MSI has officially announced the MEG 342C, a new “fragship” gaming monitor that features a QD-OLED panel, combining Quantum Dot technology with OLED to deliver what the manufacturer says is the best picture quality. While its availability date will vary by region, MSI has confirmed that the first shipments of the MEG 342C are scheduled to go out at the beginning of March 2023.
MEG 342C QD-OLED Gaming Monitor Specifications
| Marketing Name | MEG 342C QD-OLED |
|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 175Hz |
| Screen Size | 34.18″ (86.82 cm) |
| Active Display Area (mm) | 800.1(H) x 337.1 (V) |
| Curvature | 1800R |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 (UWQHD) |
| Pixel pitch (mm) | 0.2315(H)x0.2315(V) |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 |
| HDR (High dynamic range) | VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| SDR Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Brightness (Peak nits) | 1000 |
| Contrast Ratio | 1000000:1 (Native) |
| Response Time (GtG) | 0.1 ms |
| sRGB / Adobe RGB / DCI-P3/Rec.2020 * Follow CIE1976 standard | 139.1%/97.8% / 99.3% / 80.7% |
| Display Color | 1.07B (10-bit) |
| Adjustments | Tilt: -5° ~ 20 & Height: 0~100mm |
| PIP/PBP | Yes |
| I/O Ports | HDMI™ 2.1 x 2 |
| DisplayPort x 1 | |
| USB-C x 1 | |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-B upstream x1 | |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-Ax4 | |
| Audio Combo | |
| Mic In | |
| Headphone Out | |
| Note: | DisplayPort: 3440×1440 (Up to 175Hz). Type-C: 3440×1440 (Up to 175Hz) w/ PD Charging 65W HDMI™ 3440×1440 (Up to 175Hz) |
From an MSI press release:
The 34-inch QD-OLED panel is an incredible combination of Quantum Dot technology and OLED panel that exhibits the best picture quality with a perfect pixel lighting control that presents a true black scene. The HDR peak brightness is leveled up to 1000 nits, passing the VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 certificate and providing the ultimate immersive gaming experience with a super-fast 0.1 ms response time and 175 Hz refresh rate.
The color performance is further enhanced by quantum dot technology unlike other OLED monitors. The color volume reaches 97.8% Adobe RGB, 99.3% DCI-P3, and 139.1% sRGB with the most vivid colors in default Premium Color Mode. In professional mode with a DELTA E value of less than 2, the display color is stunning and accurate for greater experience in gaming, watching videos, and more.
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The MEG 342C QD-OLED also offered plenty of I/O ports to gamers who like to use KVM to control multiple devices through built-in USB hubs and charge smart devices with USB Type-C ports (Power Delivery up to 65W) and 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports. It is equipped with 2 HDMI™ Port support 3440 x 1440 @175Hz as specified in HDMI™ 2.1 and is compatible with the latest gen of console devices.