If you prioritize immersive gaming and are willing to invest more, the Asus PG34WCDM with its curved screen and ultra-wide aspect ratio provides a broad, wraparound viewing experience. However, the MSI MPG 321URX, with its higher resolution and HDR capabilities, is better suited for a blend of gaming, media consumption, and color-critical work like photo editing. Choosing the MSI could also save you money while offering a crisp, clear image with vibrant colors due to its Quantum Dot technology, although it doesn't offer the expansive view of the Asus. Both monitors excel in their own right, but your choice should be guided by the specific activities you value most and how much you're prepared to spend. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PG34WCDM (W-OLED)
The Asus PG34WCDM (W-OLED) has no clear advantages over the MSI MPG 321URX (QD-OLED).
Advantages of the MSI MPG 321URX (QD-OLED)
Good for productivity
Best in class for media consumption
Best in class brightness
Best in class color volume
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.6/10
6.8/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
238 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The MSI MPG 321URX (QD-OLED) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Asus PG34WCDM (W-OLED) is poor.
Productivity
5.7/10
7.6/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MPG 321URX (QD-OLED) is good for productivity, while the Asus PG34WCDM (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.5/10
10.0/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
238 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
716 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MPG 321URX (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the Asus PG34WCDM (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$1,300
$950
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Asus PG34WCDM (W-OLED) has a price of $1,300 and the MSI MPG 321URX (QD-OLED) costs $950.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
Yes
The Asus PG34WCDM (W-OLED) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the MSI MPG 321URX (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Asus PG34WCDM (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the MSI MPG 321URX (QD-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
9.9/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
238 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
716 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
96.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MPG 321URX (QD-OLED) and Asus PG34WCDM (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PG34WCDM (W-OLED) and MSI MPG 321URX (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PG34WCDM (W-OLED) and MSI MPG 321URX (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
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