motion
    VRR Flicker
    Dark Gray Flicker
    5.3 RGB
    Middle Gray Flicker
    1.7 RGB
    Light Gray Flicker
    0.9 RGB

    Unfortunately, the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP has distracting VRR flicker with changing frame rates when OLED Anti-Flicker is off. It's most noticeable in dark scenes, and while it isn't so bad in brighter scenes, you can still see it in dark shadows. This doesn't happen if your PC can maintain fairly consistent frame rates.

    The monitor's OLED Anti-Flicker minimizes VRR flicker by reducing the refresh rate range at which VRR operates. While this introduces some stuttering, it significantly reduces VRR flicker on 'High,' as you can see in the table below:

    Anti-Flicker Setting4K1080p
    Off - Overall Score5.45.6
    VideoVideoVideo
    Dark Gray Flicker5.3 RGB3.8 RGB
    Middle Gray Flicker1.7 RGB2.2 RGB
    Light Gray Flicker0.9 RGB1.7 RGB
    Middle - Overall Score5.58.8
    VideoVideoVideo
    Dark Gray Flicker5.0 RGB0.9 RGB
    Middle Gray Flicker1.7 RGB0.8 RGB
    Light Gray Flicker0.9 RGB0.7 RGB
    High - Overall Score8.09.1
    VideoVideoVideo
    Dark Gray Flicker1.7 RGB0.6 RGB
    Middle Gray Flicker0.9 RGB0.9 RGB
    Light Gray Flicker0.5 RGB0.8 RGB

    10
    Motion
    Image Flicker
    Flicker-Free
    No
    PWM Dimming Frequency
    0 Hz

    The backlight isn't technically flicker-free because it has a slight dip in brightness that corresponds to the refresh rate.

    Inputs
    8.9
    Inputs
    Input Lag
    Native Resolution @ Max Hz
    2.7 ms
    Native Resolution @ 120Hz
    6.9 ms
    Native Resolution @ 60Hz
    15.4 ms
    Backlight Strobing (BFI)
    14.8 ms

    The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP has very low input lag for a responsive feel. Additionally, its OLED Anti-Flicker feature doesn't increase input lag.

    This monitor has even lower input lag at its highest refresh rate of 480Hz in Frame Rate Boost mode, though input lag increases substantially at 120Hz and 60Hz. BFI doesn't work when you select the '24.5" Simulation' mode. You can see the input lag below in the monitor's three Frame Rate Boost modes:

    Refresh RateFill Up27" Simulation24.5" Simulation
    480Hz1.7 ms4.5 ms4.6 ms
    120Hz7.1 ms12.8 ms13.3 ms
    60Hz15.9 ms22.7 ms22.6 ms
    BFI 120Hz13.9 ms17.5 msN/A

    8.5
    Inputs
    Resolution
    Native Resolution
    3840 x 2160
    Aspect Ratio
    16:9
    Megapixels
    8.3 MP
    Pixel Density
    140 PPI

    This monitor's native resolution is 4k. However, when used in Frame Rate Boost mode, its maximum resolution is 1080p. You can use this mode in three views: 'Fill Up,' 27" Simulation,' and '24.5" Simulation.' The 'Fill Up' mode has the sharpest image, with the other modes looking worse.

    10
    Inputs
    PS5 Compatibility
    4k @ 120Hz
    Yes
    4k @ 60Hz
    Yes
    1440p @ 120Hz
    Yes
    1440p @ 60Hz
    Yes
    1080p @ 120Hz
    Yes
    1080p @ 60Hz
    Yes

    These results are with Frame Rate Boost turned off.

    9.7
    Inputs
    Xbox Series X|S Compatibility
    4k @ 120Hz
    Yes
    4k @ 60Hz
    Yes
    1440p @ 120Hz
    Yes
    1440p @ 60Hz
    Yes
    1080p @ 120Hz
    Yes
    1080p @ 60Hz
    Yes

    The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDP works well with the Xbox Series X|S, except you need to use the console's HDMI override setting for 1440p @ 60Hz to work, which disables VRR. The Xbox doesn't support HDR with 1080p or 1440p signals, so that isn't an issue with the monitor. These results are with Frame Rate Boost turned off.

    Inputs
    Inputs Photos
    Inputs
    Video And Audio Ports
    DisplayPort
    1 (DP 1.4)
    Mini DisplayPort
    No
    HDMI
    2 (HDMI 2.1)
    HDMI 2.1 Rated Speed
    48Gbps (FRL 12x4)
    DVI
    No
    VGA
    No
    Daisy Chaining
    No
    3.5mm Audio Out
    1
    3.5mm Audio In
    No
    HDR10
    Yes
    3.5mm Microphone In
    No

    The ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM has an optical audio output. This means you can connect a compatible audio source and send digital audio signals to it, producing higher quality audio than if you were to use the 3.5 mm analog audio output.

    Inputs
    USB
    USB-A Ports
    3
    USB-A Rated Speed
    5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
    USB-B Upstream Port
    Yes
    USB-C Ports
    1
    USB-C Upstream
    Yes
    USB-C Rated Speed
    5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
    USB-C Power Delivery
    90W
    USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode
    Yes
    Thunderbolt
    No

    The DisplayPort Alt Mode on the USB-C port allows you to connect a compatible laptop to display an image from it and charge it at the same time. There's a USB-C Charging setting where you can choose between 65W and 90W of power delivery.

    Inputs
    macOS Compatibility

    Connection Type and ResolutionMax Refresh Rate (Hz)VRR Range (Hz)
    HDMI 2.0 (4k)60HzN/A
    HDMI 2.0 (1080p)144HzN/A
    HDMI 2.1 (4k)240Hz48–120Hz
    HDMI 2.1 (1080p)480Hz (VRR off)48–240Hz
    USB-C/DP (4k)240Hz
    (120Hz on MacBook M1)
    48–240Hz
    USB-C/DP (1080p)480Hz48–480Hz

    This monitor works well with macOS. When using a MacBook, windows return to their original position when reopening the lid or waking the laptop up from sleep except with HDMI 2.0, where closing the lid doesn't always migrate windows. HDR colors don't look washed out, and VRR works well, although you can only reach the maximum refresh rate of 480Hz when VRR is off. Additionally, the maximum resolution/refresh rate is only available over USB-C if you set Type-C Bandwidth to 'USB 2.0.'

    Features
    Features
    Additional Features
    Speakers
    No
    RGB Illumination
    Controllable
    Multiple Input Display
    PIP + PBP
    KVM Switch
    Yes

    The ASUS PG32UCDP has several features, including a custom heatsink and a KVM switch. The KVM switch allows you to use the same keyboard and mouse with two different sources, and it works well as it automatically switches when you change inputs. It has other extra perks, some of which you can read about below:

    • Aspect Control: You can use this setting to change the aspect ratio, including decreasing the image size to simulate a 24.5 or 27-inch screen size.
    • Shadow Boost: Adjusts gamma so that you can see opponents better in dark scenes.
    • GamePlus: Includes different gaming features like an FPS counter, crosshairs, sniper mode, stopwatch, and timer.
    • Lighting Effect: Controls the RGB lighting on the back of the monitor and the stand. You can also download Armoury Crate to control this.
    • Low Blue Light Filter: Removes blue light to help reduce eye strain.
    • Proximity Sensor: Lowers the brightness if it detects you are away from the monitor over a period of time.

    Like most OLED displays, there are also a few settings to help reduce the risk of burn-in, which you can find in the Screen Protection section of the OSD.

    • Auto Logo Brightness: Dims static logos that are on the screen, like if you're watching TV.
    • Pixel Cleaning: This feature calibrates burn-in issues that may occur. It happens after you turn off the screen and takes about six minutes to finish. There's also a setting to remind you to turn off the monitor so it can perform the cycle.
    • Screen Move: Moves the image by a few pixels to one side to help reduce the risk of burn-in.
    • Screen Saver: Automatically dims the screen when there's inactivity.

    Features
    On-Screen Display (OSD)