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Updated April 23, 2024·
Choosing between the Gigabyte M32UC and the ViewSonic XG341C-2K depends on your priorities. The Gigabyte offers a larger screen and 4K resolution which is great for productivity and media consumption, at a more affordable price, but it's not the best for HDR gaming. The ViewSonic, being pricier, has superior contrast and color accuracy thanks to its Mini LED tech, making it excellent for print photo editing, but has a lower resolution and may not be as immersive for media consumption due to its smaller, ultrawide screen. For competitive gaming, the ViewSonic's high refresh rate and response time offer an edge. If budget is a concern and you need a general-purpose monitor, the Gigabyte is a strong choice; if you're focused on high-end photo editing and competitive gaming, and are willing to invest more, consider the ViewSonic. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M32UC (VA)
- Best in class for productivity
Advantages of the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED)
- Excellent for casual gaming
- Good contrast
- Very good brightness
- Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
7.3
9.3
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
200Hz
2776:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
720 nits
506 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1400 nits
85.4 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
97.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is excellent for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is good.
Competitive Gaming
4.7
5.4
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
200Hz
8.7 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.0 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48,200 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
720 nits
The ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) and Gigabyte M32UC (VA) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is somewhat better.
Productivity
9.6
6.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is best in class for productivity, while the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is only fair.
Cost
$550
$1,499
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) has a price of $550 and the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) costs $1,499.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is not suitable for print photo editing while the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Media Consumption
7.3
7.4
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
2776:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
720 nits
506 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1400 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) and Gigabyte M32UC (VA) are both good for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) and the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte M32UC (VA) | ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$550 | $1,499 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 32" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | Mini LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | VA | VA | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | N/A | 1152 | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 2776:1 | 3000:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 500 nits | 720 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 506 nits | 1400 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 95.8 % | 97 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 8.7 ms | 1 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 144 Hz | 48,200 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.4/10 | 9.6/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 139 PPI | 109 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7.9/10 | 7/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7.9/10 | 7/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 1 | 2 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
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