Apple Pro Display XDR
32″ · 6K Mini-LED XDR · 60Hz
Gigabyte MO34WQC2
34″ ultrawide QD-OLED · 175Hz · DP 1.4
Apple Pro Display XDR takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Pro Display XDR lands at 92 and Gigabyte MO34WQC2 at 90. That puts Apple Pro Display XDR ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Apple Pro Display XDR if…
- ✓Current panel tech
- ✓Strong factory calibration
- ✓Modern connectivity
Pick Gigabyte MO34WQC2 if…
- ✓34″ QD-OLED ultrawide at $749
- ✓Dual-mode 1080p @ 350Hz
- ✓Glossy panel reduces grayish tint
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPicture quality
Apple Pro Display XDRColor accuracy and HDR performance
Apple Pro Display XDR leads on hdr (92 vs 88).
Value for money
Gigabyte MO34WQC2Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Gigabyte MO34WQC2 more score per dollar ($749 vs $4,999).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Apple Pro Display XDR | Gigabyte MO34WQC2 |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | 6K Mini-LED XDR | — |
| Size | 32" | — |
| Refresh | 60Hz | — |
| Release year | 2019 | — |
| Display | — | 34″ QD-OLED, 1800R curve |
| Resolution | — | 3440×1440 |
| Refresh rate | — | 175 Hz native (350 Hz at 1080p dual mode) |
| Response time | — | 0.03 ms (GtG) |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| Connectivity | — | 2× HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4 DSC, USB-C 18W |
Apple Pro Display XDR
- +Current panel tech
- +Strong factory calibration
- +Modern connectivity
- −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
- −HDR varies by model
- −OLED burn-in risk
Gigabyte MO34WQC2
- +34″ QD-OLED ultrawide at $749
- +Dual-mode 1080p @ 350Hz
- +Glossy panel reduces grayish tint
- −No DisplayPort 2.1
- −1800R curve not for everyone
- −OSD joystick fiddly
FAQ: Apple Pro Display XDR vs Gigabyte MO34WQC2
Which is better, Apple Pro Display XDR or Gigabyte MO34WQC2? +
Apple Pro Display XDR scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Apple Pro Display XDR worth the price? +
At $4,999, Apple Pro Display XDR delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in color.
Is Gigabyte MO34WQC2 worth the price? +
At $749, Gigabyte MO34WQC2 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in display.
Does Apple Pro Display XDR or Gigabyte MO34WQC2 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for picture quality, Apple Pro Display XDR or Gigabyte MO34WQC2? +
Apple Pro Display XDR — leads on hdr (92 vs 88). Color accuracy and HDR performance.
Which is the better value, Apple Pro Display XDR or Gigabyte MO34WQC2? +
Gigabyte MO34WQC2 — more score per dollar ($749 vs $4,999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.