For an immersive gaming and media experience, the Dell Alienware with its larger screen and ultrawide format excels, offering deeper blacks and vibrant colors. However, it may not be as suited for productivity due to its shape and size. The LG has a more traditional aspect ratio and is less expensive, making it versatile for both gaming and general use. If high-frame-rate competitive gaming is a priority, the LG has a higher refresh rate, but if the goal is the best visual quality and a wider screen, the Dell is a stronger choice despite its higher price. Both monitors offer similar color accuracy, but the Dell's curve might give you an extra edge in immersion. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware AW3423DWF (QD-OLED)
Excellent for media consumption
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Advantages of the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED)
Very good for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.0/10
8.3/10
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1.4 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
3.1 ms
20 - 165 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
240 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
196 nits
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Dell Alienware AW3423DWF (QD-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
9.4/10
7.5/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
240 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
196 nits
459 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
656 nits
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Dell Alienware AW3423DWF (QD-OLED) is excellent for media consumption, while the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$900
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Alienware AW3423DWF (QD-OLED) has a price of $900 and the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) costs $1,000.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
9.5/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
240 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
196 nits
459 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
656 nits
99.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
72.5 %
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Dell Alienware AW3423DWF (QD-OLED) and LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Productivity
5.7/10
5.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
110 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
111 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and Dell Alienware AW3423DWF (QD-OLED) are both poor for productivity.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Dell Alienware AW3423DWF (QD-OLED) and LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Dell Alienware AW3423DWF (QD-OLED) and LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3423DWF (QD-OLED) and LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3423DWF (QD-OLED) and LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Dell Alienware AW3423DWF (QD-OLED) and the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
"It may seem like a minor tweak, but the addition of a glossy anti-glare coating makes all the difference. It really lets the OLED panel rip. That this revised "F" model is also cheaper than the OG Alienware OLED and the similarly glossy Philips competition seals the deal. This is our new favourite among the OLED monitor massive."
"The LG 27GR95QE-B is a stellar display that makes 1440p again the PC gaming sweet spot due to its high 240Hz refresh rate and fantastic latency. However, its low overall brightness and lack of onboard settings keep it from being great."
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