Monitors / Comparison

LG 34WP65C-B vs MSI Optix MAG301CR

Monitor · LG

LG 34WP65C-B

34″ · 3440×1440 · 160 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 71.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate67
Resolution88
Panel66
Response time50
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Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG301CR

30″ · 2560×1080 · 200 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 70.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate77
Resolution62
Panel66
Verdict

LG 34WP65C-B and MSI Optix MAG301CR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 70.

  • Resolution: LG 34WP65C-B leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1080).
  • Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR leads (200 Hz vs 160 Hz).
Pick this

LG 34WP65C-B

If you care most about resolution.

Pick this

MSI Optix MAG301CR

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

LG 34WP65C-BMSI Optix MAG301CR
71Gear score70
34″Screen size30″
3440×1440Resolution2560×1080
160 HzRefresh rate200 Hz
VAPanelVA
5 msResponse time—
≈ $400Estimated price≈ $580

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 LG 34WP65C-B or MSI Optix MAG301CR better?

LG 34WP65C-B and MSI Optix MAG301CR are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 70. Resolution: LG 34WP65C-B leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1080). Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR leads (200 Hz vs 160 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR leads (200 Hz vs 160 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: LG 34WP65C-B ≈ $400, MSI Optix MAG301CR ≈ $580. Current prices vary by store.