If you're seeking value and enjoy casual to moderately competitive gaming, the Gigabyte M34WQ with its variable refresh rate and quicker response time will provide a smoother experience. However, if digital photo editing is a priority and you need more consistent color accuracy for print production, the LG 34WQ75C might justify its higher cost thanks to its broader color coverage. Neither monitor excels in HDR gaming or media consumption, but the LG potentially offers better AdobeRGB coverage, which matters for high-quality digital and print work, although its lower peak brightness and unknown HDR performance could be limiting factors for HDR content. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) has no clear advantages over the LG 34WQ75C (IPS).
Advantages of the LG 34WQ75C (IPS)
Very good response time
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
4.5/10
3.8/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.5 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
5.0 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 34WQ75C (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$330
$600
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) has a price of $330 and the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) costs $600.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
5.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1074:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
372 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
87.7 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
85.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 34WQ75C (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Productivity
6.3/10
6.0/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
110 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 34WQ75C (IPS) are both only fair for productivity.
Media Consumption
6.0/10
5.9/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1074:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
372 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) to be only fair for media consumption, while the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is poor.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 34WQ75C (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 34WQ75C (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) compare to other monitors
"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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