If you're focused on an immersive HDR gaming and media experience with vibrant colors and deep blacks, the Dell Alienware model excels, but it's not as well-suited for productivity tasks due to lower text clarity. Conversely, the LG offers a very high refresh rate for smoother gameplay which is great for competitive gaming, but falls short in color reproduction for HDR video editing and print photo editing, making it less ideal for those particular creative tasks. Both have wide screens and ultrawide resolutions that enhance gaming and multitasking, but the Dell has a glossy finish that might reflect more light compared to the LG's matte screen. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED)
Best in class for media consumption
Best in class color volume
Advantages of the LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED)
Very good refresh rate
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.1/10
6.3/10
175Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1.4 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
20 - 175 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
243 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
275 nits
The LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
9.5/10
7.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
243 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
275 nits
474 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$870
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) has a price of $870 and the LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) costs $1,300.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
9.7/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
175Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
243 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
275 nits
474 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.4 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.5 %
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) and Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Productivity
5.7/10
5.7/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
110 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) and LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) and LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) and LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) and LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) and the LG 34GS95QE (W-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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