ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021

ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021

ASUS
90 Overall Score
vs
KQC K156 15.6"

KQC K156 15.6"

KQC
55 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021

82 out of 100 high confidence 31 reviews

The ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B is a 34-inch ultrawide 1440p monitor with a 165Hz refresh rate, praised for its great value and versatility for both gaming and productivity. Users highlight the excellent contrast, high refresh rate, and built-in USB hub, but note that HDR looks washed out and ghosting or overshoot can occur if settings aren't tuned properly. The monitor requires some adjustment for different content types, but once configured, it delivers a solid experience for the price.

Pros
  • Great value for money
  • High 165Hz refresh rate
  • Excellent contrast and colors
  • Built-in USB hub
  • Versatile for gaming and productivity
Cons
  • HDR looks washed out
  • Ghosting and overshoot issues
  • Requires frequent adjustments per content
  • Variable Overdrive doesn't work as intended
  • Dark colors could be better
👍 Value for money 8
👍 Refresh rate 5
👎 Ghosting and overshoot 5
👎 Hdr quality 4
👍 Built in usb hub 3
👍 Versatility 4

KQC K156 15.6"

85 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews

This portable monitor is highly praised for its lightweight design, ease of setup, and clear 1080p display. Users highlight its compatibility with various devices via USB-C or HDMI, making it ideal for travel or as a second screen. A few drawbacks include mediocre built-in speakers, a flimsy stand, and a single report of a screen not fitting the frame. Despite these issues, most find it an excellent value, especially when purchased on sale.

Pros
  • Lightweight and portable
  • Clear 1080p display
  • Easy setup with USB-C
  • Great value for price
  • Compatible with various devices
Cons
  • Mediocre built-in speakers
  • Flimsy or unstable stand
  • Occasional backlight hotspot
  • No headphone jack
  • No vertical rotation support
👍 Portability 6
👍 Display quality 8
👍 Ease of setup 6
👍 Value for money 5
👎 Speaker quality 3
👎 Stand stability 2

Scores

Office
ASUS
93
KQC
55
Portable
ASUS
16
KQC
88
Gaming
ASUS
86
KQC
30
Professional
ASUS
85
KQC
42
Entertainment
ASUS
80
KQC
31
Creative
ASUS
74
KQC
37

Specifications

ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34"KQC K156 15.6"
Display
Size34"15.6"
Resolution3440 x 14401920 x 1080
Panel TypeVAIPS★
Aspect Ratio21:916:9
Curved✓✗
Curvature1,500—
Performance
Refresh Rate165 Hz★—
Response Time1 ms★—
Adaptive SyncFreeSync Premium★—
Color & HDR
Brightness550 nits★—
Color Gamut120% sRGB / DCI-P3 90%—
Color Depth16.7 Million—
HDRDisplayHDR 400HDR
HDR SupportHDR400—
Connectivity
HDMI Ports2★1
DisplayPort2★—
USB-C4★2
Thunderbolt—Thunderbolt 3/4
Speakers✓✓
Headphone Jack✓★—
Ergonomics
Height Adjustable✓★—
Tilt✓✓
Swivel✓★—
Pivot✗✓★
VESA Mount100x100—
Features
Webcam✗—
Touchscreen✗—
PIP/PBP✓★—
Power35W★—
Weight9.01 kg1.00 kg★

Pros & Cons

ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021

  • Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong feature (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong color (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile

KQC K156 15.6"

  • Strong portability (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (75th percentile)
  • Below average performance (21st percentile)
  • Below average display (22nd percentile)
  • Below average color (33rd percentile)

Pricing

ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021

KQC K156 15.6"

No current pricing available

Verdict

★ Winner: ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34"

Scores 90 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 30 specs.

ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Better at:

GamingOfficeCreativeProfessionalEntertainment

KQC K156 15.6" Better at:

Portable

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