If budget is a major concern and you're looking for a very wide screen for an immersive gaming and media experience, the MSI MAG 341CQP's ultra-wide aspect ratio makes it an excellent less expensive option. However, the Gigabyte FO32U2P offers a higher refresh rate for smoother gameplay, making it more suitable for fast-paced competitive gaming despite its higher cost. Both monitors offer superior color and contrast performance, ideal for HDR gaming and media consumption, as well as photo and video editing. Considering the larger screen size and extra gaming performance, the Gigabyte could justify its premium price for dedicated gamers or professional editors, but for those seeking value with great performance, the MSI is a compelling alternative. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED)
Good for productivity
Very good refresh rate
Advantages of the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED)
The MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED).
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
6.8/10
5.8/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 175 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) is poor.
Productivity
7.6/10
5.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) is good for productivity, while the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$1,200
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) has a price of $1,200 and the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) costs $800.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.9/10
9.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.3 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) and MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Media Consumption
10.0/10
9.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) and MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) are both best in class for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) and MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) and MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) and MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte FO32U2P (QD-OLED) and MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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