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Alienware AW3423DW Curved Gaming Monitor- 34.18-inch Quantum Dot-OLED (3440x1440) True 0.1ms gray-to-gray 175Hz Display, 21:9 Aspect Ratio, 1800R Curvature, HDR 400, NVIDIA G-Sync Ultimate-Lunar Light

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34.0" OLED 175Hz
AW3423DW
Brand Alienware
Screen size 34 Inches
Resolution QHD Ultra Wide 1440p
Aspect ratio 21:9
Screen surface description Desk Mount

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  • IMPECCABLE DESIGN: The Legend 2.0 ID boasts a sleek QD-OLED curved 1800R panel, customizable stadium loop OLED AlienFX lighting, 360° ventilation, improved cable management, and a centralized OSD joystick for easy settings adjustment.
  • STUTTER-FREE SPEED: Experience ultra-low latency gameplay, HDR, cinematic color, and smooth gaming with NVIDIA G-SYNC ULTIMATE certification, industry-fast 0.1 ms GtG response time, and 175 Hz high refresh rate.
  • IMMERSE IN INGINITE COLOR: Quantum Dot Display Technology enables a slim panel design and delivers a superior color performance with a higher peak luminance and greater color gamut range vs WOLED (White OLED).
  • CRITICIAL CREATIVITY: Creator Mode offers precise color-critical work for content creators and gamers, allowing choice between native DCI-P3 and sRGB color spaces, and adjusting gamma settings.
  • Comfort Viewing: This gaming monitor offers height adjustment, anti-glare screen, swivel and tilt adjustments, and a curved display for personalized viewing and engaging pictures, ensuring immersive experiences.

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display size
34 inches
34 inches
34 inches
31.5 inches
34 inches
34 inches
resolution
QHD Ultra Wide 1440p
QHD Ultra Wide 1440p
QHD Ultra Wide 1440p
QHD 1440p
QHD Ultra Wide 1440p
QHD Ultra Wide 1440p
display technology
Quantom Dot OLED
oled
LCD
LCD
LCD
hardware interface
hdmi, displayport, usb3.2 gen 1, headphone
hdmi
bluetooth, usb c, micro hdmi, mini displayport
displayport
usb3.0, usb, hdmi, usb c, displayport
hdmi, displayport, headphone
viewing angle
178 degrees
178 degrees
178 degrees
mounting type
Desk Mount
Wall Mount
Wall Mount
Wall Mount
Wall Mount
Desk Mount
HDMI ports
2
2
2
2
2
2
number of USB ports
5
2
2
1
weight
21.8 pounds
16.5 pounds
5.9 kilograms
20.28 pounds
16.9 pounds
model name
Alienware AW3423DW 34.18-inch Quantom Dot-OLED Curved Gaming Monitor
MAG301CR2
2023 model
UltraGear
XG349C
UltraWide
refresh rate
175
144
175
165
180
160

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Infinitely immersive

Quantum Dot Display Technology enables a slim panel design and delivers a superior color performance with a higher peak luminance and greater color gamut range vs WOLED (White OLED). The monitor features an extensive cinema-grade color coverage of 99.3% DCI-P3 across a wide viewing angle, and colors are accurate out of the box with a factory calibration of Delta E less than 2.

Combined with 1000 nits peak brightness, infinite contrast ratio and VESA Display HDR True Black 400 certification, you can expect incredibly realistic visuals for unforgettably immersive gaming experiences.

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For critical creating

For content creators and game developers who require precise color-critical work, the Creator Mode feature was designed for you. This OSD menu allows you the flexibility to choose between the native (DCI-P3) and the sRGB color space, depending on your work needs, and the ability to adjust the gamma settings.

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Quality guaranteed

The Alienware 34 Curved QD-OLED Gaming Monitor is engineered to avoid burn-in caused by items appearing onscreen for long periods of time. Additionally, you'll receive a 3-year service coverage, further protecting you from OLED burn-in and ensuring peace-of-mind qualit. And with Comfort View Plus, you can game longer, thanks to an always on, built-in low-blue light screen technology that reduces blue light emissions without impacting color accuracy.

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Ports and Slots

1. Power Connector | 2. Security-lock slot | 3. Downlight | 4. OSD Joystick | 5. SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) Type-A downstream port with Power Charging | 6. Headphone port | 7. SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) Type-A downstream port | 8. SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) Type-B upstream | 9. SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) Type-A downstream port | 10. SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) Type-A downstream port | 11. HDMI port (HDMI 1) | 12. HDMI port (HDMI 2) | 13. DisplayPort | 14. Line-out port

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With the Alienware AW3423DW 34.18-inch Quantum Dot-OLED Curved Gaming Monitor, you can immerse yourself in the ultimate gaming experience. With its impressive 3440x1440 pixel resolution and a lightning-fast 175Hz refresh rate, every detail comes to life with stunning clarity. The 1800R curvature wraps around your field of view, pulling you deeper into the action. With a true 0.1ms gray-to-gray response time, motion blur is virtually eliminated, ensuring smooth and precise visuals. The 1Million:1 contrast ratio delivers rich blacks and vibrant colors, enhanced by the support for 1.07 billion colors. The Lunar Light design adds a touch of style to your gaming setup. With a brightness of 250 cd/m2 (typical) and a peak brightness of 1000 cd/m2, the monitor delivers vibrant visuals even in bright environments. Plus, with a maximum power consumption of 200 watts, it provides efficient performance for long gaming sessions. Get ready to take your gaming to new heights with the Alienware AW3423DW.

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4.4 out of 5 stars
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A Gaming Visual Feast - Alienware AW2724DM Delivers Excellence!
The Alienware AW2724DM Gaming Monitor is an absolute powerhouse in the world of gaming displays. From its stunning visuals to its blazing-fast performance, this monitor ticks all the boxes for a gaming enthusiast.First and foremost, the 27-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) display is a visual delight. The colors are vibrant and accurate, with 100% sRGB coverage, making games look stunningly lifelike. The VESA DisplayHDR 600 support enhances the contrast and brightness, delivering immersive gaming experiences with deep blacks and brilliant highlights.The standout feature here is the 180Hz refresh rate, which can be overclocked to achieve a remarkable 1ms response time. Gaming on this monitor feels buttery-smooth, and there's no hint of ghosting or motion blur. Whether you're playing fast-paced shooters or exploring expansive RPG worlds, the Alienware AW2724DM keeps up with the action flawlessly. Just keep in mind you need to use a DisplayPort for that native 165hz, as you only get 144hz with an HDMI.What's more, it's not just about the raw performance; this monitor is also packed with features. It's AMD FreeSync Premium Pro certified and NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, ensuring tear-free gaming no matter your GPU preference. The customizable AlienFX lighting adds a cool aesthetic touch to your gaming setup, allowing you to sync the lighting effects with your other Alienware peripherals.The build quality is top-notch, with a sleek black design and ergonomic adjustability, so you can find the perfect viewing angle. The on-screen display menu is intuitive and easy to navigate, making it simple to fine-tune your monitor settings.In conclusion, the Alienware AW2724DM Gaming Monitor is a game-changer for any serious gamer. With its outstanding display quality, lightning-fast refresh rate, and compatibility with both AMD and NVIDIA graphics cards, it's hard to find a better gaming monitor on the market. While it's an investment, the visual feast it offers is worth every penny for those who demand the best in their gaming setup. Highly recommended!
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Reviewed in Canada on July 8, 2024
Size: 27.0" QHD 180HzStyle: AW2724DMVerified Purchase
If you can get this monitor on sale like I did at 379.99$ CAD this monitor is totally worth it.
The monitor is top quality and sturdy. Height, tilt and swivel adjustments are very nicely done and
not as flimsy as on my older Samsung monitor. Screen colours are vibrant and refresh rate is great for gaming. I use the monitor as my main one in a two 27 inch setup, and use it for coding, gaming, office work and more. It is a well rounded monitor that does well in all areas, not just gaming.

Some reviews mention that the text does not appear as clearly on screen but this has not been my experience at all.

I'd whole heartedly recommend this monitor to anyone looking for an excellent 1440p display for gaming and all around use such as office work and programming.
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Reviewed in Canada on January 7, 2024
Size: 27.0" QHD 180HzStyle: AW2724DMVerified Purchase
The Alienware AW2724DM Gaming Monitor is an absolute powerhouse in the world of gaming displays. From its stunning visuals to its blazing-fast performance, this monitor ticks all the boxes for a gaming enthusiast.

First and foremost, the 27-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) display is a visual delight. The colors are vibrant and accurate, with 100% sRGB coverage, making games look stunningly lifelike. The VESA DisplayHDR 600 support enhances the contrast and brightness, delivering immersive gaming experiences with deep blacks and brilliant highlights.

The standout feature here is the 180Hz refresh rate, which can be overclocked to achieve a remarkable 1ms response time. Gaming on this monitor feels buttery-smooth, and there's no hint of ghosting or motion blur. Whether you're playing fast-paced shooters or exploring expansive RPG worlds, the Alienware AW2724DM keeps up with the action flawlessly. Just keep in mind you need to use a DisplayPort for that native 165hz, as you only get 144hz with an HDMI.

What's more, it's not just about the raw performance; this monitor is also packed with features. It's AMD FreeSync Premium Pro certified and NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, ensuring tear-free gaming no matter your GPU preference. The customizable AlienFX lighting adds a cool aesthetic touch to your gaming setup, allowing you to sync the lighting effects with your other Alienware peripherals.

The build quality is top-notch, with a sleek black design and ergonomic adjustability, so you can find the perfect viewing angle. The on-screen display menu is intuitive and easy to navigate, making it simple to fine-tune your monitor settings.

In conclusion, the Alienware AW2724DM Gaming Monitor is a game-changer for any serious gamer. With its outstanding display quality, lightning-fast refresh rate, and compatibility with both AMD and NVIDIA graphics cards, it's hard to find a better gaming monitor on the market. While it's an investment, the visual feast it offers is worth every penny for those who demand the best in their gaming setup. Highly recommended!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Gaming Visual Feast - Alienware AW2724DM Delivers Excellence!
Reviewed in Canada on January 7, 2024
The Alienware AW2724DM Gaming Monitor is an absolute powerhouse in the world of gaming displays. From its stunning visuals to its blazing-fast performance, this monitor ticks all the boxes for a gaming enthusiast.

First and foremost, the 27-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) display is a visual delight. The colors are vibrant and accurate, with 100% sRGB coverage, making games look stunningly lifelike. The VESA DisplayHDR 600 support enhances the contrast and brightness, delivering immersive gaming experiences with deep blacks and brilliant highlights.

The standout feature here is the 180Hz refresh rate, which can be overclocked to achieve a remarkable 1ms response time. Gaming on this monitor feels buttery-smooth, and there's no hint of ghosting or motion blur. Whether you're playing fast-paced shooters or exploring expansive RPG worlds, the Alienware AW2724DM keeps up with the action flawlessly. Just keep in mind you need to use a DisplayPort for that native 165hz, as you only get 144hz with an HDMI.

What's more, it's not just about the raw performance; this monitor is also packed with features. It's AMD FreeSync Premium Pro certified and NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, ensuring tear-free gaming no matter your GPU preference. The customizable AlienFX lighting adds a cool aesthetic touch to your gaming setup, allowing you to sync the lighting effects with your other Alienware peripherals.

The build quality is top-notch, with a sleek black design and ergonomic adjustability, so you can find the perfect viewing angle. The on-screen display menu is intuitive and easy to navigate, making it simple to fine-tune your monitor settings.

In conclusion, the Alienware AW2724DM Gaming Monitor is a game-changer for any serious gamer. With its outstanding display quality, lightning-fast refresh rate, and compatibility with both AMD and NVIDIA graphics cards, it's hard to find a better gaming monitor on the market. While it's an investment, the visual feast it offers is worth every penny for those who demand the best in their gaming setup. Highly recommended!
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Reviewed in Canada on March 29, 2024
Size: 27.0" QHD 180HzStyle: AW2724DMVerified Purchase
I did a ton of research and ended up with this for $399 on Amazon. Couldn't be happier. Boxed well. Beautiful, heavy, well made monitor. Have barely fiddled with the settings but the depth of color is insane. Super clear and bright. Blacks are perfect. Was looking at Benq and Asus as well. Height adjustment and tilt is great. Easy to use adjustment settings. 27" is big enough in my world. Some gaming and desktop usage.
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Reviewed in Canada on July 1, 2024
Size: 27.0" QHD 180HzStyle: AW2724DMVerified Purchase
Nice and bright with vivid colors. Stand is great and monitor looks clean. No issues.
Reviewed in Canada on May 27, 2024
Size: 34.0" OLED 175HzStyle: AW3423DWVerified Purchase
Had to revise my review after noticing hundreds of micro scratches around the edges of the screen and the subsequent unacceptable solution which was to return it and wait until it was received so I could wait some more to get my money back. Then I could buy it all over again but the price I purchased it at would not be honoured. I would have to pay the non-sale price. Not feeling the love.
I waited two years for this monitor to come down in price and it was delivered damaged. This is not my fault. I even offered to keep it with maybe a discount. No go.
I called Dell and after some photos were exchanged and I followed instructions to try and clean the glass with isopropyl and a micro-fibre cloth to no avail, I was told that a new screen would be sent.
I would also not have to wait until they received the scratched one back but I just had to put the damaged one in the box the new one is coming in and use the prepaid return label that will be supplied. All at no cost to me.
Now THAT is customer service.
Apparently this is an older model that had no screen protector just tape and bubble wrap which left a ton of scratches. Or it was returned already. Guess that's why the sale price....
Not recommended unless you go directly to the manufacturer.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Arrived damaged and response was not acceptable.
Reviewed in Canada on May 27, 2024
Had to revise my review after noticing hundreds of micro scratches around the edges of the screen and the subsequent unacceptable solution which was to return it and wait until it was received so I could wait some more to get my money back. Then I could buy it all over again but the price I purchased it at would not be honoured. I would have to pay the non-sale price. Not feeling the love.
I waited two years for this monitor to come down in price and it was delivered damaged. This is not my fault. I even offered to keep it with maybe a discount. No go.
I called Dell and after some photos were exchanged and I followed instructions to try and clean the glass with isopropyl and a micro-fibre cloth to no avail, I was told that a new screen would be sent.
I would also not have to wait until they received the scratched one back but I just had to put the damaged one in the box the new one is coming in and use the prepaid return label that will be supplied. All at no cost to me.
Now THAT is customer service.
Apparently this is an older model that had no screen protector just tape and bubble wrap which left a ton of scratches. Or it was returned already. Guess that's why the sale price....
Not recommended unless you go directly to the manufacturer.
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Reviewed in Canada on August 20, 2024
Size: 26.7Style: AW2725DFVerified Purchase
This monitor is simply amazing. Two things to beware tho:

1. The screen looks purple under bright lighting.
2. You need a display port (I use type-c to display 1.4) to reach the 360 hz.
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Reviewed in Canada on December 15, 2023
Size: 27.0" QHD 180HzStyle: AW2724DMVerified Purchase
I bought this monitor a week ago and I am impressed and satisfied of it.

The stand quality is really really good, and I felt it is a premium stand.

The colors are accurate and it’s beautiful.

Personally, I enjoyed the HDR 600. Not the best HDR but it’s more than enough for me!

The leds behind the monitor aren’t very bright so I bought myself leds.

180Hz is very smooth. I used to have a 60Hz monitor so it’s definitely an upgrade for me.

If you have money to spend for a new monitor, I recommend this monitor!
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Magali garcia
5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinada
Reviewed in Mexico on September 6, 2024
Size: 24.5" FHD 360HzStyle: AW2523HFVerified Purchase
Me en canto
Christopher Munguia Hernández
5.0 out of 5 stars Increíble monitor calidad/precio.
Reviewed in Mexico on March 20, 2024
Size: 34.0" OLED 175HzStyle: AW3423DWVerified Purchase
La verdad es que dados los precios alzados de la gran mayoría de los monitores OLED ultrawide, éste es probablemente el mejor. Muchos se quejan del ruido del ventilador, yo no oigo nada. Muchos se quejan del probable problema con los píxeles pero, tienes tres años de garantía con DELL, así que no se preocupen. Lo único que no me ha gustado, es que cada 4 horas debo interrumpír (no es obligatorio pero si recomendable) lo que estás haciendo, para poder actualizar los píxeles. Y la otra, es que el PS5 se ve con la pantalla recortada, es decir, no te da la resolución ultrawide. :/
Kurtis M
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely incredible.
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2022
Size: 34.0" OLED 175HzStyle: AW3423DWVerified Purchase
Just not really any other way to put it. From the overall design of the monitor itself, to the picture quality, to the built in safety features to prevent any damage to the panel, this display is just killer.

[Some gripes I have]

Firstly the packaging it came in, though good, needs serious improvement. Primarily the wrapping it comes in leaves bubble wrap stains on the display which looks abysmal and though some reports claim they were never able to get these markings off their panels, mine came off with just a bit of screen cleaner and a good wipe.

I also dislike that there's no ability to personally upgrade the firmware. This results in having to buy an entirely new panel if a better firmware becomes available and that's a bit asinine with how expensive this display is.

The blacks aren't super good if you're in a bright room due to problems with ambient lighting, which could take away from the enjoyment you get from the display, so it's, in my opinion anyways, most enjoyable in a darker room which is primarily where Im using it.

No HDMI 2.1 which is extremely disappointing as this hurts the ability to use this monitor in its full capacity on a gaming console. That doesn't affect me however because I have an LG 55 inch oled for just such the occasion and primarily pc game. Fortunately for me.

The ultra wide aspect of this display has been.. an adjustment period as well. Although overall the quality of this is, as aforementioned, incredible, it's worth pointing out that it takes a lot of adjusting if you're coming from your typical 16:9 displays and you'll see this primarily in things like watching YouTube videos, movies, and in some video games. You especially notice the difference in one of my worst examples, the game Hell Let Loose. I absolutely cannot play it in 21:9 whatsoever. Just cannot. It's so stretched out and hideous looking that it almost made me nauseous. And that sucks primarily because that's one of my favorite games, and 16:9 leaves black bars on the sides of the game which isn't a huge deal but I digress. So expect not all your games to look ideal to you when getting this and potentially having to compromise.

[Praise and tips]

Frankly I just don't have anything short of absolute praise for this display. I've found the best experience to be sitting back a few feet from my desk with a controller, or my wireless mouse and keyboard upon my lap-table. I personally use HDR 400 true black over the HDR 1000 option because it truly, in my opinion of course, looks insanely better, darker, significant and more atmospheric this was especially true in the modern warfare 2 campaign.

Overall I'm greatly enjoying this display, I hope it lasts me a very long time as I baby it about as much as someone could possibly recommend babying an OLED. I personally use brave browser with the darkreader extension, use windows dark theme, a Screensaver after 2 minutes of not being at my desk, I hide my Taskbar, and I make sure that in any games there's no static red anywhere. I absolutely love that after four hours of use on this panel, when shut off it'll do an automatic pixel refresh. Now that doesn't mean this panel is susceptible to any burn-in whatsoever, it is an oled panel after all..but with a lot of TLC and awareness of what you have on your display, the likeliness of it burning in is about as likely as a meteor striking your house and even if SOMEHOW you do everything I recommend and it still burns in, well Dell has your back with a three year warranty. Just make sure you register it on their website when you get the display. However, and I cannot stress this enough whatsoever, this display, much like any oled display, is probably not the ideal choice if you're somebody who works from home and sits infront of their computer for an asinine amount of time. This is pretty much ideal for gamers who game for long periods of time where stuff is happening on the screen constantly.

Again though, Im loving this display, it has been nothing short of a game changer for me and leaves me excited for the future of oled monitors. I'm in no rush to upgrade my pc to a 4090 an 13900k to game in 4k 120fps, and as an owner of both a 4k oled and now this, there really isn't that HARDCORE of a noticeable difference imo and this is perfect for my current pc specs. Couldn't be happier, couldn't rate this higher, trust me you're going to want this badboy when it comes back and isn't being scalped for 1600.
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Kurtis M
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely incredible.
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2022
Just not really any other way to put it. From the overall design of the monitor itself, to the picture quality, to the built in safety features to prevent any damage to the panel, this display is just killer.

[Some gripes I have]

Firstly the packaging it came in, though good, needs serious improvement. Primarily the wrapping it comes in leaves bubble wrap stains on the display which looks abysmal and though some reports claim they were never able to get these markings off their panels, mine came off with just a bit of screen cleaner and a good wipe.

I also dislike that there's no ability to personally upgrade the firmware. This results in having to buy an entirely new panel if a better firmware becomes available and that's a bit asinine with how expensive this display is.

The blacks aren't super good if you're in a bright room due to problems with ambient lighting, which could take away from the enjoyment you get from the display, so it's, in my opinion anyways, most enjoyable in a darker room which is primarily where Im using it.

No HDMI 2.1 which is extremely disappointing as this hurts the ability to use this monitor in its full capacity on a gaming console. That doesn't affect me however because I have an LG 55 inch oled for just such the occasion and primarily pc game. Fortunately for me.

The ultra wide aspect of this display has been.. an adjustment period as well. Although overall the quality of this is, as aforementioned, incredible, it's worth pointing out that it takes a lot of adjusting if you're coming from your typical 16:9 displays and you'll see this primarily in things like watching YouTube videos, movies, and in some video games. You especially notice the difference in one of my worst examples, the game Hell Let Loose. I absolutely cannot play it in 21:9 whatsoever. Just cannot. It's so stretched out and hideous looking that it almost made me nauseous. And that sucks primarily because that's one of my favorite games, and 16:9 leaves black bars on the sides of the game which isn't a huge deal but I digress. So expect not all your games to look ideal to you when getting this and potentially having to compromise.

[Praise and tips]

Frankly I just don't have anything short of absolute praise for this display. I've found the best experience to be sitting back a few feet from my desk with a controller, or my wireless mouse and keyboard upon my lap-table. I personally use HDR 400 true black over the HDR 1000 option because it truly, in my opinion of course, looks insanely better, darker, significant and more atmospheric this was especially true in the modern warfare 2 campaign.

Overall I'm greatly enjoying this display, I hope it lasts me a very long time as I baby it about as much as someone could possibly recommend babying an OLED. I personally use brave browser with the darkreader extension, use windows dark theme, a Screensaver after 2 minutes of not being at my desk, I hide my Taskbar, and I make sure that in any games there's no static red anywhere. I absolutely love that after four hours of use on this panel, when shut off it'll do an automatic pixel refresh. Now that doesn't mean this panel is susceptible to any burn-in whatsoever, it is an oled panel after all..but with a lot of TLC and awareness of what you have on your display, the likeliness of it burning in is about as likely as a meteor striking your house and even if SOMEHOW you do everything I recommend and it still burns in, well Dell has your back with a three year warranty. Just make sure you register it on their website when you get the display. However, and I cannot stress this enough whatsoever, this display, much like any oled display, is probably not the ideal choice if you're somebody who works from home and sits infront of their computer for an asinine amount of time. This is pretty much ideal for gamers who game for long periods of time where stuff is happening on the screen constantly.

Again though, Im loving this display, it has been nothing short of a game changer for me and leaves me excited for the future of oled monitors. I'm in no rush to upgrade my pc to a 4090 an 13900k to game in 4k 120fps, and as an owner of both a 4k oled and now this, there really isn't that HARDCORE of a noticeable difference imo and this is perfect for my current pc specs. Couldn't be happier, couldn't rate this higher, trust me you're going to want this badboy when it comes back and isn't being scalped for 1600.
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Huang Junwen
2.0 out of 5 stars Poor Screen Coating
Reviewed in Singapore on April 6, 2024
Size: 34Style: AW3423DWFVerified Purchase
Product has a poor screen coating that is prone to damage and scatches. Monitor image quailty is good with high refresh rate.
Colin
5.0 out of 5 stars Best monitor I've ever owned
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2024
Size: 34Style: AW3423DWFVerified Purchase
I rolled with dual Dell 27" IPS monitors for about 5-6 years, and I loved them. My young daughter spilled milk in one of those monitors, so it was time for a new setup. I decided to upgrade to the 32-34" range to pair with my other 27". I did a ton of research, and wanted to keep it below $400, so I bought the Asus VG3A series, a VA panel. While the screen real estate and high refresh rates were great, the panel and color reproduction were very much "meh" compared to even my older IPS panels. It just felt "hollow". Not to mention I plug my speaker system into my monitors because I often switch PC's between work and personal, and the audio out connection had a ton of feedback.

I decided to just try an OLED monitor to see what the difference would be, and even though the Alienware is significantly more expensive, I simply can't go back. The colors, clarity, settings, construction and connectivity are incredible.

Attached are images compared to my high-end laptop screen and 27" IPS. The contrast, colors, and clarity are just amazing. I am a software developer (not a gamer), so the deep blacks and color accuracy make working in editors extremely pleasant. If there was one complaint, the text isn't quite as sharp as I would like (mainly dark text on light backgrounds) due to a side effect of OLED technology, but you get used to it. I also tempted my fate by ordering "Used - Acceptable" from Amazon to save several hundred dollars, and to be honest it appears to be completely unused. All original packaging items were present, and the screen/panel didn't even have a single fingerprint.

All in all, it seems that I prefer Dell monitors, and this Alienware does not disappoint. Even though I paid several hundred dollars more than I wanted, you get what you pay for. And if your livelihood is staring at monitors for 6-8 hours a day like me, it's completely worth it.