Philips

Philips 346E2CUAE

The Philips 346E2CUAE lands as a entry-level ultrawide monitor, built around 34 in.

37/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
34 in100 HzVA1 msCurved3,000:1
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Why we rate it

  • Above-average usb-c
  • Scores 37/100
  • No kvm switch
  • No g-sync
Score profile

Where the Philips 346E2CUAE wins and loses

Scored against the ultrawide monitors class
DisplayPortsOverall404537
Display
40
Ports
45
Overall spec score
37
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Display

Size34 "
CurvatureCurved
Panel typeVA
Refresh rate100 Hz
Response time1 ms

HDR and contrast

Contrast ratio3

Ports

HDMI ports1
DisplayPort1
DisplayPort version1.2
USB-C1

Ergonomics

VESA mount100
Height adjust100 mm

Audio

Built-in speakersStereo
Speaker output5 W

More specs

Weight12.5 kg
Headphone jackYes
Head to head

Philips 346E2CUAE vs MSI Modern MD342CQP 34 Inch Ultrawide Monitor

Highlighted cell = better in that row
DisplayPortsOverall
Philips 346E2CUAEModern MD342CQP 34 Inch Ultrawide Monitor
 PhilipsPhilips 346E2CUAEThis pageMSIModern MD342CQP 34 Inch Ultrawide Monitor
Overall score37 /10052 /100Better
Size34 "34 "
Refresh100 Hz
Panel typeVAVA
CurvatureCurved1500
Response1 ms
Who it's for

Is the Philips 346E2CUAE right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable ultrawide monitor for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need kvm switch, in which case a higher-tier ultrawide monitor is the better call.

Home cinema viewer
Wants the best picture for films and gaming nights.
okay
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Philips 346E2CUAE worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 37/100 against other ultrawide monitors, a entry-level result where the class average is around 63.

What stands out on the Philips 346E2CUAE?

Its usb-c stands out, and more is better here, so a higher figure is the stronger pick.

How does it compare to the Dell S3425DW 34 Plus?

The Dell S3425DW 34 Plus scores 40/100 versus this one at 37/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.