ROG 34" OLED Gaming Monitor: Unboxing + Review (PG34WCDM)

Unboxing and review of the 2024 34” OLED gaming monitor from ASUS (ROG PG34WCDM). It’s got 240hz, VRR, HDMI 2.1, ultrawide and USB-C. It’s also 30% brighter, has a Smart KVM Switch and PBP support. This makes it perfect for PC gaming, the PS5, Xbox Series X and productivity.
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0:00 | Intro
0:42 | Inside the box
1:39 | Setting it up
2:42 | Design
3:47 | Picture Quality
5:32 | Gaming
8:57 | Productivity
10:50 | Stand and VESA
11:31 | UI and Menus
12:32 | Outro
#OLED #GamingMonitor #Unboxing #Review #ROG #PG34WCDM #ASUS #PCMR

[@nickj6445]

Just started working with a curved monitor. Absolute game changer. Been missing out all this time

[@SpawnPoiint]

Yeh amazing how much extra space you have with it too!

[@113subswithoutvideos]

Working?

[@laggmonstret]

@@SpawnPoiint Compared to 3840x2160? It's actually less work space then 3440x1440 but I might go with it for gaming if I can't resist waiting for 3840x1600 OLED :D

[@jamesaden6018]

@@SpawnPoiint take a look at my comment real quick and see who replied. This the second time this happened.

[@joaquinarchivaldoguzmanloe1073]

@@SpawnPoiintdo u use hdr on ps5 ? Bought the new alienware and warzone looks really dark

[@rightontarget4727]

Dude thats pretty high end monitor if you ask me! Clean congrats and enjoy, i built my set up after seeing your videos

[@jasunplayz]

i been thinking about ditching the TV and going monitor for my gaming setup. Great video 💯

[@SpawnPoiint]

Thanks dude, that's a big move too.

[@fredc8618]

Bro there's 100 dollar ones on amazon

[@KelvinKamphambale]

There's always that excitement when I watch your videos

[@MISTY-e4w]

Nice OLED !!!!!! Such a great monitor and I love watching your reviews.

[@GeekStreet]

Ultrawide monitors are definitely a game changer been using for a while now, impressed this even has a kvm and text looks really good.

[@SpawnPoiint]

I agree they are really impressive. As I don't often game on PC/laptop it's too much for console, but I've enjoyed it so far.

[@TheLaw210]

@@SpawnPoiintthat’s what I was going to comment.. you are more ps5 player, aren’t you? So this wide monitor is not ideal for a console usage. What monitor would you recommend for Ps5 and work? 4k, 120hz min, IPS, not curved, regular ratio (not wide), 1ms. If you have any recommendations it would help. ;-) thx

[@yochrisnelson]

Love your videos as always!

[@sweeezytube]

amazing video as always cant wait to buy this

[@djmaxzoom3]

Imma stick to my lg c2 because you were the reason I got that tv and I’m. Loving it still had since August of last year

[@SpawnPoiint]

LG C2 is an incredible screen, no need to change dude!

[@justd1zzy383]

wow this looks so good!

[@SoldierBoy3064]

it looks very nice... can't complain

[@MegaMilez]

Mine arrives today!

[@mikepoulton3250]

I was going to get the samsung odyssey g9 but you've sold me over! I need this!

[@CyberGhost-os2fv]

Thx mate great video I hope I’ll get this soon

[@SpawnPoiint]

Thank you!

[@VyzrYT]

Looks stunning and so wide!

[@SpawnPoiint]

It's my first gaming ultrawide, and this thing is a beast haha

[@JavierVazquezkmkzy]

NIce OLED !! just got my first curved monitor and boy its awesome ... takes tome to get used to but once you do going back to flats is not pleasant. love your videos

[@filmverse24]

How about distortion?

[@ReleR]

The absolute best monitor I've ever seen,wish I had it

[@finishers29]

Nice OLED! But the glossy coating really makes the color pop like no other.

[@CaShMaN_020]

NICE OLED ! Waiting for your next video on the best 2024 flat screen oled 2.1 monitor.

[@SpawnPoiint]

Thank you. It's coming...

[@chougleasif]

superb video, i am currently trying to decide between the ASUS ROG PG32UCDM and this one

[@JoelsterG4k]

You didn't mention if you get all the features while gaming on consoles like HDR, VRR or 120hz.

[@nareksilisalata]

What do you recommend for the PS5? Do you think the PG32UCDM would be perfect for console gaming? Great video and thank you for sharing your experience

[@sebastiankueppers7105]

The monitor is really cool, but I bought the PG42UQ 9 months ago and will continue to use it for now.

[@jimmyfederico7732]

It looks kinda epic this gaming monitor 👍

[@SpuddGaming]

Fantastic video as always buddy! I've just tried an OLED ultrawide for the first time and it was a gamechanger. This new one looks cracking though, especially with the 240Hz!

[@Lxght_Lxght]

Yo wassup spudd. Any tips on convincing my parents to let me buy a pc? they won’t lemme cuz i have old laptop

[@SwooshTech]

Great vid buddy!

[@SpawnPoiint]

Thank you mate!

[@Bivs_setup]

Nice Oled. Excellent step through. 👌🏼

[@SpawnPoiint]

Glad you liked it

[@alphapapa4446]

Wonder if PBP on this model caps your refresh rate. I remember using my AW3423dwf and PBP capped your refresh rate for each section

[@aayazzahid7949]

Looks so cool!!

[@SpawnPoiint]

It's definitely one of the best ultrawides to date.

[@aayazzahid7949]

@@SpawnPoiint 👌

[@Burg7.]

Looks very good

[@JamieReynolds89]

0:22 ''plus, it looks ALL-SOME''😂

[@SmoodGraphics59]

This is the perfect monitor for my preferred use now I only need to wait until release or is it the pg39wcdm im confusing this with because of the name or end up, it just the same monitor but different size but it’s a (nice OLED)

[@lucashytinen8160]

have the 27inch ASUS OLED and love it. how did you get that sweet background???

[@SirShyGuy_]

I received the 39WCDM yesterday and I'm in love! Still trying to find the right set up picture wise for it

[@josephdelaney1598]

just got the pg32ucdm and i realllyyy want to pair it with this beast

[@_ATHENODOROS_]

How would you describe its coating? Matte or semi glossy? Thanks!

[@DCC2105]

I’d love to see your review on the 32’ model they just released. That’s the one I’m really interested in

[@SpawnPoiint]

Hopefully I can cover it soon.

[@RedBellySnake]

Hello, where did you get that ROG skin for the Xbox Series X?

[@wildbrick5371]

That monitor looks insane with all its specs for gaming! and still keep up the best quality videos :)

[@landon8676]

Nice oled! Great video as well

[@SpawnPoiint]

Thank you!

[@Sfw85]

Great video! Looking to get my first top of the range monitor and most reviews miss checking out real life productivity. Would you recommend this for someone that works with two word documents side by side and will then game onba 4k pc and ps5? If not do you happen to have another recommendation? Cheers

[@SpawnPoiint]

I'd say this is a great compromise for doing it all. The only issue I'd have with using it for work is the curve is quite extreme. Like there are no straight lines, but the visuals and clarity is impressive. Also as the PS5 doesn't support ultrawide you'd have to use it with those black bars.

[@itxnics101]

cant wait until this is available in the uk

[@tre1836]

Love the content

[@SpawnPoiint]

Thanks dude!

[@frizzbee416]

Looks good ❤it

[@elchancho8432]

Does the monitor arm adapter come with it? For $1300 it better lmao Is burn in covered by the manufacturer warranty? Or the extended warranty?

[@shafiqarisha7417]

May I know the dimension or your table? Btw nice setup and good video as always, cheers mate

[@SpawnPoiint]

Thanks, the desk is 1770mm x 800mm

[@sweetskeetz]

I bought this monitor and was worried about the aggressive curve. Not a problem at all, you literally don’t notice it at all. I laughed playing games on it for the first time, the colours are brazy. I did have to adjust colours a bit because it does seem to lean on the orange side.

[@carljohnson7]

So what is the aspect control function on this monitor, not all games support ultra wide. So you get blackbars and letterboxes during gameplay or doing cutsences ?

[@o.mohammed06]

Great video, could you please make us a video about budget monitors that has (usb -c ) and compatible with macs

[@SpawnPoiint]

Thank you. I'll take a look. I did a budget one a while back, but that didn't have USB-C.

[@Wolfpakhak]

Is it better than the kouri? I've been trying to find a good monitor for the ps5?(ps, it would be my first monitor)

[@TheAverageTitanfall2Enjoyer]

My mental health is deteriorating when i realise ill never have one of these insane monitors, but he casually has like 30 of them Great content though

[@kinneyjr740]

Just ordered this monitor. Ready to try it on my new Radeon red devil rx 7800 xt GPU. Can’t wait I’m playing on a 32 in 165 hz now and it does good only bad thing is I get 300 + fps so on my 165 hz kinda hurts it. But it’ll be all good when this bad boy shows up

[@sampovirtanen6300]

You can change aspect ratio from console settings to Have full screen

[@jhonatansilva9484]

Beautiful and Awesome !

[@tomgjonaj9965]

Bought this and returned it. Next to my G9 OLED, I see that gen 2 Samsung QD OLED still looks way better than WOLED

[@ExecutionerDan]

I bought the pg35vq on its release back in 2020 i think it was. Blows my mind that theres a upgrade to it when my monitor is literally insane. Cant wait for the pg39wcdm to come out. Id rather get the 39 over this 34 but whatever. The slimmer bezel and thinner profile of the screen itself looks nuts.

[@Wellibob68]

I love an ultrawide. I own 1440p ips one. I'd still get a 32inch 4k 16.9 oled over this everytime

[@MemerMan]

Same, and i agree, but uw is nice for non-shooters

[@Xuzyy]

@@MemerMani was actually wondering what was the reason for this monitor 34inch uqhd 240hz woled with matte finish, we already had qd-oled 175hz glossy ultra wide uqhd for 2 years now and they cost 850€ now, this one comes out at 1300€ seems to me a small upgrade for 500€ more at this point I would upgrade to a 4k 240hz qd-oled whatever the brand let’s say alienware, costs less gets you more or maybe wait for the woled with 1080p 480hz/4k 240hz dual mode, but this one reviewed in the video for me has no space when there are already qd-oleds outs for 900€

[@nickbryant6970]

​@MemerMan it's nice for shooters too. Basically free fov. I've been testing between 360hz 25 inch 16:9 and the ultrawide oled 165hz and they're both just as good for fps. The whole 16:9 is better for fps is coming from people who don't own one or take time to get used to ultrawide.

[@choocharoo]

Depends. If you dont have a 4080S or 4090 than 4k is not worth. Your gonna have a much better time on 1440p. Having said that the ultrawide format is more to push than the standard 16:9. So this or 4k panel gonna be hard to push. I guess its about future proving for maybe the next video card generation.

[@drunkhusband6257]

@@MemerMan uw is better for literally....everything.

[@tonnyjay515]

Absolutely beauty I'm in love with it, mate. I wanted to buy a monitor and now I know what to buy .. all thanks to you

[@SpawnPoiint]

ah thanks dude, I appreciate the feedback too.

[@ayezyee]

Aliens are also released a 32 inch 4k quantum dot oled monitor worth considering $1200. (Don't get it confused with the 34 inch 1440p model)

[@ayezyee]

Alienware*

[@cbaseboyz]

Did you find out where you can buy it I'm trying to build my first pc and wanna do it right the first time

[@PeterNorthCumshotLegend]

​@@SpawnPoiintwhy is there two i's in your name?

[@jayireland561]

Is DLDSR off the table when outputting @240hz? I had this issue when I upgraded from the AW3423DW to the OLED G9. Shame because 5kX2k looked amazing on the AW.

[@archangel5526]

This is it, this is the monitor that will take me to OLED.

[@Ronjuz]

Have you tried watching something on it instead of gaming? And how is the experience?

[@Sonkunn]

Dear Spawnpoiint , are there any brand that are going to release a glossy model of 34 inch ?

[@therdku]

What about the risk of OLED burn-in for productivity? Honestly I would absolutely pull the trigger on one of these, and this ASUS also has that KVM function my current Dell IPS has, which is awesome. However my monitor is used for work more than it is for gaming, and I worry this will likely result in some kind of burn-in in less than 6 months.

[@costantineyoussif6679]

Looks sick, is this desk the pro ? Or the pro XL ? I have the pro and looking to get this monitor and I’m scared that it takes the whole space !

[@JohnnyBitcoin]

Nice OLED! IS THIS GLOSSY OR MATTE?

[@Joshua-xh6bm]

Did they tone down the grainy-ness of the screen coating? I'm not a matte hater by any stretch. I have the Asus 27 inch WOLED right now and I love it EXCEPT for the coating because even by matte standards it's super grainy, so any time you play an HDR game and you get a bright white or blue light on your screen you can see the grain. There's matte, and then there's whatever this is.

[@SpawnPoiint]

I'd say it was better than the 27" version. There's still some slight grain, but only when looking really closely.

[@alexblankenship7385]

I really want an OLED display that's 30+ inches for my Mac desktop setup. I've been very impressed with the OLED panels in my recent model iPhones and love viewing my photos and videos with such great color vibrance and contrast. Not to mention the deep blacks with OLED are so nice. Me using an Apple, means I don't really game but I do Minecraft plenty, but with macOS its more so for productivity and my main use is photo editing and web browsing and streaming videos, movies, or shows. I hope to not have burn in issues if I do choose OLED.

[@TSlushy]

Good setup bro

[@SpawnPoiint]

Thanks man!

[@TSlushy]

Np bro

[@RAMBOLOGY]

I plan to get the 39 inch version. I personally can't wait to get rid of the 60 hz panel ive been using for ages.

[@SpawnPoiint]

That size will be a beast!

[@drunkhusband6257]

People still use 60hz lol I haven't had a 60hz monitor for like...15 years.

[@LoyaltyBC_]

I am sold !! When and where can we purchase ??!!

[@douglas5097]

I wonder when will we get 2160p ultrawide monitors...

[@MrMochomo20]

when will it be available for purchase in the USA?

[@travdagamer2502]

How do you compare it to your Lg oled monitor?

[@jaspreetsingh3164]

Are you able to get variable refresh rate with the black bars for the ps5?

[@Mikeburrows92]

I’ve got a 4K ASUS ROG PG32UQ but it’s only IPS, it’s a fantastic monitor but OLED screens are hands down the best, but can you tell the difference of quality in gaming in 1440p vs 4K?

[@suyt4063]

4k is more sharp part from that no body r great

[@santalla03]

Do these screens cut off certain games? I don’t really play shooters.

[@Saixxbt]

i got a question, can u use a 34 inch and a 24 inch monitor with the dual monitor arms from secret labs? or is it better to buy 2 single monitor arms from then?

[@taydoug9133]

I have this set up but I have 2 separate wall mounted arms... looks so clean with the screens just floating

[@Octorious]

Do monitors normally come with their colour calibration report? That's awesome 🔥

[@SpawnPoiint]

From the ones I've reviewed, I've only ever seen ROG do it, which it's a nice touch (and it's per monitor as it's got the monit''s serial number on it too).

[@Octorious]

@@SpawnPoiint That's actually so, so cool. That itself sells me on ROG for when I inevitably need a monitor in the future. Great review!

[@SpawnPoiint]

Thanks dude!

[@highlyvolatile8988]

I bought a Dell monitor several years ago and it had a calibration report. Whether they still do it, I’m not sure.

[@laggmonstret]

Every monitor that is calibrated from factory and aim for work does come with a calibration sheet. I guess more and more gaming brands are adding it too now to seem "pro" :D

[@ASuwan22]

OLED Ultrawides are great for gaming and work! I got the Samsung 34" Odyssey G85SB QD-OLED Ultrawide last year and honestly its a game changer. Can't use a 16:9 monitor anymore lol.

[@NeatoFox]

Just out of curiosity, do you worry about burn-in at all? Im in the market for a new monitor and Im awfully tempted to make the jump to OLED. Im not worried about productivity too much, I have my MacBook for that stuff. This would be almost purely for gaming.

[@ASuwan22]

@@NeatoFox No I don’t worry about it at all. There’s screen movement facility in place so it will move the screen slightly every so often. Then you can use screensaver etc to mitigate any screen burn concerns.

[@jammy1551]

Nice oled. Also which is your favourite Ps5 plate I like the starlight blue and spider man ones.

[@SpawnPoiint]

Yeh the Spider-Man are my favourite, but I also really like the black ones too.

[@jammy1551]

Nice

[@hypnofba]

Great video! Are you going to review the 32" version? (PG32UQCDM)

[@SpawnPoiint]

I hope to yes, not sure if/when though.

[@vip_death_]

Now being into 2024 would you recommend getting the slim ps5 or saving and waiting for the pro version

[@SpawnPoiint]

Tough one. If you don't have one at all, I'd get a Slim now and make the most of it for the next 9-12 months. If you've got an OG PS5, not worth the change. Just wait.

[@shauncassidy3658]

Btw you CAN turn the display left to right... the entire monitor arm spins on top of the legs :)

[@SpawnPoiint]

I found this out later 😭

[@KillerBearsaw]

Been considering this vs the DWF or waiting for the MSI MPG. Tough decisions, the 2yrs warranty vs dell's 3 year (and supposedly better customer support) has me worried. the KVM switch is very very nice to have.

[@lordthegamer9171]

Your videos are getting too addicted to me

[@SpawnPoiint]

haha thank you!

[@lordthegamer9171]

@@SpawnPoiint lg g3 OLED evo introduced me too your channel and from that point I watched all of you videos and getting upto date videos and I watched some of videos for 10 to 15 times hoping to make more videos and comparison videos across various products and small expectation to start videos on pc gaming and pc games too

[@user-xl6yo5dr6p]

Glossy or matte?

[@pizzashaman]

Is it not a little too curved vs for example the Alienware 34 inch OLED? I have the Alienware IPS model now (had it for the last 5 years) and I'm looking to upgrade but the curve on the Asus is my only reservation.

[@daftchemistYT]

I'm looking to get a premium monitor as well and this is also a concern for me. I'm back and forth between the Alienware and asus atm.

[@davidhackett5787]

Does that monitor arm only work with that magnus desk or any desk

[@mohamedahmed-dd4sp]

I really hope that you get a gaming PC with the latest specifications. You will notice the difference

[@SpawnPoiint]

I'm sure I will yes, I just fear I'll build one and never use it.

[@DraythDrake]

looks great, except for the curve. could not handle 800r, 1800 r, yeah, but not 800r

[@Jrfeimst2]

Do you have issue with distortion when doing productivity work? Does it stretch it or make it look weird?

[@SpawnPoiint]

It doesn't stretch it at all, but if you need straight lines (like photo editing, graphics etc) then the curve is too much for that.

[@tomeskoblar]

Very nice . 😮

[@deanhasen3220]

I’ve always played on a tv from my couch and can’t imagine sitting in a chair to game on a small monitor. I’m currently playing on an 83 inch lg c1…is gaming up close to a small monitor a better experience than a huge tv from the couch?

[@ericstockman662]

Its different. If you're a console gamer then don't bother. Once you experience over 200 FPS on a smaller OLED screen you will understand. I'm currently using the 27 inch Alienware 360 FPS screen coming from a 42 C2 @ 120 FPS. High FPS trumps screen size all day long.

[@danielwilliams-pp6wl]

I can ask where I can download that lovely asus wallpaper

[@TheRe9lay]

Hi, reading comment on reddit people goes beserk of the matte screen - how was your experience with it?

[@tribal-sz6hm]

I'm hesitant with this monitor or the latest ASUS 34" OLED - ROG Swift PG34WCDM which is curved 800r oled but in 3440 by 1440p my config is with a 4090. I'm really hesitant between 4K or curved but in 1440p wouldn't that be a shame or frustrating? Would I see a concrete difference in the image and sharpness between a 34 inch 3440 by 1440 and 4K? My type of game, fps, tps, car a bit of everything and nice games like tomb raider, cyberpunk ect.

[@drunkhusband6257]

Ultrawide is always better

[@masterbenjamin3348]

I have the 27 Inch oled. I Hope a 1800R 34 Inch comes out

[@Ardalan01]

Can I connect Macbook pro m2 to this? I am looking for a gaming monitor to connect both my PS5 and Mac M2

[@ferbooo]

Let's introduce the 32-inch model too. Thanks 😍

[@daleadams6097]

Where did you get the asus wrap for your xbox?