This 32-inch IPS panel delivers 4K at 144Hz for PC gaming and 120Hz over HDMI 2.1 for consoles, all at a competitive price point. The USB-C port supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode with 18W of power delivery, enough for phones but not laptops. A built-in KVM switch paired with the USB hub lets you control two systems from one keyboard and mouse. Three downstream USB 3.0 ports and a headphone jack complete a practical connectivity package.
32″ 4K 144Hz IPS gaming monitor with 2× HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4, USB-C 18W, and KVM switch.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- Gigabyte
- Release Year
- 2021
- Model Number
- M32U
- Category
- Monitor
Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI 2.1 (Type A – Standard) | 2 | HDMI 2.1 | Supports 4K at 120Hz for consoles |
| DisplayPort 1.4 | 1 | DisplayPort 1.4 | Supports 4K at 144Hz with DSC |
| USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 1 | USB-C (DP Alt Mode, 18W PD) | DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode with 18W Power Delivery |
| USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 3 | USB-A 3.0 | Downstream, 5Gbps |
| USB Type-B (USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 1 | USB-B Upstream | USB hub upstream connection |
| 3.5mm TRS (Stereo Audio) | 1 | Headphone Out | 3.5mm audio output |
Notes & Compatibility
USB-C provides 18W PD only, insufficient for laptop charging. KVM switch supports toggling between two connected PCs. HDMI 2.1 supports 4K at 120Hz for consoles.
Common questions
How many ports does the Gigabyte M32U 32" 4K (2021) have?
The Gigabyte M32U 32" 4K (2021) has 9 ports in total: 2 × HDMI 2.1 (Type A – Standard), 1 × DisplayPort 1.4, 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1), 3 × USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1), 1 × USB Type-B (USB 3.2 Gen 1) and 1 × 3.5mm TRS (Stereo Audio).
What kinds of ports does the Gigabyte M32U 32" 4K (2021) have?
By connector family, the Gigabyte M32U 32" 4K (2021) has 5 USB, 2 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort and 1 Audio.
How many USB ports does the Gigabyte M32U 32" 4K (2021) have?
The Gigabyte M32U 32" 4K (2021) has 5 USB ports: 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1), 3 × USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1) and 1 × USB Type-B (USB 3.2 Gen 1).
What video connections does the Gigabyte M32U 32" 4K (2021) have?
The Gigabyte M32U 32" 4K (2021) has 4 ports that can carry video: 2 × HDMI 2.1 (Type A – Standard), 1 × DisplayPort 1.4 and 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1). Its USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) port supports DisplayPort Alt Mode, so video travels over the USB-C connector itself with a suitable cable or adapter.
How is the Gigabyte M32U 32" 4K (2021) powered?
The Gigabyte M32U 32" 4K (2021) takes power over 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1), rated for up to 18 W.
