iiyama G-Master GCB3480WQSU-B1 Curved Gaming Monitor Review (34″ UWQHD, 180Hz)
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Introduction
The iiyama G-Master GCB3480WQSU-B1 is a 34-inch ultrawide curved gaming monitor designed to elevate your gaming experience. With its stunning UWQHD resolution, lightning-fast 180Hz refresh rate, and 0.4ms response time, it promises smooth, tear-free gameplay. In this comprehensive review, we’ll delve into its features, performance, pros, and cons to determine if it’s worthy of your investment.
Features
The iiyama G-Master GCB3480WQSU-B1 packs a punch with its impressive features:
- 34-inch UWQHD (3440 x 1440) VA Display: Immerse yourself in a wider field of view with the ultrawide 21:9 aspect ratio, providing an expansive canvas for your games and multimedia.
- 180Hz Refresh Rate: Experience incredibly smooth and responsive gameplay with a blazing-fast refresh rate that minimizes motion blur and lag.
- 0.4ms (MPRT) Response Time: The rapid response time ensures crisp and clear visuals, eliminating ghosting and blurring for a sharper gaming experience.
- AMD FreeSync Premium Pro Technology: Enjoy tear-free and stutter-free gameplay with adaptive sync technology, ensuring smooth visuals at various frame rates.
- 1500R Curvature: The gentle curve of the display envelops your vision, creating a more immersive and engaging experience, especially for games and movies.
- HDR400 Support: Enhance your visual experience with HDR400 technology, delivering deeper blacks, brighter whites, and richer colors for a more realistic and vibrant display.
- Adjustable Stand: Customize your viewing experience with height and tilt adjustments to find the perfect ergonomic position for optimal comfort.
Performance
The iiyama G-Master GCB3480WQSU-B1 delivers a stellar gaming experience with its high refresh rate and low response time. We tested the monitor with various games and found it to be incredibly responsive and smooth, even during fast-paced action sequences. The UWQHD resolution provides a stunningly sharp and detailed image, with vibrant colors and deep blacks. We were particularly impressed with the monitor’s ability to handle demanding games with ease, producing minimal screen tearing or stuttering thanks to the FreeSync Premium Pro technology.
While the monitor’s performance in gaming is exceptional, it also performs well for other tasks. The wide screen real estate is ideal for multitasking, and the accurate color reproduction makes it suitable for content creation and editing. However, the VA panel does have some limitations in terms of viewing angles. Colors may appear washed out when viewed from extreme angles.
Pros & Cons
Here’s a breakdown of the iiyama G-Master GCB3480WQSU-B1’s advantages and disadvantages:
Pros:
- Exceptional 180Hz refresh rate and 0.4ms response time for smooth, tear-free gameplay.
- Stunning UWQHD resolution with vibrant colors and deep blacks.
- Immersive 1500R curvature enhances the gaming experience.
- AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technology eliminates screen tearing and stuttering.
- HDR400 support adds depth and realism to visuals.
- Adjustable stand for ergonomic comfort.
Cons:
- VA panel has limited viewing angles, with colors appearing washed out from extreme angles.
- The monitor’s price point is relatively high compared to other 34-inch ultrawide monitors.
Final Verdict
The iiyama G-Master GCB3480WQSU-B1 is a powerful and impressive gaming monitor that excels in delivering smooth, tear-free gameplay with stunning visuals. Its high refresh rate, low response time, and ultrawide display offer an immersive and engaging experience. While the VA panel’s limited viewing angles and higher price point may be drawbacks for some, the overall performance and feature set make it a compelling choice for serious gamers seeking an immersive gaming experience.
Specifications
| DISPLAY CHARACTERISTICS | |
|---|---|
| Diagonal | 34″, 86.4cm |
| Panel | VA LED, matte finish |
| Curved | 1500R |
| Native resolution | 3440 x 1440 @180Hz (4.9 megapixel UWQHD, DisplayPort) |
| Aspect ratio | 21:9 |
| Panel brightness | 420 cd/m² |
| Static contrast | 4000:1 |
| Response time (MPRT) | 0.4ms |
| Viewing zone | Horizontal/vertical: 178°/178°, right/left: 89°/89°, up/down: 89°/89° |
| Horizontal Sync | 48 – 180kHz |
| Viewable area W x H | 797.2 x 333.7mm, 31.4 x 13.1″ |
| Pixel pitch | 0.232mm |
| Colour | Matte, black |
| INTERFACES / CONNECTORS / CONTROLS | |
| Signal input | HDMI x2 (max. 3440 x 1440 @100Hz), DisplayPort x2 (max. 3440 x 1440 @180Hz) |
| USB HUB | x2 (v.3.2 (Gen 1, 5Gbit; DC5V, 900mA)) |
| HDCP | Yes |
| Headphone connector | Yes |
| FEATURES | |
| Blue light reducer | Yes |
| Flicker free | Yes |
| Adaptive Sync support | FreeSync Premium Pro – HDMI: 3440 x 1440 @48-100Hz, DP: 3440 x 1440 @48-180Hz |
| HDR | HDR400 |
| OSD languages | EN, DE, FR, ES, IT, RU, JP, CZ, NL, PL |
| Control buttons | Navigation Button: Power Switch/Menu/Power Indicator, Scroll Up/Input Select, Scroll Down, Left/Eco Mode, Right/Volume |
| User controls | Picture adjust (brightness, contrast, ECO, blue light reducer, ACR, OD, MBR, black tuner, colour saturation, gamma), colour setting (colour temp., user preset, i-Style colour), image adjust (sharp and soft, HDMI range, direct drive mode, video mode adjust, HDR, FreeSync, overclock), OSD (OSD H. position, OSD V. position, OSD time), language, miscellaneous (opening logo, LED, display information, PiP/PbP, PiP position, PiP size), input select (input source, sub source, DP mode), audio setting (volume, mute, audio input), store user setting (user modes), recall |
| Speakers | 2 x 3W |
| Convenience | Kensington-lock™ prepared, DDC2B, Mac OSX |
| MECHANICAL | |
| Display position adjustments | Height, tilt |
| Height adjustment | 110mm |
| Tilt angle | 20° up; 5° down |
| VESA mounting | 100 x 100mm |
| ACCESSORIES INCLUDED | |
| Cables | Power, USB, HDMI, DP |
| Other | Quick start guide, safety guide |
| POWER MANAGEMENT | |
| Power supply unit | Internal |
| Power supply | AC 100 – 240V, 50/60Hz |
| Power usage | 51W typical, 0.5W standby, 0.3W off mode |
| SUSTAINABILITY | |
| Regulations | CE, EAC, RoHS support, ErP, WEEE, REACH, UKCA |
| Energy efficiency class (Regulation (EU) 2017/1369) | E |
| REACH SVHC | Above 0.1%: Lead |
| DIMENSIONS / WEIGHT | |
| Product dimensions W x H x D | 808 x 441.5 (551.5) x 256mm |
| Box dimensions W x H x D | 899 x 502 x 237mm |
| Weight (without box) | 7.6kg |
| Weight (with box) | 10.6kg |
| EAN code | 4948570122257 |