ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021
MSI PRO MP243L E14 24" Matte Black 2025
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
MSI PRO MP243L E14 24" Matte Black 2025
This MSI monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its excellent image quality, 144Hz refresh rate, and solid build, especially given its low price point around $80. Users praise its performance for gaming and general use, with easy setup and clear visuals. However, a few concerns include a dead pixel reported by one buyer and a slightly small screen size noted by another, along with limited warranty for international customers.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- 144Hz refresh rate
- Solid build quality
- Great value for money
- Easy setup
Cons
- Dead pixel reported
- Small screen size
- Limited international warranty
- Slightly difficult setup for some
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" | MSI PRO MP243L E14 24" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 34" | 24" |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | VA | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz★ | 144 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium★ | FreeSync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 550 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 120% sRGB / DCI-P3 90% | 102% sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16.7 Million | 6-bit (8-bit + FRC)★ |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | HDR Ready |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | HDR |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 2★ | 0 |
| USB-C | 4★ | 0 |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✗ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power | 35W★ | — |
| Weight | 9.01 kg | 4.31 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
MSI PRO MP243L E14 24" Matte Black 2025
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong feature (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong performance (73rd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (22nd percentile)
- Below average portability (28th percentile)
Pricing
MSI PRO MP243L E14 24" Matte Black 2025 offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 10 of 30 specs.
