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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize competitive gaming and require a high refresh rate with a broad VRR range, the Acer XB323U-GX would serve you well, although it is pricier. Its performance in productivity and media consumption is less impressive. Conversely, the Gigabyte M34WQ offers a wider screen and a good balance for casual gaming, productivity, and media viewing at a more affordable price but isn't as suitable for competitive gaming due to a lower refresh rate and narrower VRR range. It also has a less stellar contrast and isn't recommended for HDR gaming or media. Consider the Gigabyte for a mix of uses at a better value or the Acer if your focus is on competitive gaming and you're okay with the higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS)
- Very good refresh rate
- Good brightness
Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.3
4.5
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.5 ms
48 - 270 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
4.8
6.3
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.4
6.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$1,147
$330
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) has a price of $1,147 and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) costs $330.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9
5.9
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
95.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
87.7 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) | Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,147 | $330 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 32" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 16 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1000:1 | 1074:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 379 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 600 nits | 372 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 173.4 % | 102.9 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 8 ms | 8.5 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 48 - 270 Hz | 20 - 144 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 8.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 91 PPI | 110 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 6.1/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 6.1/10 | 7.1/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 1 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 1 | 0 | |
Shopping
Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | November 2023
"If you want a 34″ 3440×1440 ultrawide gaming monitor with a fast response time speed, smooth VRR performance, vibrant colors and crisp details, the Gigabyte M34WQ is one of the best options below $450. Additionally, it has an ergonomic stand, rich connectivity options and plenty of extra features, such as a built-in KVM switch. Some users might not be pleased by its flat screen, but at a certain viewing distance, it feels completely natural."
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