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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're into casual gaming and productivity, the Gigabyte M34WQ's ultrawide screen and higher refresh rate offer a more immersive experience and smoother visuals. Its performance in competitive gaming is decent and with its versatility, it might suit various multitasking activities better. However, if you value a higher resolution for detailed work or media, the LG 32UN650's 4K display might be preferable, though it has a smaller screen size and lower refresh rate, which is less ideal for gaming. The LG's higher contrast can also provide a superior viewing experience for movies and general content. Keep in mind, neither are the best suit for HDR gaming and media consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
- Good response time
Advantages of the LG 32UN650 (IPS)
- Very good for productivity
- Good for media consumption
- Very good contrast
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9
6.6
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1074:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3229:1
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
372 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
373 nits
87.7 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
78.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is only fair for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.5
3.8
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.5 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
11.8 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 165 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
6.3
8.4
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
110 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
6.0
7.1
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1074:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3229:1
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
372 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
373 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is good for media consumption, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 32UN650 (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Cost
$350
$337
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$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
$500
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) has a price of $350 and the LG 32UN650 (IPS) costs $337.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and the LG 32UN650 (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) | LG 32UN650 (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$350 | $337 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 34" | 32" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1074:1 | 3229:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 379 nits | 298 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 372 nits | 373 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 % | 98.6 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 8.5 ms | 11.8 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 144 Hz | 20 - 165 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 6.6/10 | 5/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 110 PPI | 139 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
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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."
LG 32UN650 (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | February 2024
"The LG 32UN650 is a 32″ 4K IPS monitor with gorgeous colors and wide viewing angles. Additionally, it supports FreeSync, HDR and has a stylish design with a height-adjustable stand. Overall, it is an excellent monitor for casual PC and console gaming, light office work and content creation – and everything in between! However, there are better and cheaper alternatives available."
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