The 343CQR is currently one of the curviest monitors you could buy with a 1000R 3440 x 1440 panel.
Its main features include 165 Hz with Adaptive-Sync, USB-C input, and HDR.
It can get extremely bright, is color accurate with deep blacks, and has very aggressive styling.
While sRGB is not supported, the display has nearly 85% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage.
This is also the first gaming monitor to offer HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) function.
The consoles can be used to wake up the monitor when connected to a PlayStation or Switch.
The MPG Artymis 343CQR lacks built-in speakers, but you have a 3.5mm audio out.
The MPG Artymis 343CQR is best suited for larger and deeper desk spaces.
You have lots of possible adjustments with 100mm in height, -5/20 tilt, and +/- 30 swivel.
OSD and Software
All controls are found on the back.
If installed, the physical OSD button can launch the program when pressed.
Too Curvy?
Ideally, you want your eyes to be level with the display’s center to minimize distortion.
I really enjoyed gaming with the MPG and played several hours of Overwatch 2 and Batman Arkham Knight.
That said, do I think 1000R is worth having and paying a premium for over 1500R or 1800R?
My LG 34" WL600 is far less flashy.
However, it only needs about 8" of desk depth to fit.
At this point, it might be more for bragging rights than anything else.
The 34401440 UQWHD resolution has a high pixel density of 110 PPI (pixels per inch).
This is a great size and aspect ratio for having two windows open side by side.
While many newer ones do, several competitive games like Overwatch 2 are still limited to 16:9.
It supports HDR and is VESA DisplayHDR 400 certified.
HDR content has a peak brightness of 550 nits, though full-array local dimming is missing.
10-bit color is also supported via Frame Rate Conversion, which has its limitations.
The monitor is best used for gaming, content consumption, and some content creation.
