If you prioritize a high-quality gaming and media experience, the Dell Alienware is excellent, especially for HDR content, with superior contrast and color performance. It's better suited for darker environments due to its glossy coating, which could reflect light. On the other hand, the LG monitor, while less expensive, offers good text clarity and is sufficient for general productivity and casual gaming. It won't match the Dell's performance in fast-paced games or high dynamic range video. If budget is not a major concern and you want top-tier gaming and cinematic experiences, the Dell is the go-to option; however, for everyday use with occasional gaming and media consumption, the LG provides a balanced, cost-effective solution. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for media consumption
Good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Advantages of the LG 34WQ75C (IPS)
Good text clarity
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
5.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
175Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
243 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
474 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.4 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
85.0 %
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.1/10
3.8/10
175Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1.4 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
5.0 ms
20 - 175 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
243 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) and LG 34WQ75C (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
9.5/10
5.9/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
243 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 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 34WQ75C (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$870
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) has a price of $870 and the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) costs $600.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Productivity
5.7/10
6.0/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
110 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Glossy
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG 34WQ75C (IPS) to be only fair for productivity, while the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) is poor.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) and LG 34WQ75C (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Dell Alienware AW3423DW (QD-OLED) and the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) 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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