Dell Alienware AW3420DW 34" Lunar Light 2020
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
What Buyers Say
Dell Alienware AW3420DW 34" Lunar Light 2020
This Dell QD-OLED monitor delivers stunning image quality and is highly praised for gaming and work, with users loving the vibrant colors and fast response times. However, some buyers received the wrong color (black instead of white) and noted that renewed units may come with repaired cables. Dell's warranty service is excellent, but transferring ownership can be a hassle.
Pros
- Stunning image quality
- Great for gaming and work
- Fast response times
- Vibrant colors
- Sturdy and versatile stand
Cons
- Wrong color received (black instead of white)
- Repaired cables on renewed units
- Hassle with warranty ownership transfer
- Large box size
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
This Samsung QD-OLED monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning colors, deep blacks, and exceptional responsiveness. Users highlight the 360Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time as game-changers for competitive gaming, with many noting a noticeable improvement in gameplay. A few minor concerns include color fringing on text (typical for QD-OLED at 1440p) and occasional random flicker, but these are generally considered negligible. The build quality is praised as premium and sturdy, and the anti-glare coating is effective in most lighting conditions.
Pros
- Stunning vibrant colors
- Deep inky blacks
- 360Hz refresh rate
- 0.03ms response time
- Premium metal build quality
Cons
- Color fringing on text
- Occasional random flicker
- Limited menu customization
- Power cord is US plug (not EU)
- No mounting screws included
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Alienware AW3420DW 34" | Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 34" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | QD-OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,900 | — |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 360 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 2 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync★ | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 98% DCI-P3 (134.5% sRGB) | 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-Bit★ |
| HDR | — | HDR10+ |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10+★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | — | 0★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | 0 |
| Speakers | — | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | — | 140W★ |
| Weight | 16.76 kg | 6.90 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Dell Alienware AW3420DW 34" Lunar Light 2020
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong display (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong color (78th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (75th percentile)
- Below average portability (4th percentile)4th %ile
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong color (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024 offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 10 of 31 specs.
