I feel like Im in a bit of a situationship with the Dough Spectrum Black 32.
Youd think that would help it steal the crown, I mean, I was rooting for it.
It also happens to be a killer 1080p screen since it can moonlight as a 480Hz panel.
From the front, the Spectrum Black 32 keeps things fairly conservative.
Its slick, but not exactly what Id call a head-turner even with its optional square pedestal stand attached.
Does that help the OSD nub control a little better?
Features
Dual-resolution monitors are all the rage going into 2025, and Im totally here for it.
Starting with HDR, I initially had to install a firmware update to tackle issues with brightness.
The fix worked, but High Dynamic Range content seems to still feel a little off on this screen.
My second gripe is a bit of a weird one, and it may very well be a one-off.
For my sins, I still play a lot of Overwatch 2.
The funny thing about dual-resolution monitors is that 4K 240Hz could also be considered suitable for competitive play.
At 4K, the Dough Spectrum Black 32 hammers home the benefits of glossy gaming monitors.
Id love to say that there are no caveats tied to glossy monitor coatings.
Should you buy the Dough Spectrum Black 32?
If youre looking for 4K visuals with an extra kick, opting for the glossy model is well worthwhile.
Otherwise, youll want to go straight to LGs model for reliable HDR and extras like built-in speakers.
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