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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize an immersive experience with a wider screen for multitasking or enjoying cinematic content, the Gigabyte M34WQ with its ultrawide aspect ratio is a solid choice but keep in mind it has a slightly slower response time which may affect fast-paced gaming. On the other hand, the LG 32GP850 offers a higher refresh rate and quicker response time, making it better for competitive gaming where every millisecond counts, although its traditional aspect ratio is not as expansive for immersive viewing or multitasking compared to the Gigabyte. Neither is ideal for HDR gaming and media consumption, but both are capable of decent photo editing. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Advantages of the LG 32GP850 (IPS)
- Good refresh rate
- Good brightness
- Very good response time
Key differences
Productivity
6.3
5.0
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
110 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.0
5.5
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1074:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1037:1
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
412 nits
372 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
430 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$330
$600
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) has a price of $330 and the LG 32GP850 (IPS) costs $600.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9
5.8
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
1074:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1037:1
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
412 nits
372 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
430 nits
87.7 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Competitive Gaming
4.5
4.8
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
8.5 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.2 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 180 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
412 nits
The LG 32GP850 (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and the LG 32GP850 (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) | LG 32GP850 (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$330 | $600 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 34" | 32" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 180Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1074:1 | 1037:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 379 nits | 412 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 372 nits | 430 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 102.9 % | 100 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 8.5 ms | 6.2 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 144 Hz | 20 - 180 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 6.6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 110 PPI | 93 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7.1/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7.1/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 1 | |
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 | 0 | 0 | |
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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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