32 Inch VA Panel Monitors

The 32 inch VA panel monitors here are MSI curved gaming screens. They come in two Full HD 250 Hz models, the 31.5 inch MSI G32C4X E2 and the MSI MAG 32C6X (1ms MPRT, HDR support). There is also one 2K QHD model, the MSI G32CQ5P, which runs at 170 Hz with a 1ms response and has HDMI and DisplayPort inputs. MSI covers these monitors with a 3 year warranty.

VA panels give much deeper blacks and higher contrast than IPS. That makes them a good fit for dark-room gaming, films and general use. The trade-off is some smearing in dark, fast-moving scenes and narrower viewing angles. The main choice on this page is resolution. At 32 inches, Full HD text looks soft from normal desk distance. The 250 Hz G32C4X E2 and MAG 32C6X suit fast shooters on mid-range graphics cards that can push high frame rates. The 2K G32CQ5P is noticeably sharper for coding, documents and detailed games. It needs a stronger GPU to get near 170 fps.

Frequently asked questions

Is Full HD enough on a 32 inch monitor? It works for gaming and video from a little further back. For reading text and office work, the 2K G32CQ5P looks clearly sharper.

What is the difference between the MSI G32C4X E2 and MAG 32C6X? Both are Full HD 250 Hz curved VA monitors. The MAG 32C6X is a full 32 inch panel and lists 1ms MPRT and HDR support, while the G32C4X E2 is 31.5 inch.

Should a gamer pick VA or IPS at 32 inches? VA suits players who want strong contrast and deep blacks. IPS suits those who want wider viewing angles and cleaner motion in dark scenes.