ASUS - ProArt PA32UCXR vs Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC)
Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | ASUS - ProArt PA32UCXR | Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) |
|---|---|---|
| Peak brightness | 1600 nits | 600 nits |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Screen size | 32 " | 27 " |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 96 W | 90 W |
| DCI-P3 coverage | 98 % | 99 % |
| FreeSync | true | false |
Between the ProArt PA32UCXR and ViewFinity S9 (S90PC), the ProArt PA32UCXR comes out ahead in peak brightness / refresh rate, while the ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) wins on dci-p3 coverage. Overall, the ProArt PA32UCXR scores 66.2 and the ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) scores 65.9 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
These two are nearly even on the Mars Score (66.2 vs 65.9). The decision is not about overall quality — both clear the bar — it is about which specific trade-offs fit your use.
Pick the ProArt PA32UCXR if the display is what you stare at all day — refresh rate, brightness, or sharpness is where the difference will be most visible. The biggest gaps in its favor are peak brightness, refresh rate, screen size, among others. The single most decisive one: Peak brightness — 166.67% more. 1600 nits vs 600 nits.
Pick the ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) if you care most about dci-p3 coverage. Its strongest claims are dci-p3 coverage. The single most decisive one: DCI-P3 coverage — 1.02% more. 99 % vs 98 %.
Both ship with comparable response time (gtg), panel type, g-sync, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: there is no wrong answer here — match the spec advantages to how you actually use the product. The Mars Score parity says both are well-rounded; the differences are about trade-offs, not quality.
Which should you buy: ASUS - ProArt PA32UCXR or Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC)?
ASUS - ProArt PA32UCXR leads the current Mars Score by 0.3 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare screen size, refresh rate against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose ASUS - ProArt PA32UCXR if…
ASUS - ProArt PA32UCXR has the measurable edge on peak brightness nits, refresh rate hz, screen size in.
Choose Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) if…
Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) has the measurable edge on color gamut dci p3 pct.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why ASUS - ProArt PA32UCXR wins
- ▲Peak brightness — 166.67% more. 1600 nits vs 600 nits.
- ▲Refresh rate — 100.00% more. 120 Hz vs 60 Hz.
- ▲Screen size — 18.52% more. 32 " vs 27 ".
- ▲USB-C Power Delivery — 6.67% more. 96 W vs 90 W.
- ▲Has FreeSync.
Why Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) wins
- ▲DCI-P3 coverage — 1.02% more. 99 % vs 98 %.
Spec comparison
Panel
| Spec | ASUS - ProArt PA32UCXR | Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 32 "lead | 27 " |
| Panel typeⓘ | IPS | IPS |
| Resolutionⓘ | 4K | 5Klead |
| Aspect ratioⓘ | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curvedⓘ | false | false |
Performance
| Spec | ASUS - ProArt PA32UCXR | Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rateⓘ | 120 Hzlead | 60 Hz |
| Response time (GtG)ⓘ | 5 ms | 5 ms |
| Peak brightnessⓘ | 1600 nitslead | 600 nits |
| DCI-P3 coverageⓘ | 98 % | 99 %lead |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| G-Syncⓘ | false | false |
| FreeSyncⓘ | truelead | false |
Connectivity
| Spec | ASUS - ProArt PA32UCXR | Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI ports | 3lead | 1 |
| DisplayPort ports | 1lead | 0 |
| USB-C inputⓘ | true | true |
| USB-C Power Deliveryⓘ | 96 Wlead | 90 W |
| KVM | truelead | false |
Frequently asked
Which has higher refresh rate, ProArt PA32UCXR or ViewFinity S9 (S90PC)?+
ProArt PA32UCXR refreshes at 120Hz vs 60Hz.
Which has faster response time, ProArt PA32UCXR or ViewFinity S9 (S90PC)?+
ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) responds in 5ms vs 5ms.
Does ProArt PA32UCXR or ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) have USB-C with power delivery?+
Both offer USB-C PD — 96W on ProArt PA32UCXR, 90W on ViewFinity S9 (S90PC).