ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021
ARMORR Orion 11.6" 2024
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
ARMORR Orion 11.6" 2024
This portable monitor is praised for its bright, clear screen and easy setup with the Nintendo Switch, making it a great travel companion. However, some users report that the Switch only works when inserted backwards, which is a significant drawback for that specific use case. The lack of built-in battery is also noted as a minor con, but overall the value for money is considered solid.
Pros
- Bright and clear screen
- Easy setup with Switch
- Portable and lightweight
- Good value for money
- Works with Xbox and phone
Cons
- Switch only works when inserted backwards
- No built-in battery
- Occasional video output issues
- Screw tolerances can be wonky
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" | ARMORR Orion 11.6" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 34" | 11.6" |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 1366 x 768 |
| 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★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 120% sRGB / DCI-P3 90% | — |
| Color Depth | 16.7 Million | — |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | — |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 2★ | — |
| USB-C | 4★ | 1 |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓★ | — |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓★ | — |
| Pivot | ✗ | — |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | — |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | — |
| Power | 35W★ | — |
| Weight | 9.01 kg | 0.58 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
ARMORR Orion 11.6" 2024
- Strong portability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (76th percentile)
- Below average display (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average color (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 29 specs.
