MSI PRO MP275PG E14 27" Black
ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021
What Buyers Say
MSI PRO MP275PG E14 27" Black
The monitor is praised for its eye-care features, including TÜV certification and MSI EyesErgo technology with anti-flicker, which users find helpful for reducing eye strain. It offers good ergonomic adjustments like tilt, swivel, height, and pivot, and includes built-in speakers. However, some users may find the connectivity limited to one HDMI and one DisplayPort, and the assembly process could be easier.
Pros
- TÜV certified eye protection
- MSI EyesErgo anti-flicker technology
- Ergonomic adjustments (tilt, swivel, height, pivot)
- Built-in speakers
Cons
- Limited connectivity (1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort)
- Assembly could be easier
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
Scores
Specifications
| MSI PRO MP275PG E14 27" | ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 34" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3440 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS★ | VA |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✓ |
| Curvature | — | 1,500 |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits | 550 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 83% / 87% / 116% (Adobe RGB / DCI-P3 / sRGB) | 120% sRGB / DCI-P3 90% |
| Color Depth | — | 16.7 Million |
| HDR | HDR Ready | DisplayHDR 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 2★ |
| USB-C | 0 | 4★ |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓★ | ✗ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✓★ |
| Power | — | 35W★ |
| Weight | 6.11 kg★ | 9.01 kg |
Pros & Cons
MSI PRO MP275PG E14 27" Black
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong performance (73rd percentile)
- Strong color (72nd percentile)
- Strong feature (70th percentile)
- Below average social proof (11th percentile)11th %ile
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
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 29 specs.