ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021
PeakDo 9d99a9a0-83b5-402d-a210-d1acf0b9e2a1
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
PeakDo 9d99a9a0-83b5-402d-a210-d1acf0b9e2a1
The PeakDo 7" portable touchscreen monitor receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its premium build, excellent color accuracy, portability, and versatile connectivity via USB-C and HDMI, making it ideal as a secondary screen for devices like the Steam Deck or ROG Ally. However, significant issues are reported, including a unit that turns off when the computer sleeps and requires re-plugging, a defective screen with a black burn mark, and mediocre speakers. The 60Hz refresh rate is noted as adequate but not smooth for gaming.
Pros
- Premium build quality
- Excellent color accuracy
- Portable and lightweight
- Versatile USB-C and HDMI connectivity
- Touchscreen functionality
Cons
- Turns off when computer sleeps
- Requires re-plugging after sleep
- Defective screen with black burn mark
- Mediocre speakers
- 60Hz refresh rate not smooth for gaming
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" | PeakDo 9d99a9a0-83b5-402d-a210-d1acf0b9e2a1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 34" | — |
| 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★ | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms★ | — |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium★ | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 550 nits★ | 500 nits |
| Color Gamut | 120% sRGB / DCI-P3 90% | — |
| Color Depth | 16.7 Million | — |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | — |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2★ | — |
| DisplayPort | 2★ | — |
| USB-C | 4★ | — |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | — |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓★ | — |
| Tilt | ✓★ | — |
| Swivel | ✓★ | — |
| Pivot | ✗ | — |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | — |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✓★ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | — |
| Power | 35W★ | — |
| Weight | 9.01 kg | 0.15 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
PeakDo 9d99a9a0-83b5-402d-a210-d1acf0b9e2a1
- Strong portability (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong color (79th percentile)
- Strong social proof (66th percentile)
- Below average ergonomic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average connectivity (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 29 specs.