Huawei MateView GT 34

Overview

The Huawei MateView GT 34 is a 34-inch ultrawide gaming monitor designed for immersive visual experiences. Its 21:9 aspect ratio and 1500R curvature aim to envelop the user's peripheral vision, which can be particularly effective in simulation games, open-world titles, and first-person shooters that support ultrawide resolutions. The monitor features a VA (Vertical Alignment) panel with a native resolution of 3440x1440 pixels, offering a detailed image across its expansive screen. For competitive gaming, the MateView GT 34 provides a 165Hz refresh rate and a 4ms Moving Picture Response Time (MPRT), contributing to smoother motion and reduced ghosting compared to standard 60Hz displays. This higher refresh rate helps reduce input lag and improves the fluidity of on-screen movement, which can be a factor in fast-paced gaming genres. The display also supports AMD FreeSync Premium, which synchronizes the monitor's refresh rate with the GPU's frame rate to minimize screen tearing and stuttering during gameplay, providing a more consistent visual experience for users with compatible AMD graphics cards. While the monitor is not officially G-Sync Compatible certified, many users report adaptive sync functionality working with NVIDIA GPUs as well.

A distinctive feature of the MateView GT 34 is its integrated soundbar, located at the base of the monitor stand. This soundbar incorporates two 5W speakers and an RGB light strip, which can be customized to display various lighting effects. This integration offers a consolidated audio solution, potentially reducing desktop clutter by eliminating the need for external speakers. The soundbar also includes a touch-sensitive volume control. Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.0 ports, one DisplayPort 1.4, one USB-C port for data, video input, and 10W power delivery, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The monitor's stand offers tilt and height adjustments, allowing users to optimize viewing angles and ergonomic positioning. Huawei positions the MateView GT 34 as a comprehensive solution for gamers who prioritize both an expansive, high-refresh-rate display and convenient, built-in audio without requiring separate peripherals.

The 1500R curvature of the MateView GT 34 is considered a relatively aggressive curve for a 34-inch ultrawide display. This curvature is intended to wrap the image around the user, potentially enhancing immersion and making the edges of the screen feel more equidistant from the viewer's eyes. This can reduce the need for eye movement when scanning the entire width of the display, which some users find more comfortable for extended sessions. The VA panel technology typically offers high contrast ratios and deep blacks compared to IPS panels, which can benefit cinematic content and games with dark scenes. However, VA panels can sometimes exhibit narrower viewing angles and slower response times, leading to potential ghosting in very fast-moving content, though the 4ms MPRT rating on this model aims to mitigate this. The 165Hz refresh rate is a significant upgrade over standard 60Hz or 75Hz monitors, providing a noticeable increase in smoothness and responsiveness for gaming. This higher refresh rate is particularly beneficial in competitive titles where quick reactions are critical. The monitor's peak brightness is rated at 350 nits, which is adequate for most indoor viewing environments but may not be sufficient for bright HDR content where higher peak brightness levels are typically required for a significant impact.

Key features

• 34-inch UWQHD (3440x1440) Display: Provides a wide, detailed visual canvas with a 21:9 aspect ratio for enhanced peripheral vision in supported applications and games.
• 1500R Curvature: An aggressive curve designed to increase immersion and provide a more uniform viewing distance across the entire screen.
• 165Hz Refresh Rate: Delivers smoother motion and reduced input lag for gaming, contributing to a more responsive experience in fast-paced titles.
• 4ms MPRT Response Time: Aims to minimize ghosting and motion blur, ensuring clearer images during rapid on-screen movement.
• AMD FreeSync Premium Support: Synchronizes the display's refresh rate with compatible AMD GPUs to eliminate screen tearing and stuttering.
• Integrated Soundbar with RGB Lighting: A dual 5W speaker system built into the monitor stand, offering convenient audio output and customizable ambient lighting.
• Touch Volume Control: An intuitive touch panel on the soundbar for easy audio adjustment.
• High Contrast VA Panel: Offers deep blacks and a high contrast ratio (4000:1 typical), beneficial for content with dark scenes.
• Extensive Connectivity: Includes DisplayPort 1.4, two HDMI 2.0 ports, and a USB-C port for versatile connection to various devices, including 10W power delivery via USB-C.
• Ergonomic Stand: Provides tilt and height adjustment capabilities for comfortable viewing positions.

Pricing

As of May 8, 2026, the Huawei MateView GT 34 is typically available at the following price points:

Common integrations

• Gaming PCs (Windows/Linux): Connects via DisplayPort 1.4 or HDMI 2.0 to provide high-resolution, high-refresh-rate video output.
• Gaming Consoles (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S): Compatible via HDMI 2.0, supporting up to 1440p resolution at 120Hz on consoles that support this output mode.
• Laptops with USB-C: The USB-C port allows for a single-cable connection for video input, data transfer, and 10W power delivery to compatible laptops.
• External Audio Devices: The 3.5mm audio jack can be used to connect headphones or external speakers, bypassing the integrated soundbar if preferred.

Alternatives

• Dell S3422DWG: A 34-inch ultrawide VA panel monitor with a 144Hz refresh rate and FreeSync Premium, often cited for its strong contrast and value proposition, as noted in RTINGS' Dell S3422DWG review.
• LG 34GN850-B: An ultrawide IPS monitor offering a 144Hz (overclockable to 160Hz) refresh rate and faster response times, suitable for users prioritizing color accuracy and wider viewing angles.
• Samsung Odyssey G5 (C34G55T): Another 34-inch ultrawide VA panel with a more aggressive 1000R curvature and 165Hz refresh rate, known for its deep immersion.
• Gigabyte M34WQ: An ultrawide IPS panel with a 144Hz refresh rate, often praised for its KVM switch functionality and good color performance.

Getting started

Setting up the Huawei MateView GT 34 primarily involves physical assembly and connecting it to a display source. The monitor is designed for plug-and-play operation with modern operating systems.

Physical Setup:

1. Attach the stand base to the stand arm, then securely attach the assembled stand to the monitor panel.
2. Place the monitor on a stable surface, ensuring adequate ventilation around the display.

Connecting to a PC (Windows Example):

For optimal performance, use the DisplayPort 1.4 connection to achieve the full 3440x1440 resolution at 165Hz.

# Example steps for configuring display settings in Windows 10/11

1. Connect the DisplayPort cable from your PC's graphics card to the DisplayPort 1.4 input on the Huawei MateView GT 34.
2. Power on the monitor and your PC.
3. Right-click on your desktop and select "Display settings".
4. Scroll down to "Advanced display settings".
5. Select the Huawei MateView GT 34 from the "Choose display" dropdown.
6. Under "Refresh rate", select "165 Hz".
7. Verify the "Desktop resolution" is set to "3440 x 1440".
8. (Optional, for AMD GPUs) Enable FreeSync Premium:
   - Open AMD Radeon Software.
   - Navigate to the "Gaming" tab, then "Display".
   - Ensure "Radeon FreeSync" is set to "Enabled".

# Note: For NVIDIA GPUs, G-Sync compatibility may function via "G-Sync Compatible" settings in the NVIDIA Control Panel, though not officially certified.

Using the Integrated Soundbar:

1. Once connected, the monitor's soundbar should be detected as an audio output device by your PC.
2. In Windows, right-click the speaker icon in the taskbar and select "Sound settings" or "Open Sound settings".
3. Under "Output", select "MateView GT" or a similar entry as your output device.
4. Adjust the volume using the touch-sensitive strip on the soundbar or via your operating system's volume controls.
5. To change the RGB lighting effects, use the monitor's On-Screen Display (OSD) menu, typically accessed via a joystick or buttons on the monitor's rear.