ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021
KQC K156 15.6"
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
KQC K156 15.6"
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
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" | KQC K156 15.6" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 34" | 15.6" |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | VA | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz★ | — |
| Response Time | 1 ms★ | — |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium★ | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 550 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 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 3/4 |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | — |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓★ | — |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓★ | — |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | — |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | — |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | — |
| Power | 35W★ | — |
| Weight | 9.01 kg | 1.00 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)
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 30 specs.