Asus 2025 product line includes dual-mode IPS monitor

Asus has shared its plans for next year, starting with the monitors expected to debut at CES 2025. On the menu we have products aimed at content creation, entertainment and most notably gaming monitors with two refresh modes.

The brand plans to launch at least seven products spread across its Strix, ZenScreen and ProArt series. These are as follows, covering categories from gaming and entertainment to hybrid working and content creation.

• ROG Strix XG32UCG: 31.5 inch 4K IPS gaming monitor with dual mode.
• Smart ZenScreen MS32UC: 31.5-inch UHD IPS with Google TV, Harman Kardon speakers, wireless display support and cross-platform live streaming.
• ZenScreen MB27ACF: 27-inch 100Hz QHD IPS with ergonomic C-clamp hook kit, built-in stand and 70W USB power supply.
• ZenScreen MB169CK: 15.6-inch FHD IPS portable monitor with 360° detachable stand, tripod jack and dual USB Type-C ports.
• ProArt 6K PA32QCV Display: 216 ppi high-density panel with 98% DCI-P3 color gamut.
• ProArt PA32UCE display And PA27UCGE: 4K HDR monitors with integrated colorimeters.

StrixXG32UCG

The Strix XG32UCG is the most exciting of the bunch. It features the new dual refresh functionality that debuted on LG’s expensive OLEDs. This allows it to switch between 4K 160Hz and 1080p 320Hz operation, giving you the choice of speed depending on your needs. Want a traced Indiana Jones? Then select 4K 160Hz for the best quality, and when it comes time to land a few headshots in Counter-Strike, switch to 1080p 320Hz for that juicy frame rate.

Besides its 31.5 inches, which many prefer at this resolution, the XG32UCG also supports FreeSync Premium and G-Sync to ensure a tear-free experience. As you would expect, the usual gaming features – from dynamic crosshairs to enhanced shadows – are present, in addition to the ability to adjust monitor settings, keyboard shortcuts and custom settings using a mouse. Finally, you have access to DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1, and USB Type-C inputs so you can choose how and what to connect.

That said, the most important aspect of the XG32UCG with its IPS panel compared to its OLED competitors will probably be the price. Since it can’t win in the contrast, pixel response, and max refresh departments, the main way to attract gamers is cost. Although Asus hasn’t shared any pricing, when it comes to its smaller brother XG27UCG, we can expect around $500. If so, it would offer excellent value for money compared to $1,000+ OLED beacons.

A promising monitor that should undoubtedly make the IPS a great choice. Hopefully the costs will drop further so that more users can afford this technology.