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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prefer a larger screen with a wider aspect ratio for multitasking or immersive gaming, the Gigabyte M34WQ might be the better option. However, the MSI G274QPF-QD offers a higher refresh rate which could benefit competitive gaming where faster response is crucial. For graphic design or photo editing, the MSI monitor could be more appropriate due to its color accuracy. On the other hand, if budget is a concern and you're looking for a general-purpose monitor, the MSI provides good features at a lower price point. Neither monitor is particularly suited for HDR gaming or media consumption. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs and product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars and the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Advantages of the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS)
- Good refresh rate
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
4.5
5.8
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
8.5 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 170 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$330
$270
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
$500
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) has a price of $330 and the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) costs $270.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9
5.9
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
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
95.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Productivity
6.3
6.0
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
110 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) are both only fair for productivity.
Media Consumption
6.0
5.9
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 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 MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is poor.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) | MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$330 | $270 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 34" | 27" | |
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 | 170Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1074:1 | 1000:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 379 nits | 300 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 372 nits | Unknown | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 102.9 % | 154 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 8.5 ms | 8 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 144 Hz | 48 - 170 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 6.6/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 110 PPI | 108 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7.1/10 | 7/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7.1/10 | 7/10 | |
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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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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