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Updated April 12, 2024·
If you prioritize high-resolution content and detailed work like digital photo editing, the Gigabyte M32U with its larger screen and sharper 4K resolution is the better option, although it's more expensive. However, if you prefer a wider field of view for immersive gaming and productivity, along with a slightly higher refresh rate, the LG 34GN850B's ultra-wide screen might suit you more and save you money. Both monitors offer good color and clarity, but neither is ideal for HDR gaming or media consumption due to their limited peak brightness. The Gigabyte has a slight edge for casual gaming due to its higher resolution, while both are fairly matched for competitive gaming. For productivity, the LG's ultra-wide aspect ratio is beneficial, but if sharpness and screen real estate for multitasking are important to you, you might find the Gigabyte more suitable despite the higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M32U (IPS)
- Very good for productivity
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Advantages of the LG 34GN850B (IPS)
- Very good response time
Key differences
Productivity
8.0
5.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
140 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32U (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.7
5.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1125:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
950:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
456 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
436 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32U (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$650
$750
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Gigabyte M32U (IPS) has a price of $650 and the LG 34GN850B (IPS) costs $750.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte M32U (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.2
5.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1125:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
950:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
456 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
436 nits
87.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
94.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte M32U (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.5
4.5
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
7.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.2 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 160 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
The Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32U (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 M32U (IPS) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and the LG 34GN850B (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Gigabyte M32U (IPS) | LG 34GN850B (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$650 | $750 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 32" | 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 | 16 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1125:1 | 950:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 350 nits | 359 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 456 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 | 99.8 % | 99 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 7.1 ms | 6.2 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 144 Hz | 20 - 160 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 6.6/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.9/10 | 8/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 140 PPI | 108 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 | 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 M32U (IPS)
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Tom's Guide
Matthew Murray | June 2022
"The Gigabyte M32U gaming monitor is almost a slam-dunk choice, considering everything you get as part of the package. Gigabyte goes for broke with things like its built-in KVM switch and GameAssist, and those come close to paying off. Add in the well-executed, more familiar offerings, and this is a monitor that deserves serious thought if you’re in the market for what it delivers."
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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