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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize a sharper image for digital photo editing or need a monitor with higher resolution for productivity, the Asus PA279CV with its 4K resolution could be a better fit for you. However, if you prefer a wider screen for multitasking and a better gaming experience with higher refresh rates and variable refresh rate support, the Gigabyte M34WQ could serve you better despite its lower resolution. Neither monitor is ideal for HDR gaming or media consumption due to limited HDR brightness. The choice between them depends on whether your main focus is on professional image work and sharper text (Asus) or gaming and multitasking (Gigabyte). Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PA279CV (IPS)
- Good for productivity
- Very good text clarity
- Very good image clarity
Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
- Good response time
Key differences
Productivity
7.9
6.3
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA279CV (IPS) is good for productivity, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
6.6
6.0
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
920:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
436 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA279CV (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both only fair for media consumption, though the Asus PA279CV (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$399
$330
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The Asus PA279CV (IPS) has a price of $399 and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) costs $330.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PA279CV (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8
5.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
920:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
436 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
80.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
87.7 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and Asus PA279CV (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Competitive Gaming
4.9
4.5
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
17.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.5 ms
48 - 60 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
The Asus PA279CV (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Asus PA279CV (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PA279CV (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PA279CV (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Asus PA279CV (IPS) and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Asus PA279CV (IPS) | Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$399 | $330 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 8 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 920:1 | 1074:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 376 nits | 379 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 436 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 | 99.3 % | 102.9 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 17 ms | 8.5 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 48 - 60 Hz | 20 - 144 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 163 PPI | 110 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 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 | 0 | 0 | |
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Asus PA279CV (IPS)
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PC World
Matthew Smith | April 2022
"Asus’ ProArt PA279CV is a sensible choice for content creators who want a color accurate 4K monitor but don’t want to clean out their savings account. It edges out alternatives like the BenQ PD2720U and Dell S2722QC in brightness and contrast without giving up ground on connectivity or menu options."
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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