If you prioritize high refresh rates for very responsive gameplay in competitive gaming, the AOC AG276QZD may suit you well, with rapid movement looking smooth though limited in image clarity. For a wider screen and remarkable color accuracy for tasks like photo and video editing, the Phillips 34M2C8600 will serve better, with its color performance making HDR gaming and media consumption more vivid. However, if budget is a factor, the AOC might be a better fit, as it's less expensive. The Phillips offers a wider view and superior brightness, which could enhance your productivity and entertainment experience if you can invest more. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED)
Best in class for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Advantages of the Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED)
Best in class for media consumption
Good image clarity
Best in class brightness
Best in class color volume
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
9.6/10
5.8/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
0.3 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.1 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 175 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
284 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.8/10
9.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
284 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
379 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$700
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) has a price of $700 and the Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) costs $800.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
Yes
The AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.7/10
9.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
284 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
379 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
96.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.3 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) and AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Productivity
5.7/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) and AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) and Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) and Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
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