The 5 Best 34 Inch + Monitors - Summer 2021 Reviews

The best 34 inch gaming monitor that we've tested is the LG 34GP83A-B. It has a 21:9 aspect ratio that provides a wider field of view in games than a typical 16:9 display, which is great for immersion. The screen has a gentle curve to bring the sides closer for a more comfortable viewing experience. It has decent viewing angles and gets bright enough to fight glare, but its reflection handling is just okay, so it's not ideal to place it opposite bright lights. It has full sRGB coverage and great accuracy out of the box.

The motion handling is amazing. It has a 144Hz refresh rate that you can overclock up to 160Hz and an exceptional response time, resulting in a clear image in fast-moving scenes. The backlight is entirely flicker-free to eliminate image duplication, and it also helps to reduce eye strain. It supports FreeSync natively and is certified as G-SYNC compatible. Unfortunately, it only gets bright enough to bring out some highlights in HDR content, and its sub-par contrast ratio makes blacks appear gray in the dark.

There's a USB hub that consists of two USB 3.0s and a USB-B upstream port, which means you can connect your peripherals or dongles directly into the monitor, with only a single cable leading to your PC. The stand allows for height and tilt adjustments, but it doesn't swivel nor pivot to portrait mode. Nonetheless, this is the best 34 inch gaming monitor we've tested.

The best ultrawide monitor for office use we've tested is the LG 38WN95C-W. This 38 inch model has a 3840 x 1600 resolution and a 21:9 aspect ratio, which gives you plenty of space for split-screen multitasking. The viewing angles are good, and the screen is also slightly curved to help with visibility on the sides. Its reflection handling is just okay, but it gets very bright, so you shouldn't have any problems with glare.

It's great for content creators. It has full sRGB coverage and supports a wide gamut for HDR content. Gradient handling is superb, there's no color bleed, and color accuracy is good out of the box. Unlike most productivity monitors, it has a high refresh rate of 144Hz and an exceptional response time, providing responsiveness and motion clarity comparable to the best gaming monitors on the market. It also has incredibly low input lag and supports variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing.

There are two USB 3.0s and a USB-C input that supports Thunderbolt 3, with 94W power delivery. It should be enough to charge most laptops, bar power-hungry ones with a dedicated GPU. The ergonomics are not bad for an ultrawide; you just can't use it in portrait mode due to its format. Lastly, it's not ideal for dark rooms because it has a mediocre contrast ratio, as is expected for an IPS panel. Overall, this is a great monitor for productivity, gaming, and media consumption.

The best large monitor that we've tested is the LG OLED48C1. As there are very few monitors of this size, your best bet is to go with a TV. Its input lag is just as good as most desktop monitors, and it has a 120Hz refresh rate, resulting in a very responsive desktop and gaming experience. It doesn't have any DisplayPort inputs since it's a TV, which means you need a graphics card with HDMI 2.1 support to get 120Hz in full RGB. It has both native FreeSync support and G-SYNC compatibility.

Its 48 inch screen is fantastic for people who want a large screen but still maintain a 16:9 aspect ratio. The pixel density is a bit low due to its size, so it's best to sit farther back than you would with a smaller display, as it's possible to see individual pixels if you're too close. Unlike most monitors, it doesn't allow for any ergonomic adjustments, but it does support VESA mounting with a 100x100 mount. While OLEDs aren't technically flicker-free, the small dip in brightness at every frame change shouldn't be noticeable to most people, which is great for reducing eye strain.

Like all OLEDs, it's fantastic for dark rooms due to its near-infinite contrast, but it might struggle with glare in well-lit settings. You also have to consider the risks of permanent burn-in. That said, we don't expect it to be a problem as long as you take precautions, like using a screensaver. Overall, it's an excellent TV monitor that most people should be happy with.

The best 49 inch monitor we've tested is the Samsung Odyssey G9. Mainly designed for gaming, this super ultrawide offers good all-around performance. It has a 5120x1440 resolution and 32:9 aspect ratio, which is the equivalent of placing two 27 inch, 1440p monitors side-by-side. It has an aggressively curved screen, which somewhat helps with the viewing angles, but you still may notice inaccurate colors at the edges.

It has an extremely high 240Hz refresh rate and good response time. Surprisingly, its response time is even better at 60Hz, so motion looks smooth no matter what frame rate your game runs at. It has native FreeSync support and G-SYNC compatibility, and its input lag is extremely low. It performs well in both bright and dark rooms as it has a decent contrast ratio that allows it to produce deep blacks, and it gets bright enough to combat glare. If you're a photo editor, it has great coverage of the Adobe RGB color space.

Unfortunately, its ergonomics are limited because it has a narrow swivel and tilt range, which is expected for a screen of this size. It's well-built, but due to the aggressive curve, it's very thick, so you'll need a deep desk to place it on. On the upside, it provides a good HDR experience because it displays a wide color gamut and gets bright enough to make highlights pop. If you're looking for the best 49 inch monitor, you should be happy with this one.