The catch
LG UltraGear 32-inch 4K 144Hz
Unlike a docking monitor, it offers no USB-C video or laptop charging.
Side by side
LG 32GR93U vs Gigabyte M32U: Gigabyte lets two machines share keyboard and mouse at the same 4K144
Quick verdict
If a laptop and desktop must share the same keyboard and mouse, the Gigabyte M32U is the pick. The LG 32GR93U-B fits if you want a straightforward single-computer 4K gaming monitor and its current offer is better. Both use 31.5-inch 4K IPS panels at 144Hz.
Before you buy
Why, and what it costs you
The shallower model is also the KVM one
Supplied-stand depth drops by 33.7 mm, about 12.1%, with the M32U.
Where this comes from
278 − 244.3 = 33.7 mm and 33.7 ÷ 278 = 12.1%. LG's exact-model regional dimensions corroborate the physical design and say nothing about US warranty terms.
The catch
Gigabyte M32U 32-inch 4K Gaming Monitor
To get PC 4K144 you need a supported DP 1.4 DSC or HDMI path. Over HDMI, 4K144 at 4:4:4 requires DSC and falls back to 4:2:0 without it. PS5/Xbox Series X 4K120 is specified at 4:2:0. The timing table does not confirm 4K144 from every USB-C host. For two-computer KVM use, the desktop must connect by HDMI/DP plus USB-B and the other host by USB-C video/data, with correct KVM Wizard mapping, peripherals attached and KVM ON.
LG UltraGear 32-inch 4K 144Hz
- Why pick it
- One main computer or console feeds the screen.
- USB-C video and built-in KVM switching are not things you need.
- The catch
- Unlike a docking monitor, it offers no USB-C video or laptop charging.
Gigabyte M32U 32-inch 4K Gaming Monitor
- Why pick it
- You go back and forth between a work laptop and gaming desktop.
- A shallower supplied stand and a built-in KVM suit you.
- The catch
- To get PC 4K144 you need a supported DP 1.4 DSC or HDMI path. Over HDMI, 4K144 at 4:4:4 requires DSC and falls back to 4:2:0 without it. PS5/Xbox Series X 4K120 is specified at 4:2:0. The timing table does not confirm 4K144 from every USB-C host. For two-computer KVM use, the desktop must connect by HDMI/DP plus USB-B and the other host by USB-C video/data, with correct KVM Wizard mapping, peripherals attached and KVM ON.
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What this page compares
LG 32GR93U-B and Gigabyte M32U compared on 4K gaming, laptop connections and two-computer switching, along with the difference in supplied-stand depth.
A two-computer KVM, or a straightforward 4K gaming screen
Which one fits
Pick the situations that sound like you
One keyboard shared by a laptop and desktop
KVM switching is included in the M32U.
- LG UltraGear 32-inch 4K 144Hz
- Depends
- Gigabyte M32U 32-inch 4K Gaming Monitor
- Better fit
The better LG offer, with a single gaming PC
When the M32U's extra connections would go unused, the LG can be the direct choice.
- LG UltraGear 32-inch 4K 144Hz
- Better fit
- Gigabyte M32U 32-inch 4K Gaming Monitor
- Good
A desk with very little depth
The stand on the M32U takes 33.7 mm less depth.
- LG UltraGear 32-inch 4K 144Hz
- Good
- Gigabyte M32U 32-inch 4K Gaming Monitor
- Better fit
Greater native image detail
Each is a 31.5-inch 4K display.
- LG UltraGear 32-inch 4K 144Hz
- Similar
- Gigabyte M32U 32-inch 4K Gaming Monitor
- Similar
In practice
Differences you will notice
The shallower model is also the KVM one
Supplied-stand depth drops by 33.7 mm, about 12.1%, with the M32U.
How we worked this out
278 − 244.3 = 33.7 mm and 33.7 ÷ 278 = 12.1%. LG's exact-model regional dimensions corroborate the physical design and say nothing about US warranty terms.
Extra native pixels are not asked of the GPU by either
At native resolution, both request 8,294,400 pixels per frame.
How we worked this out
3840 × 2160 is shared. Each has a theoretical 6.94 ms display interval at 144Hz, which does not imply equal measured response.
Requiring USB-C plus KVM leaves one option
In this pair, USB-C video and a built-in KVM come together only on the M32U.
How we worked this out
Both features are documented by Gigabyte. LG's connection list has HDMI, DisplayPort and a USB-A hub, with no USB-C video or KVM.
Option A
LG, 32GR93U-B
UltraGear 32-inch 4K 144Hz
Games get more physical room on this flat 32-inch 4K screen, and there are plenty of pixels left for work. A 144Hz panel and HDMI 2.1 inputs make it a simple choice for both PC and console.
- Best for
- PC and console gaming on a large, flat 4K screen
Facts we checked
- 144Hz IPS panel in the 32-inch class at 3840 by 2160
- The stand pivots and adjusts in height, and the inputs are HDMI 2.1
- DisplayHDR 400, with 95 percent DCI-P3 coverage
Option B
Gigabyte, M32U-SA
M32U 32-inch 4K Gaming Monitor
Native 4K at 31.5-inch, a paired-input KVM and up to 18W of USB-C power define the Gigabyte M32U-SA. Whether a PC gets 4K144 depends on the input, HDMI 4:4:4 needs DSC, and PS5/Xbox Series X 4K120 is specified at 4:2:0. It has no RJ45, and not every USB-C host is guaranteed 4K144.
- Best for
- 4K gaming on a large screen that isn't OLED
Facts we checked
- 31.5-inch IPS panel with native 3840 by 2160, supporting HDMI or DP 4K144 timing. HDMI 4K144 at 4:4:4 needs DSC, otherwise it uses 4:2:0. USB-C 4K144 is not established for every host.
- A built-in KVM and three USB 3.0 downstream ports
- 715.3 mm of chassis width and 244.3 mm of stand depth
- 130 mm of height adjustment and 30-degree swivel each way
Spec by spec
Where they really differ
| Spec | LG UltraGear 32-inch 4K 144Hz | Gigabyte M32U 32-inch 4K Gaming Monitor | In practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viewable size | 31.5 inches | 31.5 inches | The 32-inch class is where both are sold. |
| Native resolution and refresh | 3840 × 2160 at 144Hz | 3840 × 2160 at 144Hz | The same basic pixel and refresh targets apply to both. |
| Panel type | IPS | IPS | Equal tested contrast or response is not established by this. |
| USB-C video | No | Yes | A compatible USB-C laptop has a direct route into the M32U. |
| Built-in KVM | No advertised KVM | Yes | Monitor-connected peripherals can be shared by the M32U. |
| Stand depth | 278 mm | 244.3 mm | The Gigabyte stand has 33.7 mm less depth. |
| Chassis width | 714 mm | 715.3 mm | Only 1.3 mm separates their widths. |
Trade-offs
What each pick costs you
With LG UltraGear 32-inch 4K 144Hz
- Don't read DisplayHDR 400 certification as OLED black levels or as a local-dimming specification.
With Gigabyte M32U 32-inch 4K Gaming Monitor
- Because USB-C stops at 18W and there is no RJ45, keep separate laptop power for anything above 18W, along with wired-network equipment. Confirm the USB-C cable package and source support. Make room for the 715.3 mm chassis width and 244.3 mm stand depth, plus cable clearance. We make no claim about measured text comfort, image quality or gaming speed.
Decision guide
How to decide
If a laptop and desktop need to share the same keyboard and mouse, go with the Gigabyte M32U. If you want a straightforward single-computer 4K gaming monitor and the LG 32GR93U-B has the better current offer, choose the LG. Both use 31.5-inch 4K IPS panels at 144Hz.
Count your computers before you compare panel names
With one PC permanently connected, the M32U's KVM may add little. Where a work laptop and desktop share the desk, it can end the daily keyboard and mouse shuffle. The LG is easier to justify when its current offer is lower and those connection features would sit unused.
Width is effectively identical, while the bases differ
Listed chassis widths are only 1.3 mm apart. Stand depth is 33.7 mm apart, and that gap counts for more when the keyboard needs room. Measure the front-to-back space before assuming two 32-inch monitors will fit the desk in the same way.
USB-C doesn't automatically mean a full laptop charger
Here, Gigabyte's USB-C input and KVM are verified, but a promise of high-power charging is not. Compare the monitor's exact power-delivery specification with your laptop before deciding it replaces the charger. Whatever you pick, the LG needs a separate laptop-power arrangement.
What this page can’t tell you
- The LG's physical dimensions are backed up by its exact-model regional specification.
- We don't claim equal measured HDR, color accuracy or response.
By the numbers
What the data shows
What we found across the computer monitors we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
How many fit
Only 5 of the 50 models checked meet every need here: “Work and entertainment both get sharp 4K detail”, “At 120Hz or higher, motion looks smoother”, and “Two computers sharing one keyboard and mouse”.
5 models fit, out of 50 checkedShow the facts and the math
How we countedThe count uses each product's current fit ratings for “Work and entertainment both get sharp 4K detail”, “At 120Hz or higher, motion looks smoother”, and “Two computers sharing one keyboard and mouse”. A need with no documented match is not counted.
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| LG UltraGear 32-inch 4K 144Hz |
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