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Updated April 11, 2024·
If high-quality image and video editing matter to you, the Dell Alienware with its wider color coverage would be beneficial, despite its higher cost. For those prioritizing competitive gaming, the LG's higher refresh rate and response time provide smoother visuals, offering better value at a lower price. The Dell's larger screen and higher resolution are better for an immersive productivity and media experience, but if you're looking to save money and still enjoy casual gaming and everyday use, the LG is a solid, more affordable choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS)
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Advantages of the LG 32GP850 (IPS)
- Good refresh rate
- Very good response time
Key differences
Productivity
6.6
5.0
3840 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
111 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.2
5.5
3840 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
883:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1037:1
495 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
412 nits
660 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
430 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$749
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) has a price of $749 and the LG 32GP850 (IPS) costs $600.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.0
5.8
3840 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
883:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1037:1
495 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
412 nits
660 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
430 nits
95.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.5
4.8
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
10.8 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.2 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 180 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
495 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
412 nits
The LG 32GP850 (IPS) and Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and the LG 32GP850 (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) | LG 32GP850 (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$749 | $600 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 38" | 32" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 1600 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 32 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 883:1 | 1037:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 495 nits | 412 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 660 nits | 430 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 133 % | 100 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 10.8 ms | 6.2 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 144 Hz | 20 - 180 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 6.6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 111 PPI | 93 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7.2/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7.2/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 1 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | April 2021
"The Alienware AW3821DW isn’t perfect, but right now, it’s the best value in 38-inch ultrawide gaming monitors. It delivers a solid gaming experience with a bright and saturated image that’s color-accurate. With premium styling and build quality, it’s sure to satisfy gamers looking for a jumbo display."
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