AOC AGON Pro PD32M review — A brilliant monitor with a big price tag

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Say hello to the latest monitor from the joint effort of AOC and Porsche Design, the AOC Agon PD32M. The aim for this monitor is to meet almost every top-of-the-line spec a monitor can reach. From its screen size and resolution to its response time and construction, this is a monitor intended to tick every box. But, if you want it, it’s going to cost a whopping $1,799 USD at MSRP. There’s a lot to talk about, so let’s jump right in to our review of AOC’s Agon PD32M gaming monitor.

The PD32M is a very expensive monitor, so much so that it makes it extremely difficult to recommend to the average consumer. However, the display brings a lot to the table in terms of visuals, gaming performance, and features. I’ve spent enough time with AOC’s PD32M to find things that really impressed me and aspects that proved to be problematic.

As soon as I unboxed AOC’s PD32M for this review, its presence was undeniable. With a 31.5-inch display, you can always expect a lot of packaging, but the PD32M is on an entirely different level. Massive foam inserts protect the monitor during shipping and add a ton of weight to the overall package. Honestly, I recommend you have someone there to help you, especially when dealing with a monitor that’s as expensive as this.

Here are the specs for the AOC Agon Pro PD32M gaming monitor, as can be found on the manufacturer’s product page.

Let’s get the basic technical specs out of the way. The PD32M is a 32-inch IPS display with a 3840 x 2160 pixel resolution and a Mini-LED backlight. It has a refresh rate of 144Hz and response times up to 1ms.

With the stand attached, the monitor’s height can be adjusted by up to 150mm. Plus the stand also supports rotation and tilting. It can be tilted backward to a