If you're a competitive gamer looking for performance at a friendlier price point, the AOC AG276QZD with its high refresh rate and rapid response time will serve you well; however, its smaller size and lower resolution could limit your immersion in games and movies. On the other hand, the Dell Alienware AW3423DW offers a wider, curved display which enhances gaming and movie experiences, and while it's excellent for immersive HDR content, the higher cost might not align with every budget. Both monitors excel in color accuracy, making them suitable for digital photo editing as well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED)
Best in class for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Advantages of the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED)
Best in class for media consumption
Good image clarity
Best in class color volume
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
9.6/10
5.1/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
0.3 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.4 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 175 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
284 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
243 nits
The AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.8/10
9.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
284 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
243 nits
379 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
474 nits
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$700
$870
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) has a price of $700 and the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) costs $870.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.7/10
9.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
284 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
243 nits
379 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
474 nits
96.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.4 %
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) and Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Productivity
5.7/10
5.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) and AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) and Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) and Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) and Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) and Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the AOC AG276QZD (W-OLED) 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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