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Mar 16, 2022 11:14 PM

34" Monoprice Dark Matter Curved Ultrawide 3440x1440p 165Hz VA Monitor

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Monoprice has 34" Monoprice Dark Matter Curved Ultrawide 3440x1440p 165Hz VA Monitor (42772) on sale for $399.99. To earn Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below (PC extension required, before checkout). Shipping is free.

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Specs (Panel Information):
  • Resolution: 3440x1440 UWQHD
  • Refresh Rate: 165Hz
  • Panel Type: VA
  • Refresh Rate: 4ms (MPRT 1ms)
  • Curvature: 1500R
  • Ports:
    • 2x HDMI 2.0
    • 2x DisplayPort 1.4a
  • VESA: 75x75mm
  • Includes 1 Year PixelPerfect Warranty

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  • About this Deal:
    • Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars from 14 customer reviews.
    • At the time of this posting, Our research indicates that this is $21.22 lower (5% savings) than the next best available options with prices starting from $421.21. -SaltyOne

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Written by DSF767
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Monoprice has 34" Monoprice Dark Matter Curved Ultrawide 3440x1440p 165Hz VA Monitor (42772) on sale for $399.99. To earn Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below (PC extension required, before checkout). Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member DSF767 for posting this deal.

Specs (Panel Information):
  • Resolution: 3440x1440 UWQHD
  • Refresh Rate: 165Hz
  • Panel Type: VA
  • Refresh Rate: 4ms (MPRT 1ms)
  • Curvature: 1500R
  • Ports:
    • 2x HDMI 2.0
    • 2x DisplayPort 1.4a
  • VESA: 75x75mm
  • Includes 1 Year PixelPerfect Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars from 14 customer reviews.
    • At the time of this posting, Our research indicates that this is $21.22 lower (5% savings) than the next best available options with prices starting from $421.21. -SaltyOne

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Mar 17, 2022 2:23 AM
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MagentaAction467Mar 17, 2022 2:23 AM
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Quote from SammyBravo View quoted comment :
I'm thinking to upgrade my three 1080p monitors, I was looking at either two of this 34 inch or a single Dark Matter 49inch. I hope the 49 goes on sale. Any pros and cons between the two setups? Mainly looking to do light gaming) streaming and general video editing.
Honestly go with the single larger monitor. There's something great about not having multiple monitors, especially if you expect work to span across multiple monitors.
Mar 17, 2022 2:24 AM
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core_dumpMar 17, 2022 2:24 AM
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Does anyone have any experience with this line of monitors with a newer Macbook Pro? I'm interested in this for mainly software development work; currently have a 34" LG ultrawide IPS at the office, and looking to replicate the ultrawide setup at home. The premium VA panel on this seems like it'd be a nice alternative that's cheaper than IPS.
Mar 17, 2022 2:37 AM
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MagentaAction467Mar 17, 2022 2:37 AM
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Quote from DSF767 View quoted comment :
Biggest benefit I see is the newer panel with the 165Hz on this one. Monoprice is good with shipping in my experience. The older version of this monitor with the 144Hz was almost identical to the Gigabyte G34WQC-A so the new panel seems like a worthwhile upgrade to future proof.
Thanks. I went ahead and switched my order to this.
Mar 17, 2022 2:47 AM
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madcowdiseaseMar 17, 2022 2:47 AM
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Quote from MagentaAction467 View quoted comment :
Monoprice has a 1 year "pixel perfect" guarantee and a 30-day money back guarantee.
Questions on these -
1. Has anyone had any trouble getting their monitor replaced with the pixel guarantee? Do they replace with a new or refurb monitor?
2. Do they cover return shipping for the 30-day return policy?
Yes. It's usually replaced with new. But assuming they have stock. Remember, supply chain. If not they will substitute and it might not be the same one. If they have nothing, you'll be stuck with a store credit.

They do cover return shipping, but support is abysmal. It's not really support as much as it is a shipping department with bad communication.

I returned a malfunctioning 35" zero g and was offered this monitor as a replacement, but the curve is too aggressive for me. This was only after they said support would respond to a ticket but nobody got back to me after two weeks. I had to contact them over and over.

Once I got the RMA approved it was painless but getting there was bad enough that I don't want to deal with monoprice again
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Mar 17, 2022 2:58 AM
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SammyBravoMar 17, 2022 2:58 AM
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Quote from MagentaAction467 View quoted comment :
Honestly go with the single larger monitor. There's something great about not having multiple monitors, especially if you expect work to span across multiple monitors.
Thanks! I'll keep an eye out for the 49" alerts.
Mar 17, 2022 3:05 AM
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MagentaAction467Mar 17, 2022 3:05 AM
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Quote from madcowdisease View quoted comment :
Yes. It's usually replaced with new. But assuming they have stock. Remember, supply chain. If not they will substitute and it might not be the same one. If they have nothing, you'll be stuck with a store credit.

They do cover return shipping, but support is abysmal. It's not really support as much as it is a shipping department with bad communication.

I returned a malfunctioning 35" zero g and was offered this monitor as a replacement, but the curve is too aggressive for me. This was only after they said support would respond to a ticket but nobody got back to me after two weeks. I had to contact them over and over.

Once I got the RMA approved it was painless but getting there was bad enough that I don't want to deal with monoprice again
Yikes. In general I take convenience over price, but the monitor is ordered so let's see what happens I guess…
Mar 17, 2022 3:54 AM
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CryHavocMar 17, 2022 3:54 AM
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I can speak to this monitor - it has been my daily primary for about 3 months now.

It's stellar.

Fantastic color and black depth. Outstanding for gaming - 165hz is so buttery smooth it has to be seen to be believed. I'm a professional photographer and while I'd never use this to do editing in, it's actually a decent monitor for that in a pinch.

The only serious downside to this monitor are the menu/controls. They are, by far, the worst of any monitor I've ever used. Once you get them set though, it's not something you need to worry about or fiddle with, but if you're someone who enjoys constantly tweaking it bears considering.

Overall for the price I think this is the best monitor on the market. I have virtually 0 complaints. It's stunning - everyone who's used it at my desk is blown away. The image quality and response rate punch far, far above its price range.

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Mar 17, 2022 3:54 AM
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TravisB3211Mar 17, 2022 3:54 AM
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I have the AOC equivalent of this.

Great monitor for the price.
Mar 17, 2022 4:06 AM
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NickelDimingMar 17, 2022 4:06 AM
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Gigabyte 1ms native response time I believe as opposed to 4ms native here
Mar 17, 2022 5:03 AM
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EfficientFeather178Mar 17, 2022 5:03 AM
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I'm also on the fence of the recent Gigabyte deal for $390. Doesn't ship till end of month or early April. So far the comments of the newer panel and it being 165hz are the pros and the 4ms vs 1ms is the con.
Mar 17, 2022 5:06 AM
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GatorRicanMar 17, 2022 5:06 AM
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How would console gaming look on this? Too spread?
Mar 17, 2022 5:50 AM
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tlikyMar 17, 2022 5:50 AM
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I just got the Samsung G5 for the $361 deal, should I switch?
Mar 17, 2022 6:03 AM
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NickelDimingMar 17, 2022 6:03 AM
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Reddit has some good comparisons on these. One user posted this:

"Oh hey thanks for the reminder to come back!

So I'm suuuper torn between the two. The gigabyte seemed way more accurate out of the box (as far as I know... I've never had a calibrated monitor... Just stared at a bunch of test patterns...). But adjusting the monoprice a bit got them to match quite closely. The mp definitely has a bit more saturation by default (and seems to blow out reds quite a bit). BUT... those deeper greens and reds are pretty....

I've had about the same flickering on either, and it wasn't bad. Usually it was just a matter of limiting the frame rates to stay under the 144 limit or turning on/off vsync per game. (I have an amd rx480 btw).

The gigabyte is a bit better with automatically adjusting to different Inputs. Switching to a chromecast I had to manually limit the rgb range on the mp. Seems like the setting stuck though. The gb has saveable settings and profiles which while I wouldn't really use.... Is nice to know I can save it.... The osd is WAY better in the GB. No contest. Programmable shortcuts to the nub (limited selection... But you can change them still). You can also turn on a frame counter to show current refresh rate.... Which the monoprice lacks. That's actually a bigger deal to me than I thought it would be.

Basically... Menu/options/out of the box, gigabyte wins hands down for looking natural. But the monoprice is pretty. OH... Also when looking at test patterns, the gigabyte seemed to always have a smoother gradient transition scale. I never noticed anything weird in games, but on the gradient the monoprice has vertical bands that are like an inch wide... The gb just seemed to be smooth. It's been a bit since I've looked at the test patterns though and I was staring at bright screens for a while that day, I'll take another look later.

Both have what appears to be decent overdrive modes... High on the mp definitely causes inverse artifacts, medium Is good. The gb seems to look ok even with the fast setting on the ufo tests and such.

I hope this helps...lol. whenever I end up making a decision I'll let you know. So far I'm leaning toward the gigabyte.... But slightly..."

Personal I would keep the gigabyte deal if you got it as the menu options really seems to be the deciding factor here
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Mar 17, 2022 7:11 AM
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lAz1eMar 17, 2022 7:11 AM
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I purchased the older 144hz version of this monitor. The 1 year warranty is great but if the monitor does go bad, you're pretty much out of luck. That was my experience anyway. Mine lasted 1.5 years. One day it just stopped showing an image. It was a good monitor while it lasted. The reviews about its image quality, response time, ghosting etc are pretty accurate with the panel that I got. Its too bad Its the first monitor I've ever had die on me.
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Mar 17, 2022 8:55 AM
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webtitanMar 17, 2022 8:55 AM
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Got one a few months ago (refurb cheaper at $250). Did not like the wide format. Monoprice does not pay return shipping which was $120.00, so I dumped it on Marketplace and only got $150.

Moral of the story:
Just make sure you are certain about your purchases with this company. Buyer's remorse costs $120.

I have bought many great deals from Monoprice. I am just not sure if I actually saved any money after the one mistake. I will probably buy from them in the future, but I will think about it more before pulling the trigger.
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