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Updated April 11, 2024·
If budget is a concern and you value a large ultrawide screen for multitasking and productivity, the Gigabyte M34WQ with its wider aspect ratio may be a solid choice. However, if you're more into competitive gaming and can invest more, the LG 32GQ850 offers a higher refresh rate, which means smoother gameplay. Neither display is ideal for HDR gaming or media, but for digital photo editing, both have good color accuracy. The Gigabyte might fall short in responsiveness compared to the LG, which could matter in fast-paced games. Consider what's more important: a wider screen for work and casual gaming, or a performance edge in competitive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Advantages of the LG 32GQ850 (IPS)
- Very good refresh rate
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
4.5
5.2
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
260Hz
8.5 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 260 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
150 nits
The LG 32GQ850 (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) is somewhat better.
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 32GQ850 (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.0
5.3
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1074:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
150 nits
372 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
600 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$330
$718
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) has a price of $330 and the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) costs $718.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9
5.8
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
260Hz
1074:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
150 nits
372 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
600 nits
87.7 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 32GQ850 (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 32GQ850 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 32GQ850 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 32GQ850 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) | LG 32GQ850 (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$330 | $718 | ||
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 | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | N/A | 16 | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1074:1 | 1000:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 379 nits | 150 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 372 nits | 600 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 % | 135 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 8.5 ms | 8 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 144 Hz | 48 - 260 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 6.6/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 1 | |
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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