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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize competitive gaming, the Asus monitor offers a higher refresh rate, which makes for smoother motion and could provide an edge in fast-paced games. However, the Gigabyte monitor, while less suited for competitive gaming, offers a wider screen with a 21:9 aspect ratio that's great for immersive gaming experiences, movies, and multitasking. It also has a higher resolution, which could benefit productivity tasks and provide more screen real estate. If budget is a concern and you want a balance between work and play, the Gigabyte monitor's lower price and versatile features make it a compelling choice. If you're willing to invest more for a monitor that excels in competitive gaming, then the Asus could be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PG279QM (IPS)
- Very good for competitive gaming
- Very good refresh rate
Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
- The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Asus PG279QM (IPS).
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
8.0
4.5
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
7.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.5 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
363 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$749
$330
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) has a price of $749 and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) costs $330.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.4
5.9
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1147:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
363 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
478 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
95.8 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
87.7 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Asus PG279QM (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.4
6.3
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both only fair for productivity.
Media Consumption
6.0
6.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1147:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
363 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
478 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and Asus PG279QM (IPS) are both only fair for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Asus PG279QM (IPS) | Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$749 | $330 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 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 | 32 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1147:1 | 1074:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 363 nits | 379 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 478 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 | 103.1 % | 102.9 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 7 ms | 8.5 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 240 Hz | 20 - 144 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 8/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 109 PPI | 110 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7/10 | 7.1/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 3 | 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 | |
Shopping
Asus PG279QM (IPS)
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | April 2022
"The Asus ROG Swift PG279QM is one of the best gaming monitors I’ve reviewed, and one of the best all-around displays too. With perfect video processing, smooth gaming performance and tons of rich and accurate color."
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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