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MSI - Modern MD342CQ 34" UWQHD 120Hz 4ms Computer Monitor with HDR ready, Built-in Speakers (DisplayPort, HDMI, USB-C ) - Matte Black

Price range: $279.99–345.85
Brand: MSI
Category: Monitor
The MSI Modern MD342CQ is a 34" monitor. Its 120 Hz VA display delivers 3440 × 1440 resolution. It ships with AMD FreeSync and ENERGY STAR certification.
PQS: 99 (computed 2026-04-28 07:03)
GTIN-14: 00824142341797
MSI - Modern MD342CQ 34" UWQHD 120Hz 4ms Computer Monitor with HDR ready, Built-in Speakers (DisplayPort, HDMI, USB-C ) - Matte Black

Key specs

A human-friendly subset of populated specs
Screen size (in)
34.0
Resolution
3440 x 1440
Panel type
VA
Refresh rate (Hz)
120
HDR formats
HDR

Pros & Cons

Based on quantified comparisons vs. 719 monitors
✓ Pros
  • Screen Real Estate (34.0) — top 10% of monitors
✗ Cons
  • Portability (8.05) — bottom 20% of monitors
  • Responsiveness (4.0) — bottom 21% of monitors

How this Monitor compares vs. 719 monitors

Percentile rank for each spec — higher means this product outperforms more of its peers.
Weight 8.05kg
20% Below avg
Screen Size 34.0"
90% Top 10%
Refresh Rate 120.0Hz
56%
Response Time 4.0ms
21% Below avg

Spec Profile Radar

Visual snapshot — outer edge = 100th percentile (best in class)

Use-Case Fitness Deterministic

Weighted scoring based on specs that matter most for each workflow
Gaming
42
Below Average
Why this score?
🟡 +22.4 pts /40.0120.0Hz Refresh Rate is in the mid-pack (56th pct) of all monitors (40% weight) biggest contributor
🟢 +13.5 pts /15.034.0" Screen Size is in the Top 10% of all monitors (15% weight)
🔴 +6.4 pts /30.04.0ms Response Time is in the Bottom 79% of all monitors (30% weight) ⚠ drags score down
🔴 +0.0 pts /15.0 — display.brightness_nits is in the Bottom 0% of all monitors (15% weight) ⚠ drags score down
Content Creation
40
Below Average
Why this score?
🟢 +26.9 pts /30.034.0" Screen Size is in the Top 10% of all monitors (30% weight) biggest contributor
🟡 +8.4 pts /15.0120.0Hz Refresh Rate is in the mid-pack (56th pct) of all monitors (15% weight)
🔴 +4.3 pts /20.04.0ms Response Time is in the Bottom 79% of all monitors (20% weight) ⚠ drags score down
🔴 +0.0 pts /35.0 — display.brightness_nits is in the Bottom 0% of all monitors (35% weight) ⚠ drags score down

Offers

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B&H MSDMD342CQP 279.99 USD In stock View offer → 2026-04-28 02:43
Best Buy 6623967 279.99 USD Out of stock View offer → 2026-04-14 04:05
Newegg 9SIA6ZPKC43003 345.85 USD In stock View offer → 2026-04-01 02:22

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Full specs

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Screen size (in)34.0
Resolution3440 x 1440
Panel typeVA
Refresh rate (Hz)120
HDR formatsHDR
Reconciled at2026-03-15 02:28
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