This is the entry point if you want a big curved gaming screen without spending much. At 32 inches with a wraparound curve, it fills your peripheral vision in a way flat monitors don't — games feel more immersive even if the tech inside isn't fancy. The picture is sharper than 1080p, and at 165Hz the motion stays smooth in fast games.
The VA panel means dark scenes look properly dark instead of washed out, which helps in moody games. Response time is decent for the price bracket — you'll see some slight trailing behind fast objects, but it's not bad enough to wreck competitive play. Just don't expect the instant pixel response of pricier screens.
The HDR sticker is basically decoration. It won't give you those punchy bright highlights, so treat this as a regular bright display and you won't be disappointed.