Product information

Pros and cons

According to our monitor expert

  • Thanks to the 170Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time, you can game with smooth images even in the most demanding situations.
  • You can enjoy extra sharp images while you game thanks to the QHD resolution.
  • You can game in QHD at 60Hz or Full HD at 120Hz when you connect your console, like the PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S.
  • The monitor without monitor arm isn't adjustable in height and doesn't have built-in speakers to play the sound of your games.
  • You don't get an HDMI cable with this monitor, so you have to purchase it separately.

Description

The MSI Optix G32CQ4 E2 is a 32-inch QHD 170Hz curved gaming monitor for gamers who don't like screen tearing. Thanks to the 170Hz refresh rate, you can experience every game fluently and without screen tearing. The 1ms response time prevents ghosting, so you can focus on your game. You can also enjoy sharp graphic thanks to the QHD resolution, which is 2 times sharper than Full HD. Sometimes, your video card is a bit too fast for the screen. Have an AMD video card? FreeSync Premium matches the number of frames of your video card to the refresh rate of your monitor. This allows you to experience fast shooters and racing games without tearing and stuttering, even when you game in HDR. Ready for an immersive gaming experience? In a way, the curved design bends the screen around your field of view. This makes it look like you're right in the middle of your game. Turn on first person view while you're in a cockpit or racing car, for example. The G27C4 is also compatible with the next gen consoles, like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Connect these to the HDMI 2.0 port and play games at 60Hz in QHD on the Xbox, and at 120Hz in Full HD on the PS5.

Note: the maximum refresh rate via HDMI is 144Hz. If you want to game at 170Hz, you'll have to connect the monitor via DisplayPort.

Included by default

  • Manual(1.29 MB)
  • Power cord
  • Monitor base
  • DisplayPort cable

Key specs

Screen size

31,5 inches

Sharpness

Quad HD (1440p)

Refresh rate

170 Hz

Pixel density

93,2 ppi

Color quality

Good

Response time

1 ms

Curved

Aspect ratio

Standard (16:9)
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Rating

  • 5 stars

    2

  • 4 stars

    2

  • 3 stars

    1

  • 2 stars

    0

  • 1 star

    0

Most helpful reviews

9,6/10 ()

Perfect screen for gaming and work

  • Fast
  • Many options in terms of installations
  • HDMI & DisplayPort
  • No option to turn off the power light

Since it is a neutral screen without too much fuss, the screen is perfect for work, but also for gaming. The screen is fast and the colors are good. Unfortunately, there is no option to turn off the power button light. This is now reflected back on my desk. Definitely not a deal breaker, but still a shame!

  • Vincent

  • 17 October 2023

  • Automatic translation off Dutch

8,4/10 ()

Definitely worth it

  • Great resolution
  • Tiltable, so if you sit lower it is also fine
  • Height adjustable would be nice

Good monitor in this price range

  • Chris

  • 20 October 2023

  • Automatic translation off Dutch

8,8/10 ()

Good screen for little money

  • Curved screen, that is really recommended!
  • Relatively cheap (good price/quality ratio)
  • Easy to use and install
  • Screen quality is reasonable

I already had two but one fell on the mouse and broke. Tried others but this one is still super and so exchanged for this one. Fine screen, you don't want anything else.

  • Theo

  • 30 December 2024

  • Automatic translation off Dutch

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With Coolblue Extended Warranty, you are protected against costs due to quality defects of your monitor for the next 5 years. During the entire term, we will reimburse up to the original purchase price. You can easily add the Extended Warranty in your shopping cart.

MSI G32CQ4 E2
  • During the entire term, we'll refund you up to the original purchase price.
  • Receive CoolblueCredit worth the purchase price if a repair or replacement isn't possible
  • No deductible or other additional charges
  • 30-day return window
€ 19,99one-time

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Specifications

Product

Product number

923849

Manufacturer code

G32CQ4 E2

Brand

MSI

Warranty

3 years

Processing of your defect

Via Coolblue

Screen

Screen size

31,5 inches

Recommended display resolution

2560x1440

Sharpness

Quad HD (1440p)

Panel type

VA panel

Aspect ratio

Standard (16:9)

Local dimming

Response time

1 ms

Refresh rate

170 Hz

Pixel density

93,2 ppi

Brightness

250 cd/m2

HDR support

Contrast ratio

3000

Touchscreen

Screen reflection

Anti-glare

Blue light filter

Flicker-free technology

Color space

DCI-P3, sRGB

sRGB color coverage percentage

114,8 %

Color depth

1 billion colors (10-bit)

Adaptive Sync

Type of adaptive sync

FreeSync Premium

Resolution width

2560 pixels

Resolution height

1440 pixels

Anti-reflection type

Anti glare

Viewing distance

51 - 136 cm

Horizontal viewing angle

178 °

Physical properties

Height

50,9 cm

Width

70,9 cm

Depth

24,8 cm

Weight

6,2 kg

Color

Black

Including stand

Material

Plastic

Cable management

Appearance

Gaming

Curved

Screen curve

1500 R

Connectors and connections

Number of HDMI connectors

2

Number of Female HDMI type A 2.0b connectors

2

Number of headphone jacks

1

Type of headphone connection

3.5mm (TRS)

Number of Female Standard DisplayPort 1.2a port

1

Number of female 3.5mm TRS Audio Jack ports

1

Suitable for daisy chaining

USB-C dock

Included

Included by default

DisplayPort cable

Not included by default

HDMI cable, USB-C cable

Adjustability

Adjustable in height

Tiltable

Pivotable stand

Pivot function

VESA mount option

VESA mount

100x100mm

Energy consumption

Energy label

G

Energy consumption standby

0,5 W

Energy consumption active

33 W

Energy consumption per 1000h

33 kWh

Annual energy consumption

48,18 kWh

Annual energy costs

30,11 euros

Other properties

Built-in speakers

Split screen

Kensington lock

Quality properties

Recommended for use

Gaming, Image editing and graphic design, Internet, email, and text processing, Photo editing, Video editing, Watching movies in Full HD