If competitive gaming is a priority for you, the Acer X34V with its higher refresh rate and faster response time will enhance your experience, plus it's more budget-friendly. However, if your focus is on professional-grade color accuracy for tasks like HDR video editing or print photo editing, the Apple Pro Display XDR offers superior performance, though at a premium price. The Acer is better suited for immersive media consumption with its curved, ultra-wide display, while the Apple's higher resolution and screen clarity are excellent for productivity and detailed work. Consider what your primary use will be and whether the investment aligns with your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer X34V (QD-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for media consumption
Good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Advantages of the Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD)
Best in class for productivity
Excellent text clarity
Excellent image clarity
Best in class brightness
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.6/10
7.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
6016 x 3384
175Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1600 nits
1000 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1600 nits
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.7 %
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Acer X34V (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) is good.
Competitive Gaming
5.2/10
3.9/10
175Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
20.0 ms
48 - 175 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1600 nits
The Acer X34V (QD-OLED) and Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Acer X34V (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Productivity
5.7/10
9.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
6016 x 3384
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
216 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) is best in class for productivity, while the Acer X34V (QD-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
9.5/10
8.1/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
6016 x 3384
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1600 nits
1000 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1600 nits
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Acer X34V (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) is very good.
Cost
$700
$4,999
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Acer X34V (QD-OLED) has a price of $700 and the Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) costs $4,999.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Acer X34V (QD-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing while the Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
Yes
The Acer X34V (QD-OLED) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Acer X34V (QD-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer X34V (QD-OLED) and Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
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How the Acer X34V (QD-OLED) and the Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) compare to other monitors
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