If you prioritize gaming on a budget, the Gigabyte M34WQ offers a decent refresh rate and a good screen size for a midrange price; it has the benefit of a wider screen for multitasking but isn't the best for HDR gaming or media. On the other hand, the ViewSonic VX2776 excels in image quality with its OLED panel offering infinite contrast and is also well-suited for print photo editing, but it costs significantly more. If color accuracy and contrast are essential for your work or entertainment, and you're willing to invest more, the ViewSonic is the better choice. However, for wide-screen productivity and casual gaming, the Gigabyte provides value for its price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
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Advantages of the ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for competitive gaming
Very good for media consumption
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Good brightness
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
9.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1074:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
450 nits
372 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
87.7 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.5/10
9.6/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
8.5 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
40 - 240 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
450 nits
The ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.3/10
5.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
110 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.0/10
8.0/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1074:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
379 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
450 nits
372 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) is very good for media consumption, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$330
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) has a price of $330 and the ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) costs $1,000.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and the ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) 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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