ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021
ViewSonic VX2718-PC-MHD 27" Negro 2021
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
ViewSonic VX2718-PC-MHD 27" Negro 2021
The ViewSonic VX2718-PC-MHD monitor receives mixed feedback. One verified user praises its great picture and good colors, but a separate complaint suggests potential dissatisfaction. Q&A confirms features like 1920x1080 resolution, 1ms response time, FreeSync Premium, and VESA mount compatibility.
Pros
- Great picture quality
- Good colors
- 1ms response time
- FreeSync Premium support
- VESA mount compatible
Cons
- Potential dissatisfaction reported
- Limited review sample size
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" | ViewSonic VX2718-PC-MHD 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 34" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | VA | VA |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✓ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | 1,500 |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 550 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 120% sRGB / DCI-P3 90% | 16.7 Million Colors (6-Bit+FRC) |
| Color Depth | 16.7 Million | 6-Bit+FRC |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | — |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 2★ | 1 |
| USB-C | 4★ | 0 |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✗ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 75x75 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Power | 35W | 27W★ |
| Weight | 9.01 kg | 4.90 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
ViewSonic VX2718-PC-MHD 27" Negro 2021
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong performance (77th percentile)
- Below average color (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (7th percentile)7th %ile
Pricing
ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" Black 2021 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 6 of 29 specs.
