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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're a competitive gamer who also does digital photo editing, the Acer XB323U-GX offers a very high refresh rate which is great for smooth gameplay, along with strong color accuracy useful for photo work. However, the Dell Alienware AW3423DW, with its OLED technology, provides superior contrast and color vibrancy which makes it excellent for HDR gaming and media consumption, giving you a more immersive experience. Bear in mind that the Alienware's refresh rate, though good, isn't as high as the Acer's, which could be a deciding factor if you prioritize competitive gaming performance. Additionally, the Alienware's ultrawide screen enhances immersion and productivity but may not be supported by all games. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS)
- Very good refresh rate
- Good brightness
Advantages of the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED)
- Best in class for casual gaming
- Best in class for media consumption
- Good image clarity
- Best in class contrast
- Best in class color volume
- Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9
9.5
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
243 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
474 nits
95.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.4 %
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
4.8
5.7
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) and Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) are both poor for productivity, though the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
5.4
9.5
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
243 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
474 nits
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$1,147
$870
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) has a price of $1,147 and the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) costs $870.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
5.3
5.1
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.4 ms
48 - 270 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 175 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
243 nits
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) | Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,147 | $870 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 32" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | OLED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | QD-OLED | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 16 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1000:1 | Inf:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 243 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 600 nits | 474 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | Yes | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 173.4 % | 100 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 8 ms | 1.4 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 48 - 270 Hz | 20 - 175 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 8.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.6/10 | 9.5/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 91 PPI | 110 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Glossy | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 6.1/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 6.1/10 | 7.1/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 1 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 1 | 0 | |
Shopping
Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED)
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | April 2022
"Alienware has brought the best display technology to the desktop with its AW3423DW. With infinite contrast and a huge color gamut, it boasts a stunning image with accurate color and no need for calibration. Gaming performance is superb with smooth motion processing and quick response. This monitor truly raises the bar."
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