Which is better for office work and spreadsheets?

The Samsung ViewFinity S6. Its 3440x1440 panel fits more windows and renders sharper text than the LG's lower-density 34-inch panel, and USB-C plus the USB hub cuts desk cable clutter.

Is the LG enough for gaming?

For casual games, yes. Both run 100 Hz on a VA panel with 5 ms response, but the Samsung adds AMD FreeSync, which smooths frame pacing on Radeon cards and consoles. Neither is a high-refresh esports panel.

Which has the better stand?

The Samsung. It is height-adjustable and TÜV-certified for eye comfort. The LG lists VESA 100x100 mounting but no height adjustment, so plan on a monitor arm if you need to raise it.

Do either have built-in speakers?

The LG does not. Samsung's description mentions built-in speakers, but its spec sheet lists none, so check the unit you receive and keep a headset or desk speakers handy. Both have a headphone out.

Is the Samsung worth stepping up to over the LG?

Yes for most desk setups. The resolution jump, USB-C docking, FreeSync and adjustable stand are real daily-use gains. Pick the LG only if you want a basic single-cable ultrawide and will mount it on an arm.

Neither maker publishes a lifespan figure, so judge by warranty and panel quality. Samsung's model carries a large owner rating base at 4.7 out of 5; the LG has no rating data here. Treat both as similar VA panels and check the warranty at the store.

LG UltraWide 34WR50QC vs Samsung ViewFinity S6 34" Curved Monitor

Buy the Samsung ViewFinity S6 if you want a sharper, better-connected work monitor: it adds 3440x1440 resolution, USB-C with power delivery, a USB hub, AMD FreeSync, a height-adjustable stand and picture-in-picture. The LG UltraWide 34WR50QC is the simpler pick: same 34-inch 21:9 VA panel at 100 Hz, but fewer ports and a fixed stand. Owners of the Samsung rate it well for text sharpness and desk flexibility; the LG is the no-frills ultrawide for a basic desk setup.

Choose the LG UltraWide 34WR50QC if you want a plain 34-inch curved ultrawide for one HDMI or DisplayPort source and do not need a USB hub or an adjustable stand.
Choose the Samsung ViewFinity S6 if you will connect a laptop over USB-C, want the sharper 3440x1440 panel, and need height adjustment and picture-in-picture for mixed work and play.

Prices

LG UltraWide 34WR50QC: $339.99 at Amazon (checked today)
Samsung ViewFinity S6 34" Curved Monitor: $250.00 at eBay (checked today)
Difference: the Samsung ViewFinity S6 34" Curved Monitor is $89.99 cheaper than the LG UltraWide 34WR50QC today

	LG UltraWide 34WR50QC	Samsung ViewFinity S6 34" Curved Monitor
Resolution	Not listed as UWQHD; the 21:9 34-inch panel is the lower-density option	3440x1440 UWQHD, noticeably sharper text and more usable desktop space
USB-C and hub	USB-C connector listed, no USB downstream ports	USB-C with data and charging plus 2 downstream USB ports, works as a laptop dock
Ergonomics	VESA 100x100 mount, no pivot; stand height adjustment not listed	Height-adjustable stand, TÜV-certified low blue light, VESA compatible
Adaptive sync	100 Hz, no FreeSync listed	100 Hz with AMD FreeSync
Brightness and color	300 cd/m², 8-bit color	350 cd/m² typical, 10-bit panel covering 1.07 billion colors, HDR10
Multitasking features	Standard single-source display	Picture-in-Picture, Picture-by-Picture and KVM switch
Panel and refresh	34-inch VA, 21:9, 100 Hz, 5 ms	34-inch VA, 21:9, 100 Hz, 5 ms
Audio	Headphone out, no built-in speakers	Headphone out; description mentions built-in speakers but the spec sheet lists none

Spec	LG UltraWide 34WR50QC	Samsung ViewFinity S6 34" Curved Monitor
Display Type	LCD	LED
Connector Type	HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C	HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C
Panel Type	VA	VA
Maximum Refresh Rate	100 Hz	100 Hz
Response Time	5 milliseconds	5 ms
Memory Card Reader	No	No
VGA Ports	No	No
Color	Black	Warm White
Screen Size (")	34.0	34.0
Aspect Ratio	21:9	21:9
VGA	No	No
DVI	No	No

Spec	LG UltraWide 34WR50QC	Samsung ViewFinity S6 34" Curved Monitor
TCO Certification	No	No
EPEAT Rating	No	No
DVI Ports	No	No
HDMI	Yes	Yes
Resolution	3440x1440 (UltraWide), 2560x1440	3440 x 1440 pixels
Curved	Yes	—
Size	34 in	—
Weight	11 lb weight	—
Brightness	300 cd/m²	—
Pivot‎ 90°‎	No	—

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