LG UltraGear 34GS95QE-B 34" vs MSI Optix G321C 32"

LG 34GS95QE Review 2024

Bottom Line
Excellent OLED gaming monitor; consider alternatives.

Image Quality

• 34″ 3440×1440 W-OLED panel
• 275-nits (100% white), 1300-nits (<3% APL)
• RWBG subpixel layout: minor text fringing
• 98.5% DCI-P3, infinite contrast, 10-bit color
• sRGB emulation, 800R curvature
• Superior HDR, good for gaming, movies, productivity

Performance

• 240Hz, FreeSync Premium Pro, G-SYNC, HDMI 2.1 VRR
• Instant response, 3ms input lag
• Burn-in risk, 2-year warranty
• VRR flickering in dark scenes

Features

• OSD joystick, On-Screen Control
• Advanced color settings, PiP/PbP, RGB lighting
• Ergonomic stand, VESA mount
• Matte anti-glare, silent fan
• Connectivity: DP 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.1, USB 3.0 hub, headphone jack

Price & Alternatives

• $900-$1,300
• Compare with Dell AW3423DWF (QD-OLED, $800, 175Hz)
• Consider ASUS PG34WCDM ($1,300) and upcoming QD-OLED models

Pros

• Fast response, low input lag
• High brightness, wide color gamut
• Feature-rich, ergonomic design

Cons

• Burn-in risk
• Text fringing due to subpixel layout

MSI Optix G321C Gaming Monitor

• Size: 31.5-inch
• Curvature: 1,000R (human field of vision)
• Panel: VA
• Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
• Refresh Rate: 165Hz
• Response Time: 1ms
• Sync Tech: Freesync Premium
• Brightness: 300 cd/m²
• Contrast Ratio: 3000:1
• Viewing Angles: 178° (horizontal/vertical)
• Color Depth: 16.77 million
• Color Coverage: 90% sRGB, 85% DCI-P3
• Features: Night Vision, hardware blue light reduction, anti-flicker mode
• Ports: DisplayPort 1.2a x 1, HDMI 2.0 x 2
• Dimensions: 704.62 mm (W), 227.40 mm (D), 512.27 mm (H)
• Weight: 6.9 kg
• Price: 349 EUR/USD
• Warranty: 3 years

MSI Optix AG32C Review 2024

Bottom Line: Affordable 32" curved gaming monitor with 165Hz, 1ms MPRT, FreeSync, and VA panel offering rich colors and deep blacks. Low 1080p resolution limits its use to gaming/entertainment.

Pros:

• 165Hz refresh rate
• 1ms MPRT
• FreeSync (48-165Hz)
• Wide color gamut (110% sRGB)
• High contrast ratio (3000:1)

Cons:

• Low pixel density (70 PPI)
• Limited screen space, pixelated image
• Tilt-only design
• VESA adapter needed for mounting
• Moderate ghosting in fast-paced games

Features:

• 31.5" VA panel, 1920×1080 resolution
• Flicker-free, low-blue light filter
• Ports: HDMI 2.0, DP 1.2, DL-DVI-D
• Limited adjustability, ultra-thin bezels

Price: ~$300, alternatives: Gigabyte G32QC (1440p) or AOC C24G1A (24" 1080p, 144Hz).