If you're on a tight budget and need a monitor mainly for productivity or casual gaming, the AOC 24G2SPU offers a good experience at a budget price. Its smaller screen and lower resolution are fine for everyday use and its high refresh rate is decent for gaming. However, if you're willing to invest in a premium experience and are interested in immersive gaming, enhanced media consumption, or color-critical work like digital photo editing, the Dell Alienware AW3423DW would be a superior choice. Its OLED technology delivers unbeatable contrast and color depth, plus it has a higher resolution and ultrawide screen which are great for multitasking and a more engaging viewing experience. Keep in mind, the cost is significantly higher, but it's a top performer for gaming and media. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AOC 24G2SPU (IPS)
The AOC 24G2SPU (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED).
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
5.8/10
9.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
243 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
474 nits
89.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.4 %
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the AOC 24G2SPU (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.8/10
5.1/10
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
4.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.4 ms
48 - 165 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 175 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
243 nits
The AOC 24G2SPU (IPS) and Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the AOC 24G2SPU (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
4.9/10
5.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
92 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) and AOC 24G2SPU (IPS) are both poor for productivity, though the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
5.4/10
9.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
243 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
474 nits
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the AOC 24G2SPU (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$140
$870
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The AOC 24G2SPU (IPS) has a price of $140 and the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) costs $870.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The AOC 24G2SPU (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.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the AOC 24G2SPU (IPS) and Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the AOC 24G2SPU (IPS) and Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the AOC 24G2SPU (IPS) and Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the AOC 24G2SPU (IPS) and the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) compare to other monitors
"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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