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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize a wider, curved display for immersive gaming and better multitasking, the Dell Alienware with its large screen and ultrawide aspect ratio would be a better choice. However, if a sharp, high-resolution image and better contrast for everyday use are more important to you, consider the LG 32UN650, which offers a higher 4K resolution and cost savings. The Dell Alienware has a higher refresh rate and responsiveness, making it suitable for fast-paced games, but it's costlier. Conversely, the LG's superior contrast makes it better for watching videos and general use, and it's easier on the wallet. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS)
- Good brightness
- Good response time
Advantages of the LG 32UN650 (IPS)
- Very good for productivity
- Good for media consumption
- Very good contrast
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.0
6.6
3840 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
883:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3229:1
495 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
660 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
373 nits
95.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
78.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) and Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) are both only fair for casual gaming, though the LG 32UN650 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Competitive Gaming
4.5
3.8
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.8 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
11.8 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 165 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
495 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
The Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
6.6
8.4
3840 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
111 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
6.2
7.1
3840 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
883:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3229:1
495 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
660 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
373 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is good for media consumption, while the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$749
$500
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) has a price of $749 and the LG 32UN650 (IPS) costs $500.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 32UN650 (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and the LG 32UN650 (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) | LG 32UN650 (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$749 | $500 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 38" | 32" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 1600 | 3840 x 2160 | |
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 | 3229:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 495 nits | 298 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 660 nits | 373 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 133 % | 98.6 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 10.8 ms | 11.8 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 144 Hz | 20 - 165 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 6.6/10 | 5/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 111 PPI | 139 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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 | |
Shopping
Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS)
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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."
LG 32UN650 (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | February 2024
"The LG 32UN650 is a 32″ 4K IPS monitor with gorgeous colors and wide viewing angles. Additionally, it supports FreeSync, HDR and has a stylish design with a height-adjustable stand. Overall, it is an excellent monitor for casual PC and console gaming, light office work and content creation – and everything in between! However, there are better and cheaper alternatives available."
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