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Updated April 11, 2024·
Choosing between the Gigabyte M32Q and the LG 34GN850B depends on your preferences. If competitive gaming is a priority and you're looking for a monitor with a higher refresh rate and strobing to reduce motion blur, the Gigabyte may suit you better. However, if you prefer an ultrawide display that offers a more immersive experience for gaming and productivity, despite a slightly lower refresh rate and no strobing, then the LG could be the right pick. The Gigabyte also has a slightly higher peak brightness, which might make it a bit more versatile in brightly lit environments. Both are at the upper midrange price point, so your decision should be based on the specific features that align with your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS)
- Good refresh rate
Advantages of the LG 34GN850B (IPS)
- The LG 34GN850B (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS).
Key differences
Productivity
5.0
5.9
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
93 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GN850B (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are both poor for productivity, though the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$455
$750
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) has a price of $455 and the LG 34GN850B (IPS) costs $750.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8
5.9
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1195:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
950:1
333 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
460 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
436 nits
87.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
94.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GN850B (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Competitive Gaming
4.7
4.5
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
6.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.2 ms
20 - 170 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 160 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
333 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Media Consumption
5.5
5.9
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1195:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
950:1
333 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
460 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
436 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GN850B (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are both poor for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and the LG 34GN850B (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) | LG 34GN850B (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$455 | $750 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 32" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 170Hz | 144Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1195:1 | 950:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 333 nits | 359 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 460 nits | 436 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 100.6 % | 99 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 6.1 ms | 6.2 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 170 Hz | 20 - 160 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 7.1/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8.1/10 | 8/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 93 PPI | 108 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 1 | 0 | |
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Gigabyte M32Q (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | July 2023
"Thanks to its IPS panel with a wide color gamut and fast pixel response time speed, the Gigabyte M32Q offers both an immersive and responsive gaming experience. Additionally, it has an ergonomic stand, plenty of connectivity options, and a lot of useful features – all at a reasonable price."
LG 34GN850B (IPS)
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TechSpot
Tim Schiesser | August 2020
"Mid-range 3440 x 1440 144Hz VA monitors are ~$500 to $600 these days. You are getting a much better product for the higher price of the LG, with faster response times and better colors (outside of the contrast ratio), but this is definitely a monitor that is reserved for those that want the best of the best and are willing to pay for it."
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