Samsung ViewFinity LS34C502GANXZA 34" Black 2023
LG U631A 32U631A-B 31.5" Black
What Buyers Say
Samsung ViewFinity LS34C502GANXZA 34" Black 2023
The Samsung ViewFinity S50GC 34" ultrawide monitor receives high praise for its stunning picture quality, vibrant colors, and excellent refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming, movies, and productivity. Users love the ability to display two inputs side by side, which is great for multitasking with spreadsheets or moving between devices. However, one verified buyer received a flat monitor instead of the curved model they ordered, causing disappointment. Overall, the monitor delivers an immersive experience, but careful ordering is advised.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Vibrant colors
- Excellent refresh rate
- Side-by-side input display
- Great for gaming and movies
Cons
- Wrong model shipped (flat vs curved)
- Ordering confusion possible
LG U631A 32U631A-B 31.5" Black
The LG 32" QHD IPS monitor is widely praised for its sharp display, smooth 100Hz refresh rate, and good color accuracy, making it a solid choice for both work and entertainment. Users appreciate the USB-C connectivity and VESA compatibility, though some note the lack of built-in speakers, limited brightness for HDR, and a stand with no height adjustment. Overall, it offers great value for the price, especially when purchased on sale.
Pros
- Sharp QHD display with good color accuracy
- Smooth 100Hz refresh rate
- USB-C connectivity with power delivery
- VESA mount compatible
- Great value for the price
Cons
- No built-in speakers
- Limited brightness for HDR
- Stand lacks height adjustment
- USB-C power delivery too weak for laptops
- No swivel or height adjustment on stand
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung ViewFinity LS34C502GANXZA 34" | LG U631A 32U631A-B 31.5" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 34" | 31.5" |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | VA | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | glossy |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 100 Hz | 100 Hz |
| Response Time | 5 ms | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync★ | Adaptive-Sync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 72% NTSC | 99% sRGB |
| Color Depth | 8-bit+FRC★ | 16.7M (Number of Colors) |
| HDR | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 1★ | 0 |
| USB-C | 0 | 1★ |
| Thunderbolt | 0 | — |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✗ | ✗ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✗ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 4.90 kg★ | 6.50 kg |
Pros & Cons
Samsung ViewFinity LS34C502GANXZA 34" Black 2023
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong feature (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong display (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average portability (28th percentile)
LG U631A 32U631A-B 31.5" Black
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong display (72nd percentile)
- Strong feature (70th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 79 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 7 of 29 specs.
