Gigabyte GS G34WQC2 34" Black 2026
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
What Buyers Say
Gigabyte GS G34WQC2 34" Black 2026
The GIGABYTE G34WQC2 is a 34-inch curved ultrawide monitor that delivers excellent value for its price, especially for gaming. Verified buyers praise its high contrast ratio and picture quality after adjusting settings, though it lacks HDMI 2.1 and USB ports. The 200Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time are standout features, but users note that a powerful GPU is needed to fully utilize them. Overall, it's a solid choice for budget-conscious gamers seeking an immersive experience.
Pros
- High contrast ratio
- Great value for money
- 200Hz refresh rate
- 1ms response time
- Immersive curved ultrawide display
Cons
- No HDMI 2.1 ports
- No USB ports
- Requires calibration for best picture
- VA panel ghosting in fast scenes
- Needs powerful GPU for 200Hz
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
The BenQ MA270U is overwhelmingly praised by Mac users for its exceptional color accuracy and sharpness, which closely matches Apple's Retina display. Reviewers highlight the easy USB-C connectivity, matte finish that reduces glare, and the value it offers at a fraction of the cost of Apple's own monitor. A few users note the premium price, but most agree it is worth the investment for a high-quality external display.
Pros
- Exceptional color accuracy and sharpness
- Easy USB-C connectivity
- Matte finish reduces glare
- Great value compared to Apple monitor
- Simple and quick setup
Cons
- Premium price point
- No built-in webcam
- Requires AC power, not USB-powered
- No built-in speakers mentioned by some
Scores
Specifications
| Gigabyte GS G34WQC2 34" | BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 34" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | VA | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 200 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium★ | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 450 nits★ | 400 nits |
| Color Gamut | 95% DCI-P3 / 125% sRGB | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 2★ | 0 |
| USB-C | — | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | 37W★ | 40W |
| Weight | 7.36 kg★ | 8.20 kg |
Pros & Cons
Gigabyte GS G34WQC2 34" Black 2026
- Strong color (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong feature (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong performance (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong color (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 5 of 31 specs.