At first glance, the ASUS ProArt Display PA32KCX may look like just another high-end ProArt monitor, but once you see an 8K image at full brightness, it’s clear that ASUS is aiming for reference-grade quality. This 32-inch 8K panel (7680 x 4320) is designed for people who work in color-managed environments and need reliable, accurate color. Let’s take a closer look at what this 8K display has to offer.
Anyone who spends time grading or retouching knows how much the display shapes the work. When the screen is consistent, decisions fall into place more easily. When it shifts, even small choices start to feel uncertain. High-precision panels matter in these setups. They give colorists, filmmakers, designers, content creators, and anyone working in a professional, color-managed environment a consistent point of reference so they can keep their workflow moving without second-guessing.
Already this year, we’ve taken a close look at the ASUS ProArt Display PA32QCV and performed a CineD Lab Test on the ASUS ProArt PA32UCDM monitor. These ASUS displays consistently score well for color accuracy and overall stability, and they tend to set expectations for the ProArt series. The ASUS ProArt display PA32KCX will officially be released in February 2026 and enter the lineup as the world’s first 8K HDR mini-LED monitor. It is positioned as a reference-class display aimed at professional color work. We took our first look back at NAB 2024:
Design and build
The PA32KCX features a 32-inch, 8K display (7680×4320) with a 275ppi pixel density. Its mini-LED backlight features 4,032 individually controlled local-dimming zones, which provide deep blacks, bright highlights, and even brightness across the panel.
Motorized, flip colorimeter. Supports Calman and Light Illusion ColourSpace workflows. Image credit: ASUS
ASUS uses its LuxPixel Anti-Glare Low-Reflection (AGLR) coating to reduce reflections without softening the image. The surface is designed to stay crisp and color-accurate even under direct studio lighting. A built-in motorized colorimeter handles calibration automatically and supports both Calman and Light Illusion ColourSpace workflows, plus, the monitor can store calibration profiles internally so that accuracy is maintained regardless of the connected system.
To stabilize performance over long sessions, ambient and backlight sensors monitor the environment and adjust for shifts in lighting or panel brightness at startup.
Color accuracy. Image credit: ASUSDisplay performance
The PA32KCX reaches a peak brightness of 1,200 nits and can sustain 1,000 nits across the entire screen, which is rare even among high-end HDR reference displays. The combination of brightness and the 4,032-zone mini-LED backlight allows for precise local contrast, maintaining detail in both shadow and highlight regions.
Color accuracy is one of the ASUS PA32KCX’s defining features. Each unit is factory-calibrated using ASUS’s advanced grayscale tracking system to achieve a Delta E value below one. The monitor is listed as covering 95% of Adobe RGB, 97% of DCI-P3, and 95% of Rec.2020, with true 10-bit color depth and quantum-dot enhancement for a wider tonal range.
The display supports HDR10 and HLG formats, with Dolby Vision coming via a firmware update that was scheduled for Q3 2025, so we should see it shortly. With this combination, the PA32KCX is positioned for mastering and color grading across a wide range of delivery formats.
Connectivity ports. Image credit: ASUSWorkflow and connectivity
For professional workflows, the PA32KCX includes a full range of high-bandwidth connections. Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports provide 96-watt power delivery and daisy-chain support, while DisplayPort 2.1 and two HDMI 2.1 inputs cover most production and grading setups. A built-in Auto KVM switch lets users control two connected systems with a single keyboard and mouse, making it easier to move between editing and color-grading stations.
Ergodynamic stand design. Image credit: ASUS
The integrated USB hub adds several USB-A and USB-C ports for peripherals or external drives. The monitor’s stand supports tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments, and the panel can also be mounted using a 100×100mm VESA plate.
Key specificationsDisplay: 32-inch 8K (7680 × 4320), 275 ppiBacklight: Mini LED with 4,032 local dimming zonesBrightness: 1200 nits peak, 1000 nits sustainedColor accuracy: Delta E below one, true 10-bitColor gamut: 99% sRGB, 95% Adobe RGB, 97% DCI-P3, 95% Rec.2020HDR support: HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision via firmwareCalibration: Built-in motorized colorimeter, hardware calibration, Calman, and ColourSpace compatibleConnectivity: Dual Thunderbolt 4 (96 W PD), DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1, USB hub, Auto KVMCoating: LuxPixel Anti-Glare Low-Reflection (AGLR)Panel type: IPSContrast ratio: 1,000,000 to 1 (HDR)Refresh rate: 60 HzResponse time: 5 ms GTGSustainability: Paper-based packaging
Back and side view. Image credit: ASUSWho is it for?
The PA32KCX is aimed at professionals who work in color-critical environments and need consistency across multiple delivery formats. Colorists can take advantage of its high sustained brightness and fine control over local dimming for HDR mastering. Cinematographers and editors working in Dolby Vision, HLG, or HDR10 should find the broad format support suited to modern post-production pipelines.
For photographers and designers, the wide color coverage and factory-calibrated accuracy support workflows where precise tone and color reproduction are essential. The 8K resolution also makes it relevant for retouching and large-format print work.
ASUS PA32KCX display with hood. Image credit: ASUSPrice and availability
The ProArt 8K Display PA32KCX is expected to be available in Europe in February 2026. ASUS lists the MSRP as $8,799 / €8,999. For more information, please see the ASUS website.
How does this 8K ProArt model align with your current needs? Is it a monitor you could imagine using in your studio?