If you're looking for impressive color and contrast for HDR gaming and media consumption, both the Dell Alienware AW3225QF and Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 will satisfy, with OLED technology offering deep blacks and vibrant colors. The Dell's traditional aspect ratio and higher resolution may be better for productivity and digital photo editing, providing more screen real estate and sharper images. However, the Samsung's ultra-wide screen and greater width will immerse you in gaming and movies, though it may be less suited for tasks that involve managing multiple windows side-by-side. Both offer smooth gaming with low response times and high refresh rates; the Samsung, with its wider screen, offers a more enveloping experience, while the Dell provides a more standard viewing experience that some users might prefer for day-to-day use. If you're into competitive gaming, both will perform well, but the broad field of view of the Samsung might give you an edge. The Samsung is also the only one suitable for HDR video editing, which could be crucial if that's a significant part of your workflow. Choose the Dell if you value a high-resolution, standard aspect ratio for a variety of tasks. Opt for the Samsung if an ultra-wide, immersive experience is your priority, especially for gaming and movies. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware AW3225QF (QD-OLED)
Good for productivity
Best in class for media consumption
Good image clarity
Advantages of the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED)
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) has no clear advantages over the Dell Alienware AW3225QF (QD-OLED).
Key differences
Productivity
7.0/10
5.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
140 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
107 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Glossy
COATING
Glossy
The Dell Alienware AW3225QF (QD-OLED) is good for productivity, while the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is poor.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Dell Alienware AW3225QF (QD-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.7/10
9.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
244 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
236 nits
448 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
465 nits
98.8 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.5 %
Glossy
COATING
Glossy
The Dell Alienware AW3225QF (QD-OLED) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Competitive Gaming
6.0/10
5.6/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
0.4 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.0 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
244 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
236 nits
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Alienware AW3225QF (QD-OLED) to be only fair for competitive gaming, while the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
9.7/10
9.2/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
244 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
236 nits
448 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
465 nits
Glossy
COATING
Glossy
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Alienware AW3225QF (QD-OLED) to be best in class for media consumption, while the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is excellent.
Cost
$1,200
$1,200
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Dell Alienware AW3225QF (QD-OLED) has a price of $1,200 and the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) costs $1,200.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Dell Alienware AW3225QF (QD-OLED) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Dell Alienware AW3225QF (QD-OLED) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3225QF (QD-OLED) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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