ASUS announces 8K ProArt PA32KCX Mini-LED monitor with DisplayPort 2.1

ASUS has an 8K monitor equipped with DP 2.1 for professionals

The PA32KCX is an ultra-high-end monitor for creative work.

The monitor is designed for the cutting edge of XR (Extended Reality) and virtual production. It allows creators to work with high-resolution content, including 8K resolution. This is also one of the first 32-inch 8K (7680×4320) monitors featuring DisplayPort 2.1 connectivity standard.

The ProArt PA32KCX uses a Mini-LED panel with 97% cinema-grade DCI-P3 color gamut coverage and a ΔE value less than one, making it a perfect solution for image and video editing. The Mini-LED panel has 4096 backlight zones and supports HDR thanks to its 1000 nits brightness in full-screen mode and up to 1200 nits peak brightness.

PA32KCX, Source: ASUS

ProArt PA32KCX Features & Specs:

  • 32-inch 8K 7680×4320
  • Mini-LED with 4096 backlight zones
  • 1000 nits full-screen brightness, 1200 nits peak
  • 97% DCI-P3 coverage
  • HDG, HDR10 support
  • Built-in motorized colorimeter for auto and self calibration
  • DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1, Thunderbolt 4 (PD up to 96W)

PA32KCX, Source: ASUS

Located on the bottom bezel is a motorized flip colorimeter , simplifying color calibration for users. Whether opting for automatic or manual calibration, maintaining color accuracy is easy to do. Additionally, ASUS touts the inclusion of “LuxPixel” technology, encompassing anti-glare, low reflection, and eye care features for enhanced user comfort.

The monitor offers DisplayPort 2.1 support, although the bandwidth is unspecified, along with HDMI 2.1 compatibility. Moreover, it features a dual Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C connection, capable of delivering up to 96W of power.

ASUS did not announce pricing or release date for this monitor; however, similar monitors are typically not cheaper than $3000 at launch. The predecessor called PA32UCXR, which was a 32-inch 4K monitor, currently costs $2700.

Source: ASUS PR