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Updated April 23, 2024·
Choosing the CoolerMaster GP27U with its IPS panel would be suitable if accurate color representation and broader viewing angles are important for tasks like photo editing or enjoying HDR video content. Its higher resolution and peak brightness levels make it great for HDR gaming and media consumption. On the other hand, the ViewSonic XG341C-2K offers a wider screen and a VA panel, which typically provides better contrast ratios, making it a solid choice if you prioritize deep blacks and immersive experiences, especially in a darker room. However, this might come at a cost of color accuracy and viewing angles when compared to an IPS panel. If competitive gaming is a key concern, both have features to support this, but keep in mind the total response time and refresh rate as they directly impact gameplay smoothness. If budget is a significant factor and HDR capability is a priority, the CoolerMaster offers premium features at a lower cost, but if you prefer an ultrawide immersive experience and can justify the expense, the ViewSonic might be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED)
- Best in class for productivity
- Very good for media consumption
- Very good text clarity
- Very good image clarity
- Very good contrast
- Very good color volume
Advantages of the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED)
- Excellent for casual gaming
- Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
8.0
9.3
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
200Hz
1072:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
720 nits
1550 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1400 nits
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
97.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is excellent for casual gaming, while the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is very good.
Competitive Gaming
5.9
5.4
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
200Hz
6.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.0 ms
20 - 160 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48,200 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
720 nits
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is somewhat better.
Productivity
9.8
6.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is best in class for productivity, while the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is only fair.
Media Consumption
8.0
7.4
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1072:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
720 nits
1550 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1400 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is very good for media consumption, while the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is good.
Cost
$770
$1,499
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) has a price of $770 and the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) costs $1,499.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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How the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) | ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$770 | $1,499 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | MiniLED | Mini LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | VA | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 576 | 1152 | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1072:1 | 3000:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 697 nits | 720 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 1550 nits | 1400 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | Yes | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 95.1 % | 97 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 6.2 ms | 1 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 160 Hz | 48,200 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8/10 | 9.6/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 163 PPI | 109 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2 | 2 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | February 2023
"The Cooler Master Tempest GP27U leaves little to complain about. It delivers a stunning picture with high contrast, brightness, and vivid color. Professional-grade video processing means a superlative gaming experience. And it’s a little less expensive than the competition."
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