Dell Alienware AW3425DWM 34" Black
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
Dell Alienware AW3425DWM 34" Black
This ultra-wide 34-inch curved monitor from Dell's Alienware line receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from verified buyers. Users praise its excellent value for productivity, impressive 180Hz refresh rate, good color and brightness for a VA panel, and the practical stand design that frees up desk space. A few caveats include the non-OLED black levels (some bloom noted), the massive size requiring getting used to, and that a powerful GPU is needed to drive it at full potential. The consensus is that it is a fantastic buy, especially when found on sale.
Pros
- Excellent value for productivity
- 180Hz high refresh rate
- Good color and brightness for VA panel
- Space-saving practical stand design
- Immersive ultra-wide curved screen
Cons
- Non-OLED black levels with some bloom
- Massive size requires getting used to
- Needs powerful GPU for full potential
- No built-in speakers
- Both USB ports are Type A only
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
The LG UltraGear 27-inch OLED gaming monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning OLED picture quality, incredibly high 480Hz refresh rate, and ultra-fast 0.03ms response time. Users describe it as a game-changer for competitive gaming, offering fluid motion and deep blacks. Common drawbacks include the high price, the need for a powerful GPU to reach 480Hz, and the lack of built-in speakers. Overall, it is highly recommended for serious gamers who can afford the premium.
Pros
- Stunning OLED picture quality
- Incredibly smooth 480Hz refresh rate
- Ultra-fast 0.03ms response time
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Solid build and ergonomic stand
Cons
- High price point
- Requires powerful GPU for 480Hz
- No built-in speakers
- SDR brightness lower than LCD rivals
- Potential burn-in risk with OLED
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Alienware AW3425DWM 34" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 34" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | — | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 180 Hz | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | — | 275 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 95% DCI-P3 | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 3★ |
| Speakers | — | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 9.51 kg | 9.30 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Dell Alienware AW3425DWM 34" Black
- Strong feature (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong performance (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average portability (4th percentile)4th %ile
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Dell Alienware AW3425DWM 34" Black offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 29 specs.
