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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're interested in a larger, more immersive display and slightly better HDR brightness, the Dell Alienware may suit you well for both gaming and productivity. However, it does come at a premium price. The LG offers a similar experience for less money, making it a better value if you're looking for strong performance in gaming and day-to-day tasks without the extra cost. Neither is ideal for true HDR gaming and media, but both cover most color gamuts sufficiently for digital photo editing, with the Dell having a slight edge. Consider these tradeoffs against your budget and specific needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS)
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Advantages of the LG 34GP83A (IPS)
- Very good response time
Key differences
Productivity
6.6
6.0
3840 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
111 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are both only fair for productivity, though the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) is somewhat better.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.0
5.9
3840 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
883:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
956:1
495 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
660 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
457 nits
95.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.2 %
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 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.5
4.5
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
10.8 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.1 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 160 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
495 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) and Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Media Consumption
6.2
5.9
3840 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
883:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
956:1
495 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
660 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
457 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) to be only fair for media consumption, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$749
$750
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) has a price of $749 and the LG 34GP83A (IPS) costs $750.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) and the LG 34GP83A (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Alienware AW3821DW (IPS) | LG 34GP83A (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$749 | $750 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 38" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 1600 | 3440 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 | 956:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 495 nits | 389 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 660 nits | 457 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 133 % | 102.8 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 10.8 ms | 6.1 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 144 Hz | 20 - 160 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 6.6/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7/10 | 8.1/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 111 PPI | 108 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7.2/10 | 7/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7.2/10 | 7/10 | |
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 34GP83A (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | October 2023
"The LG 34GP83A is an excellent monitor for the price! It offers flawless performance thanks to its rapid response time, low input lag, high refresh rate, and certified G-SYNC compatibility. Moreover, its Nano IPS panel ensures vibrant colors which along with the 3440×1440 ultrawide resolution makes for a stunning and immersive viewing experience."
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