ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021
KYY K5-3 14" 2024
What Buyers Say
ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021
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
KYY K5-3 14" 2024
This portable monitor is highly praised for its versatility, especially the HDMI input that makes it perfect for troubleshooting or as a secondary display. Users love the plug-and-play setup, thin design, and included protective case that doubles as a stand. However, a few reviewers noted weak speakers and occasional magnetic cover issues, though overall sentiment remains very positive.
Pros
- HDMI input for troubleshooting
- Plug-and-play setup
- Thin and portable design
- Included protective case/stand
- Good image quality
Cons
- Weak speakers
- Magnetic cover can detach easily
- Occasional connectivity issues
- Customer support response slow
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" | KYY K5-3 14" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 34" | 14" |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | VA | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | — |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz★ | — |
| Response Time | 1 ms★ | — |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium★ | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 550 nits★ | 350 nits |
| Color Gamut | 120% sRGB / DCI-P3 90% | — |
| Color Depth | 16.7 Million | — |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | HDR |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 2★ | — |
| USB-C | 4★ | 2 |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | — |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓★ | — |
| Tilt | ✓★ | — |
| Swivel | ✓★ | — |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 75x75 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | — |
| PIP/PBP | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power | 35W★ | — |
| Weight | 9.01 kg | 0.50 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
KYY K5-3 14" 2024
- Strong portability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong feature (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong connectivity (78th percentile)
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
- Below average display (22nd percentile)
Pricing
ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021
No current pricing available
KYY K5-3 14" 2024
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 30 specs.
