ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021
AOC G3 Series 25G3ZM/BK 24.5" Black, Red 2023
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
AOC G3 Series 25G3ZM/BK 24.5" Black, Red 2023
The monitor is praised for its excellent quality, easy setup, and ability to relieve eyestrain. However, one verified buyer received a second-hand unit with a blinking screen, which lowers the overall score. Most users find it great for gaming with high refresh rates and good value for money.
Pros
- Excellent quality
- Easy setup
- Relieves eyestrain
- Great for gaming
- High refresh rate (240Hz)
Cons
- Received second-hand unit
- Screen blinking issue
- DisplayPort and label missing on used unit
- Color adjustment needed from IPS to VA
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" | AOC G3 Series 25G3ZM/BK 24.5" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 34" | 24.5" |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | VA | VA |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz | 240 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 0.5 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium★ | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 550 nits★ | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | 120% sRGB / DCI-P3 90% | — |
| Color Depth | 16.7 Million | — |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | — |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 2★ | 1 |
| USB-C | 4★ | 0 |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Tilt | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Swivel | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✗ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | — |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Power | 35W★ | — |
| Weight | 9.01 kg | 6.30 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
AOC G3 Series 25G3ZM/BK 24.5" Black, Red 2023
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong performance (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average ergonomic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average portability (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
- Below average display (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 29 specs.