Asus recently announced the ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDM, a 34-inch 3440×1440 240Hz curved gaming monitor with an aggressive 800R curvature and features a WOLED panel. The 34-inch 1440p form factor has been popular with ultrawide gamers ever since Alienware released its AW3423DWF, and MSI followed with its MEG 342C QD-OLED. Can Asus outshine them with its PG34WCDM featuring a WOLED panel instead of QD-OLED? It does have its strengths as well as weaknesses. Some of its shortcomings are poor text clarity and its price, which is reported to be around $1,300 USD. However, it has a better reflection rejection due to its matte coating and arguably better motion performance. Check out more of Asus’ PG34WCDM features and specifications from the news release below.
ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Availability of ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDM
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has unveiled the ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDM, a 34-inch ultrawide 800R curved gaming monitor with a 3440 x 1440 OLED display. Featuring a 240 Hz refresh rate and a 0.03 ms gray-to-gray (GTG) response time, the PG34WCDM is designed with a custom heatsink and improved airflow to minimize the risk of panel burn-in.
The monitor incorporates 3rd generation ROG OLED technology, complying with DisplayHDR™ True Black 400 standards and delivering 30% brighter imagery than its predecessor. It utilizes the Clear Pixel Edge algorithm and Extreme Low Motion Blur technology (ELMB) to enhance visual clarity and reduce color fringing during fast-paced scenes. NVIDIA® G-SYNC® compatibility ensures smooth, tear-free visuals with low latency.
The built-in ROG Smart KVM software lets users control two devices with a keyboard and mouse, supported by USB 3.2 for fast file transfers across input sources. Connectivity options include DisplayPort™ 1.4, HDMI® 2.1, and USB-C® with 90 W power delivery.
Immersive gaming experiences
The ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDM offers a 34-inch ultrawide 800R curved display with a high 240 Hz refresh rate and a quick 0.03 ms GTG response time for an immersive gaming experience. It incorporates a custom heatsink and enhanced airflow design to manage temperatures effectively and reduce the risk of burn-in, ensuring the display’s durability.
The PG34WCDM utilizes third-generation ROG OLED technology for 30% brighter visuals than its predecessors. The Clear Pixel Edge algorithm minimizes red and green color fringing on text and lines. Additionally, the monitor features Exclusive Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB) technology for clear motion in fast-paced games.
User-friendly features
The uniform brightness feature in ROG ensures consistent brightness levels, providing a more comfortable viewing experience during extended gaming sessions.
ROG Smart KVM software simplifies control by allowing users to operate two input devices using a single keyboard and mouse. This feature facilitates quick USB 3.2 file transfers between devices for efficient copying, pasting, or file dragging. The monitor offers versatile connectivity options, including DisplayPort 1.4 with Display Stream Compression (DSC), HDMI 2.1, and USB-C with 90-watt Power Delivery, making it a flexible hub for gaming setups.
ASUS DisplayWidget Center software allows users to adjust monitor settings and OLED Care functions conveniently using a mouse, eliminating the need to access the OSD menu.
Outstanding visuals
The PG34WCDM, equipped with the latest ROG OLED technology, offers excellent color performance with a professional color gamut of DCI-P3 99%, compliance with DisplayHDR True Black 400, and true 10-bit color reproduction, ensuring exceptional contrast. Additionally, it is G-SYNC-compatible and features FreeSync Premium Pro for smooth, tear-free visuals with low latency.
Pricing and Availability
The Asus ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDM is reported to come with a retail price of around $1,300 USD and is said to be released sometime in Q1 2024.
Asus ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDM Specifications
| Display | Panel Size (inch) : 33.94 Aspect Ratio : 21:9 Display Viewing Area (H x V) : 795.33 x 332.93 mm Display Surface : Non-Glare Backlight Type : OLED Panel Type : OLED Viewing Angle (CR≧10, H/V) : 178°/ 178° Curvature : 800R Pixel Pitch : 0.231mm Resolution : 3440×1440 Color Space (sRGB) : 135% Color Space (DCI-P3) : 99% Contrast Ratio (Typ.) : 1,500,000:1 Display Colors : 1073.7M (10 bit) Response Time : 0.03ms(GTG) Refresh Rate (Max) : 240Hz HDR (High Dynamic Range) Support : HDR10 Flicker-free : Yes |
| Video Feature | Trace Free Technology : Yes GameVisual : Yes Color Temp. Selection : Yes(8 modes) Color Adjustment : 6-axis adjustment(R,G,B,C,M,Y) Gamma Adjustment : Yes (Support Gamma 1.8/2.0/2.2/2.4/2.6 ) Color Accuracy : △E≦ 2 GamePlus : Yes PIP / PBP Technology : Yes HDCP : Yes, 2.2 Extreme Low Motion Blur : Yes VRR Technology : FreeSync™ Premium Pro & G-SYNC® Compatible GameFast Input technology : Yes Shadow Boost : Yes DisplayWidget : Yes, DisplayWidget Center Low Blue Light : Yes (Hardware Solution) Multiple HDR Mode : Yes KVM Switch : Yes, Smart KVM |
| I/O Ports | USB-C x 1 (DP Alt Mode) DisplayPort 1.4 DSC x 1 HDMI(v2.1) x 2 USB Hub : 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A USB Hub : 1x USB 2.0 Type-A Earphone Jack : Yes SPDIF Out (Optical Digital Audio Out) : Yes USB-C Power Delivery : 90W |
| Signal Frequency | Digital Signal Frequency : DP:30KHz to 390KHz (H) / 40Hz to 240Hz (V) HDMI:30KHz to 390KHz (H) / 40Hz to 240Hz (V) Type-C:30KHz to 390KHz (H) / 40Hz to 240Hz (V) |
| Power Consumption | Power Consumption : 31W Power Saving Mode : <0.5W Power Off Mode : <0.3W Voltage : 100-240V, 50/60Hz |
| Mechanical Design | Tilt : Yes (+20° ~ -5°) Swivel : Yes (+15° ~ -15°) Height Adjustment : 0~110mm Lighting effect : Aura Sync Proximity Sensor : Yes VESA Wall Mounting : 100x100mm Kensington Lock : Yes 1/4″ Tripod Socket : Yes |
| Dimensions (Esti.) | Phys. Dimension (W x H x D) : 786x(550.5~440.5)x275.4 Phys. Dimension (W x H x D) : 78.60 x (44.10~55.10) x 29.30 cm Phys. Dimension without Stand (W x H x D) : 78.60 x 55.1 x 27.5 cm (30.94″ x 21.69″ x 10.83″) Box Dimension (W x H x D) : 89.0 x 29.1 x 46.5 cm (35.04″ x 11.46″ x 18.31″) |
| Weight (Esti.) | Net Weight : 8.4 kg (18.52 lbs) Net Weight without Stand : 5.6 kg (12.35 lbs) Gross Weight : 13.5 kg (29.76 lbs) |
