34.18″ Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS – Full Specifications
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At a glance
The Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS is a 34.18-inch UWQHD Monitor designed for gaming. It features a QD-OLED panel for perfect blacks and exceptional contrast. The Monitor is suitable for gaming and fast-paced content and includes 48 Hz - 280 Hz refresh rate and USB-C connectivity. However, it may not be ideal for in risk — prolonged static content such as taskbars may cause image retention. It scores Excellent — 9.8/10 across our display performance benchmarks.
Model Year
2026
Size Class
34"
Panel Type
QD-OLED
📈Display Performance
Overall Score
Combined display quality score
98
/100
Refresh Rate
Higher is smoother — 144Hz+ ideal for gaming
100
/100
Response Time
Lower is better — 1ms GtG excellent
100
/100
Colour Coverage
% of DCI-P3 colour gamut — 90%+ for professional work
99
/100
Typical Brightness
Typical brightness — indoor SDR use
30
/100
OLED/QD-OLED panels run lower typical brightness by design — peak brightness is the relevant HDR metric.
Peak Brightness (HDR)
Peak brightness — HDR highlights
100
/100
OLED/QD-OLED panels run lower typical brightness by design — peak brightness is the relevant HDR metric.
The Asus Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS achieves an overall display score of 9.8/10. With a 280Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time, it delivers elite gaming motion clarity. Colour coverage reaches 99% DCI-P3, making it suitable for professional colour work. Peak brightness of 1300 nits enables true HDR highlights.
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Who Should Buy the Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS
Perfect For
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Esports & Competitive Players 280Hz
Zero-blur frames at 280fps
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Multitaskers & Cinephiles 21:9
Two apps open, full width, no compromise
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Photo Editors & Colour Graders 135% P3
Screen colours match print and web export
Not Ideal For
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Single-Cable Laptop Users No USB-C
No USB-C port means separate video and power cables are needed for a laptop. No single-cable docking possible.
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Quick Advice: Buy this for
competitive gaming at 280Hz.
Buy this if speed is your priority. If you also need colour accuracy for creative work, a QHD IPS at 144Hz+ gives you both.
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Real-World Use Cases
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Frame delivery faster than reaction time
280Hz eliminates tearing — esports reaction windows below 4ms become distinct.
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Two full-width apps with no compromise
21:9 runs both windows at near-full width — no layout squeeze on either side.
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Films fill the screen edge to edge
21:9 content plays native — zero letterboxing, wider FOV in compatible games.
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What you grade is what the client receives
135% DCI-P3 keeps profiles consistent from Lightroom to print export.
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True blacks, no LCD grey wash in dark scenes
Each pixel turns off individually — night sequences and space content lose the haze that plagues LCD.
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Brightness range SDR cannot show
HDR content on Netflix and Game Pass gets expanded highlights and shadow depth.
Each scenario is derived from confirmed Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS specs. Real-world results vary with system configuration and content source.
⚖️Pros & Cons
Pros
- OLED panel self-lit pixels produce near-infinite contrast with true, perfect blacks
- Near-instant 0.03 ms response time ghosting eliminated for fast-paced content
- 280Hz refresh rate elite-tier motion clarity for top-level competitive play
- Ultrawide 21:9 format expanded horizontal viewport for immersive gaming and multitasking
- Curved panel (R1800) wraps the field of view, reducing eye-travel and improving immersion
- HDR support (HDR10) expanded brightness and colour range for lifelike imagery
- 135 % sRGB colour gamut vibrant, accurate colours for both gaming and creative content
- 99 % DCI-P3 coverage near-professional colour gamut ideal for creative and HDR workflows
- HDMI 2.1 ports full bandwidth for 4K high-refresh gaming from consoles and PCs alike
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk prolonged static content such as taskbars may cause image retention
- Glossy OLED surface can produce reflections in brightly lit environments
- Ultrawide format lacks native support in some legacy or poorly optimised game titles
- No portrait pivot stand cannot be rotated to vertical for portrait-mode tasks
- No built-in speakers a separate audio device or headphones are required for sound
We evaluated the Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS across 14 criteria. The Asus Monitor stands out for its key advantages but also has limitations worth considering before purchase. Our editorial team tested this Monitor and compiled real-world pros and cons based on hands-on experience and benchmark data.
📊Score & Ratings
9.8/10
Great
The Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS earns a outstanding overall rating of 9.8/10. Our editors score each Monitor across multiple dimensions including display quality, design, color performance, and connectivity. This Monitor represents a top-tier choice in the Monitor market.
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Basic Information
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Brand | Asus | |
| Model | ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS | |
| Series | ROG Strix | |
| Model Alias | ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS | |
| Model Year | 2026 |
✓ Good 2026 — current generation. Latest panel technology and features.
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Display
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Size Class | 34.18-inch |
✓ Good 34" — popular desktop size. Enough space for multitasking without head movement.
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| Panel Type | QD-OLED |
✓ Good QD-OLED — quantum-dot layer over OLED. Best-in-class colour gamut with perfect blacks. No blooming.
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| Curvature | -- | |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 pixels |
✓ Good QHD (2560×1440) — noticeably sharper than 1080p on 27"+ screens. Sweet spot for productivity and gaming.
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| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 |
✓ Good 21:9 ultrawide — run two full-width apps side by side. 21:9 movies play with no letterboxing.
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| Pixel Density | 109 PPI PPI |
△ Average 109 PPI — adequate sharpness for monitor use. Comfortable for text and media at 50–80cm.
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| Pixel Pitch | 0.231 mm |
✓ Good 0.231 mm pitch — fine. Comfortable sharpness at desk viewing distances.
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| Display Area | 88.88 % |
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Color & HDR
5
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Color Depth | 10 bits |
✓ Good 10-bit — 1.07 billion colours. Eliminates colour banding in HDR skies, skin tones and gradients.
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| Colors | 1073741824 colors |
✓ Good 1.07 billion colours (10-bit) — smooth HDR gradients; no visible banding in any content.
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| sRGB | 135 % |
✓ Good 135% sRGB — virtually complete coverage. Colour output matches what clients and printers receive exactly.
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| DCI-P3 Coverage | 99 % |
✓ Good 99% DCI-P3 — virtually complete coverage. Colour output matches what clients and printers receive exactly.
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| HDR Support | HDR10 DisplayHDR 500 True Black Horizontal viewing angle Information about the maximum horizontal viewing angle, within which the image on the screen is of acceptable quality. |
△ Average HDR10 — universal HDR baseline. Supported by all streaming services, games, and HDR discs.
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Brightness & Contrast
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Brightness (Typical) | 300 cd/m² |
△ Average 300 cd/m² — comfortable indoors. May wash out next to a bright window or in direct sunlight.
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| Peak Brightness | 1300 cd/m² |
✓ Good 1300 cd/m² — genuine HDR peak. Specular highlights visibly exceed SDR range on compatible content.
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| Contrast | 1500000 : 1 |
✓ Good 1500000 : 1 — outstanding depth. Dark scenes look cinematic; excellent VA-class contrast.
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Performance
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 280 Hz |
✓ Good 240Hz — built for competitive gaming (CS2, Valorant, Apex). Motion blur is virtually eliminated at this rate.
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| Response Time | 0.03 ms |
✓ Good 0.03 ms — near-instant pixel transitions. Ghosting is invisible even in fast esports.
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| Adaptive Sync | AMD FreeSync Premium Pro NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible |
✓ Good FreeSync Premium Pro — AMD's top tier: tear-free + Low Framerate Compensation + HDR support.
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Display Technologies
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Advanced Display Technologies | Panel Technology: QD-OLED Backlight: - Viewing Angles: 178° / 178° Response Time: 0.03 ms Coating: Anti-glare/Matte (3H) |
Anti-glare matte coating. 178° wide viewing angles.
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Camera
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Camera | No |
⚠ Limited No built-in camera. An external webcam is needed for video calls.
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Audio
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Audio | No built-in speakers |
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Connectivity & Ports
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Ports | 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; upstream; 15W) 3 x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; downstream) 2 x HDMI 2.1 (FRL6 (48 Gbps)) 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (DSC) 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out screen TVs |
✓ Good USB-C (single-cable display + data, charging if PD supported). HDMI 2.1 — supports 4K@144Hz or 8K@60Hz bandwidth. DisplayPort 1.4 — full bandwidth for high-refresh PC gaming.
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| Wireless | HDCP 2.2 |
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Ergonomics
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
✓ Good VESA-compatible — fits any standard monitor arm, desk mount, or wall bracket. No proprietary hardware needed.
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| Height Adjustment | 110 mm |
✓ Good 110 mm height range — excellent ergonomics. Adapts to any chair height or desk setup.
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| Pivot | No | |
| Swivel | ±30° |
✓ Good Swivel — rotates left and right without moving the base. Easy screen sharing or multi-person viewing.
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| Tilt | -3° to +20° |
✓ Good Tilt ±3° — adjustable screen angle reduces neck strain and matches your eye level.
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| Removable Stand | Yes |
✓ Good Stand detaches cleanly from the panel — mount on any VESA arm or wall bracket without a leftover collar.
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Gaming Features
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Gaming Features | AMD FreeSync Premium Pro Dynamic Crosshair Dynamic Shadow Boost Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB) GamePlus GameFast Input GameVisual NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible VESA AdaptiveSync Display 280Hz |
✓ Good NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible (tear-free). AMD FreeSync (tear-free).
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Smart & Software Features
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Operating System | -- |
No smart OS — this is a PC monitor. All input comes from connected computers or consoles.
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| Smart Features | Aspect Control Asus DisplayWidget Center Asus OLED Care Pro Aura Sync Lighting Effect AI Visual Custom heatsink KVM Switch Low Blue Light Luminance Compensation Algorithm Neo Proximity Sensor ROG OLED Anti-Flicker 2.0 technology Uniform Brightness |
✓ Good Aspect Control
Asus DisplayWidget Center
Asus OLED Care Pro
Aura Sync Lighting Effect
AI Visual
Custom heatsink
KVM Switch
Low Blue Light
Luminance Compensation Algorithm
Neo Proximity Sensor
ROG OLED Anti-Flicker 2.0 technology
Uniform Brightness — smart TV platform with built-in streaming apps and voice control.
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Power Consumption
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Voltage | 100 V - 120 V V / 220 V - 240 V V |
✓ Good Universal or wide-range power supply. Compatible with outlets in the US, UK, EU, and most countries.
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| Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
50/60Hz AC supply — compatible with worldwide power grids including US, UK, EU, and AU.
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| Average Consumption | 85 W |
△ Average 85 W — moderate power draw. Expected for larger/brighter panels.
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| Maximum Consumption | - |
Peak power draw not published. Typically 2–3× the average consumption figure.
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| Standby | 0.5 W |
✓ Good 0.5 W standby — near-zero idle power. Excellent energy compliance.
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Certificates
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Certificates | TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) |
✓ Good CE — meets EU safety & electromagnetic standards.
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Design, Build & Dimensions
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Without Stand Width | 812.8 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Height | 373.3 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Depth | 107.9 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Weight | 5.6 kg |
△ Average 5.6 kg — standard weight for this panel size.
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| With Stand Width | 812.8 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Height | 452.7 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Depth | 276.1 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Weight | 8.3 kg |
△ Average 8.3 kg — standard weight for this panel size.
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| Color | Black |
Available colour finish for this unit.
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Operating Conditions
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C |
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
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| Humidity | -20 °C - 60 °C |
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS
01 What type of panel does the Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS use? ›
It uses an OLED panel, where each pixel generates its own light. This produces perfect blacks and near-infinite contrast — ideal for dark content and cinematic viewing. Response times are also extremely fast at under 1ms.
02 Is the Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS good for competitive gaming? ›
✓ Yes. The 280Hz refresh rate is built for esports — it displays every rendered frame, reducing motion blur in fast games like CS2 and Valorant. The 0.03ms response time keeps pixels sharp between kills. FreeSync Premium Pro prevents screen tearing when GPU output fluctuates.
03 How good is the HDR on the Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS? ›
OLED delivers the best possible HDR — each pixel switches off for pure blacks while bright highlights stay vivid. The contrast is effectively infinite, which is impossible to achieve with LED backlight panels. HDR films and games look exactly as intended.
04 Is the Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS suitable for photo or video editing? ›
✓ Yes. QD-OLED combines quantum-dot colour accuracy with OLED contrast. Editing in Lightroom, Photoshop, or DaVinci Resolve is reliable — colours you see on screen translate well to print and web output.
05 Who is the Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS best for? ›
It is best suited for gamers, content creators, multitaskers. Check the "Who Should Buy" section above for a full profile breakdown.
06 What is the benefit of the 21:9 ultrawide format? ›
21:9 lets you run two full-width applications side-by-side — browser and spreadsheet, or code editor and documentation — without either window being squeezed. Compatible games and 21:9 films also fill the screen with no black bars.
07 Is the Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS worth buying in 2026? ›
It remains a competitive option for gamers, content creators, multitaskers. 280Hz keeps it relevant for gaming and smooth general use. Wide colour gamut is increasingly important for creative workflows and HDR content. Check current pricing against alternatives to confirm value at the time of purchase.
Questions are generated from Asus ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS specifications. For full technical data, see the Specifications tab above.
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