MSI MPG341CQR 144Hz 3440 x 1440 VA UltraWide

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By pushing up the refresh rate to 144Hz, the LG 34GK950F is a compelling choice for those after a responsive UltraWide with strong colour output. But some users prefer the stronger contrast and lack of ‘IPS glow’ that come from the alternative VA panel type. And many are restricted to 100Hz, sometimes overclocking to 120Hz. The MSI MPG341CQR offers a refreshing alternative, increasing refresh rate up to 144Hz whilst sticking to the high-contrast VA route. The monitor is a member of the Optix range of gaming monitors and carries over some of the more eye-catching elements of the series. This includes some copper-coloured additions to the central region of the stand base and a series of ‘Mystic Light’ RGB LEDs facing forwards in the centre of the bottom bezel. These can be controlled via the OSD (On Screen Display) or software. This bottom bezel also houses an ‘AI’ sensor (small camera) that works with a facial recognition algorithm – designed not with security in mind, but to help match preferred settings and profiles on the monitor to the user. An ambient light sensor is included to set monitor brightness according to ambient brightness levels, too. The top and side bezels are slimmer, with a dual-stage design comprising a fairly slender panel border around the image that’s flush with the screen, plus a slim hard outer component. The OSD can be controlled by a copper-coloured joystick at the rear of the monitor.







A 34” 3440 x 1440 21:9 UltraWide VA (Vertical Alignment) panel is used, complete with a 1800R curvature and light matte anti-glare screen surface. This is very likely a Samsung SVA part. The curvature is designed to draw the user in a little and potentially enhance viewing comfort – most find it a subtle addition rather than something that dramatically alters the viewing experience. This is coupled with a 3000:1 static contrast ratio, 178°/178° viewing angles and support for a 144Hz refresh rate. Adaptive-Sync is also supported, including AMD FreeSync on compatible GPUs and systems. And ‘G-SYNC Compatible Mode’ support for compatible Nvidia GPUs. 10-bit colour is supported (8-bit + FRC dithering), whilst a flicker-free WLED backlight is employed offering 84% DCI-P3 coverage (105% sRGB) for a little dose of extra vibrancy but nothing extreme. A peak luminance of 400 cd/m² is specified, whilst VESA DisplayHDR 400 is supported – the most basic level of ‘HDR10 support’ that VESA certifies for.

A 1ms MPRT response time is specified, indicating the likely inclusion of the company’s MBR (Motion Blur Reduction) strobe backlight technology. A ‘gamma enhancement’ feature designed to improve low-end visibility without huge compromises in other areas of the image is included, something the company dubs ‘Night Vision’. Low Blue Light (LBL) settings are included, in keeping with other monitors in the series. The included stand offers tilt, height and swivel adjustment. It can also be removed to make way for an alternative 100 x 100mm VESA solution. Above the stand attachment point there are further ‘Mystic Light’ RGB LED lights. Below this attachment point, some of the ports of the monitor are found, including; DP 1.4, 2 HDMI 2.0 ports, USB Type-C (with DP alt mode) and a USB 3.2 port. 2 further USB 3.0 ports, a 3.5mm microphone jack and 3.5mm headphone jack is included at the left side.







Further information can be found on the manufacturer’s website. The monitor is available in various regions including the US for under $800.



