Question New monitor, uneven backlight?

u700

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Feb 21, 2019
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Hi.

I just bought a new 1080p 144hz curved VA monitor, AOC C32G1
(https://www.novatech.co.uk/products/aoc-c32g1-31-5-inch-wled-lcd-monitor-169-1-ms/c32g1.html)

When I look at a very dark picture or just solid black, I can see greyish patches all over the screen, especially at the top.

Here's how it displays a solid black image:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PWegi6yOfr9fFmG_ExjnWg-wv6EH0NeN/view

Is this some sort of factory defect? Or is it how VA panels are?

When I play games with darker scenes I can clearly see it, so I find this unacceptable.

Should I return this monitor for a replacement? Or should I just get a different model or panel type?

Thanks