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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize a higher resolution for crisp image quality in productivity tasks or want a monitor that is better suited for tasks like digital photo editing, the Gigabyte M28U with its larger screen resolution is a solid choice, despite its higher price. However, if you're looking for a wider display that can enhance immersion during media consumption and casual gaming, and also offer a broader canvas for multitasking without spending as much, the Gigabyte M34WQ could be the better option. Neither monitor is ideal for HDR gaming and media consumption, so if that is a priority, you might want to consider other models. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M28U (IPS)
- Very good for productivity
Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
- The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte M28U (IPS).
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.7
4.5
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
7.7 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.5 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
312 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
The Gigabyte M28U (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Gigabyte M28U (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
8.8
6.3
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
160 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M28U (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
6.7
6.0
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1228:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
312 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
495 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M28U (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both only fair for media consumption, though the Gigabyte M28U (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$470
$330
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Gigabyte M28U (IPS) has a price of $470 and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) costs $330.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.1
5.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1228:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
312 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
495 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
65.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
87.7 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte M28U (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is poor.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M28U (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte M28U (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M28U (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M28U (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Gigabyte M28U (IPS) and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Gigabyte M28U (IPS) | Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$470 | $330 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 28" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 8 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1228:1 | 1074:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 312 nits | 379 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 495 nits | 372 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 99.7 % | 102.9 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 7.7 ms | 8.5 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 144 Hz | 20 - 144 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 6.6/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 160 PPI | 110 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 0 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Gigabyte M28U (IPS)
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PC Gamer
Jacob Ridley | January 2022
"Fundamentally the M28U is an impressive 4K monitor; between the resolution, refresh rate, and IPS panel, it's a great all-rounder for the step up to 4K. Even beyond PC gaming, the inclusion of a HDMI 2.1 port offers 120Hz gaming for consoles, so it's quite the multi-faceted package for its price. Gigabyte has made no major sacrifice to tick all the checkboxes with the M28U."
Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | November 2023
"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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