ASUS ROG Strix XG349C vs MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus
ASUS ROG Strix XG349C
34.1″ · 3440×1440 · 180 Hz · IPSMSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus
37.5″ · 3840×1600 · 175 Hz · IPSASUS ROG Strix XG349C and MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 80 and 80.
- Resolution: MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus leads (3840×1600 vs 3440×1440).
- Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG349C leads (180 Hz vs 175 Hz).
ASUS ROG Strix XG349C
If you care most about refresh rate.
MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS ROG Strix XG349C | MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| 80 | Gear score | 80 |
| 34.1″ | Screen size | 37.5″ |
| 3440×1440 | Resolution | 3840×1600 |
| 180 Hz | Refresh rate | 175 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | IPS |
| 1 ms | Response time | — |
| ≈ $650 | Estimated price | — |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is ASUS ROG Strix XG349C or MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus better?
ASUS ROG Strix XG349C and MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 80 and 80. Resolution: MSI Optix MEG381CQR Plus leads (3840×1600 vs 3440×1440). Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG349C leads (180 Hz vs 175 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG349C leads (180 Hz vs 175 Hz).