The Gigabyte AORUS FV43U is a 43 inch monitor with a 4k VA panel and a fast 144Hz refresh rate. It's mainly targeted as a console gaming monitor, and it looks more like a TV than a traditional monitor. It has two HDMI 2.1 ports for PS5 or Xbox Series S|X gamers and a remarkable response time at the max refresh rate for PC gamers. It has amazing contrast, resulting in deep blacks in a dark room, and has fantastic black uniformity. Sadly, it has a sluggish 60Hz response time which might disappoint some console gamers. It also has a fixed stand with no ergonomic adjustments, so some users might need to consider a mounting arm instead of using the included stand.
Our Verdict
The Gigabyte AORUS FV43U is a good monitor for most uses. It's a great monitor for gaming, although it might not be good enough for professional gamers. It's one of the best monitors we've tested for HDR gaming, and it's good for watching videos or media creation. It's a bit limited for office use, as it has a fixed stand with no ergonomics and the BGR subpixel layout isn't ideal for text.
- Amazing contrast results in deep blacks in a dark room.
- Large, high-resolution screen.
- Image appears washed out at an angle.
- Fixed stand with no ergonomic adjustments, as expected for a screen this size.
The Gigabyte FV43U is a decent monitor for office use, but the lack of ergonomic adjustments might be disappointing for some users. The large, high-resolution screen is great for multitasking, and visibility shouldn't be an issue thanks to the high peak brightness, although it has just okay reflection handling. It has good text clarity overall, but sadly, it uses a BGR subpixel structure, which isn't ideal for text.
- Amazing contrast results in deep blacks in a dark room.
- Large, high-resolution screen.
- Image appears washed out at an angle.
- Fixed stand with no ergonomic adjustments, as expected for a screen this size.
- BGR subpixel layout isn't ideal for text.
The Gigabyte FV43U is an excellent gaming monitor. It has HDMI 2.1 support, great for PS5 or Xbox Series S|X gamers, and has a remarkable response time at the max refresh rate. It supports FreeSync variable refresh rate technology, and it even works with NVIDIA's G-SYNC Compatible feature. It also has excellent low input lag for a responsive gaming experience. Sadly, the response time at 60Hz is quite sluggish, as there's significant overshoot in most transitions.
- Amazing contrast results in deep blacks in a dark room.
- Remarkable response time at the max refresh rate.
- Two HDMI 2.1 ports.
- Excellent low input lag.
- Fast refresh rate.
- Image appears washed out at an angle.
- Sluggish 60Hz response time.
The Gigabyte AORUS FV43U is a good monitor for watching videos, especially in a dark room. The large, high-resolution screen is great for watching videos, but it has a sub-par viewing angle, so it's not the best for sharing with someone else. It has amazing contrast and fantastic black uniformity, great if you want to watch movies at night. It also has very good gray uniformity and outstanding gradient handling, so you don't have to worry about the dirty screen effect or banding.
- Amazing contrast results in deep blacks in a dark room.
- Fantastic black uniformity.
- Large, high-resolution screen.
- Outstanding gradient handling.
- Image appears washed out at an angle.
The Gigabyte AORUS FV43U is a good monitor for media creators. The large, high-resolution screen makes it easier to see more of your work at once. It has a superb SDR color gamut, with nearly perfect coverage of both the sRGB and the Adobe RGB color space, and it even has an impressive HDR color gamut if you also master in HDR. Sadly, it has sub-par viewing angles and a fixed stand, so it's not ideal if you often have to share your screen with someone else.
- Amazing contrast results in deep blacks in a dark room.
- Fantastic black uniformity.
- Large, high-resolution screen.
- Outstanding gradient handling.
- Image appears washed out at an angle.
- Fixed stand with no ergonomic adjustments, as expected for a screen this size.
- Amazing contrast results in deep blacks in a dark room.
- Terrible local dimming feature.
- Image appears washed out at an angle.
Changelog
- Updated Apr 18, 2023: Confirmed that 1440p works on this monitor with the PS5.
- Updated Feb 16, 2023: Added the response time tables and charts in Response Time @ 120Hz.
- Updated Aug 22, 2022: Added a comparison to the Samsung 43 QN90B QLED in the Features section.
- Updated Aug 10, 2022: We tested the Samsung Smart Monitor M7 S43BM70 and added some comparisons with this model.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the 43 inch Gigabyte AORUS FV43U, which is part of Gigabyte's AORUS lineup of gaming monitors, some of which are listed below. Unlike the M Series monitors, which are designed for productivity and gaming, the AORUS lineup is feature-packed to help you get the best gaming experience possible. All AORUS gaming monitors feature a huge selection of additional features, and this one is no different. The FV43U is one of the first AORUS gaming monitors to feature HDMI 2.1, making it an excellent choice for next-gen console gamers.
| Model | Size | Native Resolution | Max Refresh Rate | Panel Type | HDMI Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AORUS FI25F | 25" | 1920 x 1080 | 240Hz | IPS | 2.0 |
| AORUS FI27Q | 27" | 2560 x 1440 | 165Hz | IPS | 2.0 |
| AORUS FI27Q-P | 27" | 2560 x 1440 | 165Hz | IPS | 2.0 |
| AORUS FI27Q-X | 27" | 2560 x 1440 | 240Hz | IPS | 2.0 |
| AORUS FI32Q | 32" | 2560 x 1440 | 170Hz | IPS | 2.0 |
| AORUS FI32U | 32" | 3840 x 2160 | 144Hz | IPS | 2.1 |
| AORUS FV43U | 43" | 3840 x 2160 | 144Hz | VA | 2.1 |
| AORUS FO48U | 48" | 3840 x 2160 | 120Hz | OLED | 2.1 |
If you come across a different type of panel or your Gigabyte FV43U doesn't correspond to our review, let us know, and we'll update the review. Note that some tests, like gray uniformity, may vary between individual units.
Our unit was manufactured in July 2021; you can see the label here.
Popular Monitor Comparisons
The Gigabyte FV43U is a great large gaming monitor with a huge selection of additional features and impressive picture quality. It's one of the few monitors available with HDMI 2.1 support, making it a great choice for next-gen console gaming, especially if you're looking for something closer in size to a TV. There are also a few monitors this size that offer full-featured smart interfaces, like the Samsung Smart Monitor M7 S43BM70, but it doesn't perform as well.
For more options, check out our recommendations for the best monitors for PS5/PS5 Pro, the best monitors for Xbox Series X, and the best 34-49 inch monitors.
The Gigabyte AORUS FV43U is better than the Philips Momentum 436M6VBPAB overall, and it's much better for gaming. The Gigabyte has a much faster refresh rate, a faster response time at the max refresh rate, and has an optional black frame insertion feature. The Philips can tilt, whereas the Gigabyte has a completely fixed stand, but both models require a mounting arm if ergonomics are important to you.
The Samsung 43 QN90B QLED and the Gigabyte AORUS FV43U are both great 43-inch monitors. If you play HDR games, the Samsung is the better choice as its local dimming feature is better for deeper blacks, but the Gigabyte gets a bit brighter in HDR with some scenes. However, if you want a typical monitor with a DisplayPort input, the Gigabyte is the better choice and has better motion handling.
The Gigabyte AORUS FO48U OLED and the Gigabyte AORUS FV43U use different panel types, each with strengths and weaknesses, but the FO48U is better overall for most people. The FO48U uses a larger OLED panel, which has perfect inky blacks and a nearly instantaneous response time. Unfortunately, the OLED also comes with a risk of permanent burn-in. The FV43U is worse overall, with a smaller screen, but there's no chance of burn-in.
The LG C1 48 OLED and the Gigabyte AORUS FV43U use different panel technologies, each with strengths and weaknesses, but overall, the LG is a better choice for most people. It's technically a TV, but the LG is an amazing display for use as a monitor, with perfect inky blacks, wide viewing angles, and a nearly-instantaneous response time. Sadly, the LG also has a chance of permanent burn-in, so if that concerns you, the Gigabyte is a safer choice.
We buy and test more than 30 monitors each year, all of which we purchase ourselves, without cherry-picked units or samples. We put a lot into each unbiased, straight-to-the-point review, and there's a whole process from purchasing to publishing, involving multiple teams and people. We do more than just use the monitor for a week; we use specialized, custom tools to measure various aspects and deliver objective, data-driven results. We also consider multiple factors before making any recommendations, including the monitor's cost, its performance compared to the competition, and whether it's easy to find.
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