The Gigabyte MO34WQC2 is a reasonably priced OLED gaming monitor with a desirable 240Hz 3440 x 1440 output. It’s an improvement over options like the Alienware AW3423DW, which had a higher MSRP and lower 165Hz refresh rate. The OLED space is becoming heavily contested, so let’s check how this monitor compares to its brilliant competition.
Gigabyte MO34WQC2 Specifications
- Screen Size: 34 Inches
- Resolution: 3440 x 1440 UW-QHD
- Aspect Ratio: 21:9
- Panel Technology: WOLED
- Refresh Rate: 240Hz
- Response Time: 0.03ms
- Contrast Ratio: 1500000:1
- Brightness: 250 cd/m² (1000 cd/m² Peak)
- Built-in Speakers: Yes 2 x 3 Watts
- Stand: Height – Yes
- Stand: Tilt – Yes
- Stand: Swivel – Yes
- Stand: Pivot – No
- VESA Compatibility: Yes (100 x 100)
- Connectivity: DisplayPort 1.4 x 1, HDMI 2.1 x 2, USB-C x 1, USB 3.2 x 3, 3.5mm Audio Jack x 1
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 32” 23.3” x 9.6”
- Weight: 21.8 lbs
Design and Features
The Gigabyte MO34WQC2 lacks the aesthetic elements of its AORUS counterparts, but that’s okay with us. The monitor has a matte black chassis, so it looks clean and sophisticated enough for any setup. The display has very thin borders, so it’s distraction-free compared to older gaming monitors with thicker bezels.
Its larger than typical gaming monitors simply because its an ultrawide variant. It needs 32 inches of width and 9.6 inches of depth from your desk, so it may offset some of your larger peripherals. Thhe whole thing weighs 21.8 pounds, so extra care is necessary while moving it around.
It may be a budget model, but Gigabyte’s monitors have been great regarding building quality. The plastic panels are thick and sturdy, and there were no cosmetic defects on any of its parts. The included stand is stable, but it has a slight wobble when you nudge the screen accidentally.
The Gigabyte MO34WQC2 has an OSD with two control buttons for eassy access to its settings and peripherals. Its located at the center of the chassis, so its easy to reach even if you don’t lean in. Some premium models include remotes, but those are typically unnecessary for most users.
The included stand offers tilt, swivel, and height adjustments for your comfort and convenience. You can’t pivot the screen, but that’s normal for ultrawides since it is not meant for portrait mode use anyway. You can use VESA mounts, but they only become necessary if you have a small computer desk.
The Gigabyte MO34WQC2’s connectivity layout includes DisplayPort 1.4, two HDMI 2.1 slots, and a USB-C port. It also has two USB 3.2 ports and a 3.5mm jack for headphones. Its AORUS counterparts often offer more, but we’re okay with saving money in exchange for some extras.
It does have speakers, but they are limited to 3 watts of power each. The set is incapable of gaming or entertainment-grade performance since they sound tinny and do not have that booming bass. We recommend using headphones since they will maximize the monitor’s immersive qualities.
Display and Performance
The Gigabyte MO34WQC2 sports a 34-inch ultrawide OLED panel with a 3440 x 1440 resolution, a 240Hz refresh rate, and a 0.3ms response time. It has a 250 cd/m2 brightness and a 1000 cd/m2 peak, while the contrast is listed at 1500000:1. This model is DisplayHDR 400 True Black certified, so it can produce substantially better HDR effects than the normal HDR 400 monitors.
34-inch utlrawides aren’t the top of the line now, but they are still considered as a huge upgrade due to the immersive resolution. The extra wide screen is perfect for visually stunning games, but its also great for multitasking. You will need a meaty GPU to run games at 240 FPS, but the flagship model won’t be necessary for every title.
The Gigabyte MO34WQC2 covers more than 100% for both sRGB and DCI-P3 for stunning color in games and movies. Its default setting had a deltaE average of 1.63, so its great the way it is out the box. Most gamers won’t need to do anything to it except adjust the brightness.
Calibrating the monitor reduced the dE average to 0.77, making it comparable with most prosumer options in the market. The downside is that you will need a colorimeter to your purchase if you don’t have one yet. The gadget is necessary for squeezing out every ounce of color performance from a monitor with a unique panel.
The OLED panel’s backlight reached 441 cd/m2 at 100%, and it peaked at 933 cd/m2 when its HDR mode is working its magic. The contrast is near infinite as well, enabling the screen to produce true blacks and amazing scenes. Only OLED monitors are capable of this kind of numbers, and not even the most sophisticated mini-LED monitor can match it.
Panel uniformity for the test sample did not have any major issues simply because this model doesn’t have a backlight. That means no leaks or irregularities, so the screen looks evened out even if there are contrasting scenes or transitions. The only weakness here is OLED’s tendency to have burn-in issues, but they have substantially improved in fighting this off.
The Gigabyte MO34WQC2’s pixel response time is also near instant since it doesn’t have to rely on a backlight. The 240Hz refresh also helps here, making it highly suitable for E-Sports games. You don’t need any kind of overdrive for it since its already blur-free by default.
The Gigabyte MO34WQC2 is compatible with FreeSync and G-Sync for stutter and tearing-free performance. Dual compatibility is crucial, especially for expensive monitors, since you won’t have to ditch the screen if you switch to another GPU brand, but what VRR all the time? Its input lag sits at 3ms at 240Hz, making it one of the fastest monitors in its class.
Thoughts on the Gigabyte MO34WQC2
The Gigabyte MO34WQC2 is an excellent choice if you want an OLED ultrawide that doesn’t cost a thousand bucks. It’s capable of fantastic image quality and HDR, so games and movies will always look brilliant. It’s also very fast, so it’s great for any type or category of gaming.
We can’t think of a major deal-breaker for this model, but it’s also far from perfect, like all the monitors we’ve seen. It’s not as feature-laden as the other OLED models out there, but we think it has more than enough to compete with them. What matters here is its performance, and it’s an excellent buy if we go with that.
Pros:
- Lower Price
- Fantastic Colors and Contrast
- Lightning Fast/Lag Free
Cons:
- Limited Extras
- Prone to Blurring
About the Author: 
Paolo has been a gaming veteran since the golden days of Doom and Warcraft and has been building gaming systems for family, friends, and colleagues since junior high. High-performance monitors are one of his fixations; he believes that every citizen’s right to enjoy one. He has gone through several pieces of hardware in pursuit of every bit of performance gain, much to the dismay of his wallet. He now works with Monitornerds to scrutinize the latest gear to create reviews that accentuate the seldom explained aspects of a PC monitor.
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