If you're on a budget and mostly into casual gaming, the Gigabyte G24F-2 offers a solid experience without breaking the bank. However, the Gigabyte M34WQ provides a larger, higher resolution screen which is better for productivity and media consumption. For competitive gaming, both have decent refresh rates, but the larger screen might give an edge in immersive gameplay at the cost of a higher price. If photo editing is a priority, the G24F-2 has higher sRGB coverage, which is important for color accuracy. Neither model is optimal for HDR gaming or video editing due to their limited peak brightness and color gamut. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.8/10
4.5/10
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.5 ms
48 - 180 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
4.9/10
6.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
92 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.4/10
6.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1100:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$140
$330
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) has a price of $140 and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) costs $330.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.7/10
5.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1100:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
95.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
87.7 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) compare to other monitors
"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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