If you're looking for a larger screen for immersive gaming and media, the Asus PG49WCD's ultra-wide design may enhance your experience, but the fidelity and clarity could be lacking for text and fine detail work due to its glossy coating. The Corsair 45WQHD240 offers a higher refresh rate, which is great for competitive gaming where speed is key, but its smaller size and matte finish might not be as captivating for watching movies or playing visually expansive games. Consider whether you prioritize a broad field of view and potential cost savings with the Asus, or sharper motion handling for competitive play with the Corsair, despite a higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for media consumption
Good brightness
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Advantages of the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED)
Very good refresh rate
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.8/10
8.1/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
413 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
141 nits
468 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
632 nits
98.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
97.6 %
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is very good.
Productivity
5.7/10
3.9/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
84 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
No
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) and Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity, though the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
9.6/10
5.7/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
413 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
141 nits
468 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
632 nits
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$1,026
$1,700
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) has a price of $1,026 and the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) costs $1,700.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing while the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
5.4/10
5.4/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.6 ms
48 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
413 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
141 nits
The Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) and Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) and Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) and Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) and Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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