Corsair Xeneon 32QHD165 (32-inch)

Exceptional color accuracy and gamut coverage Great gaming performance Low input lag Sturdy and unique stand design

Expensive, if it remains at full MSRP Poor HDR implementation So-so results in contrast-ratio testing

Corsair's first gaming monitor, the Xeneon 32QHD165, is an impressive attempt at keeping competitive with industry stalwarts. Only its HDR implementation—and to an extent, its pricing—keeps it from being a big hit the first time at bat.

Outstanding gradient handling. Low input lag. Superb response time at any refresh rate. 165Hz refresh rate and VRR support. Wide horizontal viewing angle. Excellent gray uniformity. Incredible SDR color gamut. Great peak brightness.

Low peak brightness in HDR. No local dimming feature. Colors look oversaturated before calibration or out of the sRGB mode. Low contrast.

The Corsair XENEON 32QHD165 is a great monitor for most uses. The large screen is great for office work or media creation, but it has just decent text clarity. It's an excellent gaming monitor with low input lag and a superb response time, and it...

+ Largest color gamut we’ve measured ; + Excellent overdrive and video processing ; + Premium build quality ; + Cool accessory system

- Expensive ; - No extra contrast in HDR mode ; - Warm grayscale tracking in sRGB mode

The Xeneon 32QHD165 is a seriously cool first monitor from Corsair. Not only does it have tremendous color volume, but it also sports a truly unique feature set, with a useful set of available accessories. It does things no other monitor can do and has...

Excellent brightness, color Easy-to-navigate, clutter-free on-screen interface Integrates with other Corsair, Elgato peripherals

Pricey Stand requires Phillips screwdriver to attach Does not support full HDR Not 4K resolution

The Corsair Xeneon 32QHD165 is a large, capable gaming monitor with lots of features and connections to Corsair’s wider peripheral ecosystem.

Large, immersive form factor ; Plenty of connectivity ; Loads of Corsair-friendly features ; Reasonable colours in certain situations

Underwhelming contrast ; Pricier than some rivals ; Slower than some competitors

Fab all-round image quality ; Plenty quick enough ; Good build quality and feature set

Painfully pricey ; Not a true HDR panel

Good-looking, modern design.

Expensive for what you get.

For a first attempt, there is a lot to like about the Xeneon 32QHD165 and Corsair is clearly on the right track. It is very expensive considering the features on offer, though.