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Updated April 11, 2024·

If you need a monitor with a higher resolution and better contrast for deeper blacks, the Gigabyte M32UC with its VA panel is a solid option, especially if you are into HDR gaming or media consumption. On the other hand, if accurate colors are more important to you and you do digital photo editing, the LG 34GP83A with its IPS panel offers better color accuracy and wider viewing angles. It's also wider with a 21:9 aspect ratio, which could enhance your productivity and gaming immersion. However, in exchange for these benefits, the LG model is generally more expensive. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Gigabyte M32UC (VA)
  • Good for casual gaming
  • Best in class for productivity
  • Good for media consumption
  • Good refresh rate
  • Good text clarity
  • Good image clarity
Advantages of the LG 34GP83A (IPS)
  • Very good response time

Key differences

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Casual Gaming

7.3
M32UC
34GP83A
5.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
2776:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
956:1
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
506 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
457 nits
85.4 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.2 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is good for casual gaming, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.

Productivity

9.6
M32UC
34GP83A
6.0
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is best in class for productivity, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is only fair.

Media Consumption

7.3
M32UC
34GP83A
5.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
2776:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
956:1
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
506 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
457 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is good for media consumption, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.

Cost

$550
M32UC
34GP83A
$750
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The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) has a price of $550 and the LG 34GP83A (IPS) costs $750.

Digital Photo Editing

No
M32UC
34GP83A
Yes
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing.

Key similarities

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Competitive Gaming

4.7
M32UC
34GP83A
4.5
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
8.7 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.1 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 160 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.

HDR Gaming and Media Consumption

No
M32UC
34GP83A
No
Both the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.

HDR Video Editing and Color Grading

No
M32UC
34GP83A
No
Both the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.

Print Photo Editing

No
M32UC
34GP83A
No
Both the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.

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How the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and the LG 34GP83A (IPS) compare to other monitors

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Spec Comparison

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Gigabyte M32UC (VA)LG 34GP83A (IPS)
Gigabyte M32UC (VA)LG 34GP83A (IPS)

GENERAL

Price
$550
$750
Screen Size
32"34"
Resolution
3840 x 21603440 x 1440
Screen Type
LEDLED
Screen Sub-type
VAIPS
Refresh Rate
160Hz144Hz

COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS

Native Contrast
2776:1956:1
SDR Peak Brightness
500 nits389 nits
HDR Peak Brightness
506 nits457 nits
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
NoNo
sRGB Color Gamut
95.8 %102.8 %

MOTION CHARACTERISTICS

Total Response Time
8.7 ms6.1 ms
Variable Refresh Rate
20 - 144 Hz20 - 160 Hz
Strobing / BFI
YesNo
Persistence Blur Score
7/106.6/10
Ghosting Score
7.4/108.1/10

TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY

Pixels Per Inch
139 PPI108 PPI
Coating
MatteMatte
Text Clarity Score
7.9/107/10
Image Clarity Score
7.9/107/10

PORTS & CONNECTIVITY

HDMI 1.4 Ports
00
HDMI 2.0 Ports
02
HDMI 2.1 Ports
10
Micro HDMI Ports
00
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports
00

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Gigabyte M32UC (VA)

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Tom's Hardware

Christian Eberle | December 2022
"The Gigabyte M32UC is a terrific value. For around $600, you get a full-featured 4K gaming monitor with top-shelf video processing, a colorful bright image and a form factor suited for both work and play."

LG 34GP83A (IPS)

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Display Ninja

Rob Shafer | October 2023
"The LG 34GP83A is an excellent monitor for the price! It offers flawless performance thanks to its rapid response time, low input lag, high refresh rate, and certified G-SYNC compatibility. Moreover, its Nano IPS panel ensures vibrant colors which along with the 3440×1440 ultrawide resolution makes for a stunning and immersive viewing experience."

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