Introduction

The INNOCN 32M2V is the larger of the two popular Mini-LED 4K gaming monitors in INNOCN’s recent lineup; the other being the 27-inch 27M2V. As its name suggests, the 32M2V is equipped with a 32-inch IPS panel that has a 4K native resolution, 144 Hz refresh rate (down from 160 Hz offered by the 27M2V), and 1,152 individual local dimming zones. With the price set at $799, it’s only $50 more expensive than its smaller sibling, and that arguably makes its value proposition significantly better.

Going further down the spec sheet, the INNOCN 32M2V ticks many boxes. It has a specified 1,000 cd/m² peak brightness for true HDR capability, 99% DCI-P3 color space coverage, a 2-port USB 3.2 Gen 1 hub, and a USB-C DP Alt Mode input, providing 90 W power delivery to connected devices, such as laptops, tablets and smartphones. The only apparent thing missing is an integrated KVM switch, which is very handy when using two computers with a single set of peripherals. In many ways this monitor can be considered a budget variant of the $1900 Asus ROG Swift PG32UQX. For less than half the money, you’re getting a nearly identical panel and Mini-LED backlight technology, but with a much simpler design and fewer frills overall.

If you’re unfamiliar with Mini-LED, it’s important to note that Mini-LED isn’t a display panel technology. Mini-LEDs are tiny LEDs, typically a few millimeters in size, and are used in arrays to provide backlighting for LCD panels. One of the main advantages of Mini-LED technology is that it can produce higher contrast ratios and more vibrant colors compared to traditional edge backlight systems. This is because the smaller size of the Mini-LEDs allows for more precise control over the intensity of the backlight, which is split into 1,152 local dimming zones in the case of the INNOCN 32M2V. Opting for a Mini-LED monitor has several potential advantages, such as a high contrast ratio and peak brightness. As a direct result, such displays can provide a true HDR gaming experience, unlike “regular” PC monitors lacking local dimming technology.

Before continuing, I’m obliged to point out that INNOCN sent me a refurbished version of the monitor. I have no way of knowing where it’s been before and what service work (if any) has been done to it, but the sample was definitely used previously and (theoretically) restored to its original glory by the manufacturer.

Specifications