ViewSonic VX3218 VX3218-PC-MHD 32" Black
The 32-inch 1500R curved VA panel delivers fluid motion with its 165Hz refresh rate and 1ms MPRT response time, effectively eliminating tearing via FreeSync. Its high 4000:1 native contrast ratio produces deep blacks that enhance immersion on the large screen, making it a strong value pick in the entry-level curved segment. This monitor is best for console gamers and budget-focused PC builders who prioritize a big, fast display for competitive 1080p gaming over pixel density.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong connectivity (91th percentile) 91th
- Strong social proof (91th percentile) 91th
- Strong performance (78th percentile) 78th
Cons
- Below average color (35th percentile)
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 32" |
| Resolution | 1920 (Full HD) |
| Panel Type | VA |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Curved | Yes |
| Curvature | 1500 |
Performance
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 |
| Adaptive Sync | Adaptive-Sync |
Color & HDR
| Brightness | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | NTSC: 72% size (Typ), sRGB: 103% size (Typ) |
| Color Depth | 6-Bit+FRC |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | No |
| Speakers | Yes |
| Headphone Jack | Yes |
Ergonomics
| Height Adjustable | No |
| Tilt | Yes |
| Swivel | No |
| Pivot | No |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 |
Features
| Webcam | No |
| Touchscreen | No |
| PIP/PBP | No |
| Power | 33 |
| Weight | 4.2 kg / 9.3 lbs |
vs Competition
| Spec | ViewSonic VX3218 VX3218-PC-MHD 32" | ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B | MSI MAG MAG 321CUP QD-OLED | Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW | Samsung Odyssey G60SD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 32 | 26.5 | 27 | 32 | 34 | 27 |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | 3840x2160 | 3440x1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | VA | OLED | OLED | OLED | QD-OLED | QD-OLED |
| Refresh Rate | 165 | 240 | 480 | 165 | 240 | 360 |
| Response Time Ms | 1 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 |
| Adaptive Sync | Adaptive-Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Hdr | - | HDR10 | HDR10 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 400 True Black | HDR10+ |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Color | Compact | Display | Feature | Ergonomic | Performance | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ViewSonic VX3218 VX3218-PC-MHD 32" | 34.7 | 61.1 | 57 | 51.7 | 49.4 | 78.1 | 91.2 | 91.2 |
| ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG Compare | 96.5 | 74 | 75.7 | 72.6 | 90.6 | 97.9 | 93.2 | 86.5 |
| LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B Compare | 84.9 | 64.1 | 76.6 | 72.6 | 90.6 | 99.7 | 98 | 98.4 |
| MSI MAG MAG 321CUP QD-OLED Compare | 99 | 55.2 | 98.8 | 92 | 90.6 | 96.2 | 82.4 | 86.5 |
| Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW Compare | 97.3 | 79.9 | 85.6 | 92 | 90.6 | 97.9 | 95.3 | 99.5 |
| Samsung Odyssey G60SD Compare | 90.9 | 44.7 | 76.6 | 72.6 | 90.6 | 99.6 | 87.9 | 95.7 |
Price
Value & Pricing
B&H Photo 1 offers From CA$249
Newegg.ca 1 offers From CA$255
Amazon.ca 1 offers From CA$255
Price History
Usage Scores
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