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Updated April 12, 2024·
If you prioritize affordability and a larger screen for productivity tasks while still being suitable for casual gaming, the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) might serve you well. On the other hand, if you're looking for the best possible contrast and color depth for a premium gaming and media experience, especially in HDR content, yet at a significantly higher cost and a smaller screen size, the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) will provide an exceptional visual quality. However, the LG's peak brightness is less ideal for well-lit rooms, and neither monitor is recommended if photo or video editing in HDR is your primary concern. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Advantages of the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED)
- Good for casual gaming
- Very good for competitive gaming
- Very good refresh rate
- Best in class contrast
- Very good response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9
7.8
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1074:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
372 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
87.7 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
96.9 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is good for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.5
8.1
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
8.5 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
2.7 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
The LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.3
3.9
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
110 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
84 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$330
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) has a price of $330 and the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) costs $1,700.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Key similarities
Media Consumption
6.0
5.7
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1074:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
372 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) to be only fair for media consumption, while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) | LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$330 | $1,700 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 34" | 27" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | OLED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | W-OLED | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 240Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1074:1 | Inf:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 379 nits | 203 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 372 nits | 665 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | Yes | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 102.9 % | 99.9 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 8.5 ms | 2.7 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 144 Hz | 20 - 240 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 6.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.5/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 110 PPI | 84 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7.1/10 | 4/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7.1/10 | 5.1/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
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 45GR95QE (W-OLED)
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Games Radar
Phil Hayton | August 2023
"The LG UltraGear 45GR95QE-B is a brilliant ultrawide gaming monitor that'll dominate your desk, and its 800R curve serves to trick the senses. It's ridiculously pricey, and 4K fans may notice the difference with this 4K panel, but its OLED capabilities and arsenal of features almost justify its price tag. Just make sure you've got decent PC specs and plenty of space for this brute before parting with any cash."
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