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34" Alienware AW3420DW 3440x1440 120Hz Curved IPS G-Sync Gaming Monitor

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$950

$1,500

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Dell EPP has 34" Alienware AW3420DW 3440x1440 WQHD 120Hz Curved IPS G-Sync Gaming Monitor on sale for $949.99. Shipping is free. Thanks Askeptic

Specs:
  • Resolution: 3440x1440 WQHD
  • Curvature: 1900R
  • Refresh Rate: 120Hz w/ G-Sync
  • Response Time: 2ms (GtG)
  • Panel Type: IPS
  • Ports:
    • 1x HDMI (ver 1.4)
    • 1x DP (ver 1.2)
    • 1x USB 3.0 upstream port (Rear)
    • 2x USB 3.0 Downstream port (Rear)
    • 2x USB 3.0 Downstream port with 1 x power charging(Front bottom)
    • 1x Headphone-out jack (Front Bottom)
    • 1x Audio Line-out jack( Rear)

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Dell EPP has 34" Alienware AW3420DW 3440x1440 WQHD 120Hz Curved IPS G-Sync Gaming Monitor on sale for $949.99. Shipping is free. Thanks Askeptic

Specs:
  • Resolution: 3440x1440 WQHD
  • Curvature: 1900R
  • Refresh Rate: 120Hz w/ G-Sync
  • Response Time: 2ms (GtG)
  • Panel Type: IPS
  • Ports:
    • 1x HDMI (ver 1.4)
    • 1x DP (ver 1.2)
    • 1x USB 3.0 upstream port (Rear)
    • 2x USB 3.0 Downstream port (Rear)
    • 2x USB 3.0 Downstream port with 1 x power charging(Front bottom)
    • 1x Headphone-out jack (Front Bottom)
    • 1x Audio Line-out jack( Rear)

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
Refer to the forum thread for additional deal ideas and discussion. -SaltyOne

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stabyourface
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Someone came in and thumbs downed every single post in this thread. This deal certainly rustled someone's jimmies. Have a thumbs back up on me.
1dash1
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Thanks OP! Great deal!
(Well, great for my son who is about to get a new monitor.)

$949.99 Alienware 34" Monitor, Model No. AW3420DW
-$95.00 Dell email sign-up 10% discount
+$37.95 Tax
-$39.05 Dell Advantage Rewards
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$853.89 Total charged to AmEx card
less 10% ($85.39) cashback
less 10% ($85.39) statement credit from AmEx targeted offer
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$683.11 Net cost

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Davesilly
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I have the 18 version of this and it's a fantastic product.
Nov 2, 2019
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yellowg555
Nov 2, 2019
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Thanks OP! I ordered one.
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BlueCorn773
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Quote from Nicolas28 :
Can someone explain why this is better than the 34GK950*? Seems close on specs.
No, because it's not. It only has better warranty. I just picked up the 34GK950F for $718 from urlhasbeenblocked. Is everyone posting here high?
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TVM925
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What is the best cash back side to get with this
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TealPanther5687
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Quote from BlueCorn773 :
No, because it's not. It only has better warranty. I just picked up the 34GK950F for $718 from urlhasbeenblocked. Is everyone posting here high?
urlhasbeenblocked has never once processed my order successfully, any tips on how to do that?
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BlueCorn773
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Quote from TealPanther5687 :
urlhasbeenblocked has never once processed my order successfully, any tips on how to do that?
Can't help you there. I haven't ordered much though urlhasbeenblocked, like 3 items, but never had a problem. My monitor order with urlhasbeenblocked was through BuyDig. I guess you could order it from them. They occasionally go on sale for $799 which still beats this deal. You won't be disappointed.
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yellowg555
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Quote from BlueCorn773 :
No, because it's not. It only has better warranty. I just picked up the 34GK950F for $718 from urlhasbeenblocked. Is everyone posting here high?
The horror stories about the LG monitor with scanlines, along with terrible LG customer service, steered me far away from it. I'd rather pay more for much better customer service, with a panel warranty that leaves little to be desired. Just my 2 cents.

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sdeal_77
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I am waiting on the u3818dw to go down. How is it compares to this one. I am not an avid gamer and don't have a rig to go with. It would like a good IPS screen with a good screen and for work and for my son's games. I like the usb-c thunderbolt on the U series to reduce clutter but not sure if I should wait
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BlueCorn773
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See below.
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darkestwhite
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This is the same panel as the LG 34 Gsync version (NOT the freesync version which was actually a better panel than this), that was on sale for $650 a few days ago.
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Askeptic
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Quote from yellowg555 :
The horror stories about the LG monitor with scanlines, along with terrible LG customer service, steered me far away from it. I'd rather pay more for much better customer service, with a panel warranty that leaves little to be desired. Just my 2 cents.
The LG and Dell are pretty much the exact same panel (from LG), one has GSYNC and the other, Freesync. Dell down-clocked it to make use of the V1 GSYNC module. That is a known fact posted on tech sites.

It comes down to personal opinion. To me, the LG looks like something found on a 12 yr olds desk and when it breaks, you replace it before calling them.

Dell has its perks for sure. Warranty, nicer bezel / stand etc. Side by side though, they will look very close to the same pic quality.

Some will think, "oh the LG is a few bucks cheaper and it's the "Same". That's cool to, nothing wrong with that. At the end of the day, I just prefer the more premium look on my desk, but I don't look down on LG owners. They probably buy new monitors more than me so they want to save a few bucks.

Go with what your fav one is that fits the budget. We can claim some are better than others all day, and in the end, most are so close it really doesn't matter. Just be sure to get a 1440p IPS 100+ Hz Smilie
Last edited by Askeptic November 1, 2019 at 08:56 PM.
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yellowg555
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Wow, relax bud. ​There's no need for insults.

Go on Amazon and read the recent reviews. All point to the same issue with scan lines. Google the scan line issue too. LG customer service is terrible across the entire range of products.

Your choice is your choice. I'm just trying to educate potential buyers of the reasoning behind my decision.
Last edited by washoe-mom November 2, 2019 at 10:21 AM.
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Askeptic
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Quote from Nicolas28 :
Can someone explain why this is better than the 34GK950*? Seems close on specs.
According to tech sites, they are the same panel. Dell put in a V1 GSYNC chip so they had to downclock it to 120Hz.

Comes down to personal preference. On one had, you have a slightly cheaper (price) version in the LG with Freesync and on the other you have a slightly more expensive (Dell) version with GSYNC.

To me, Dell looks more premium, has a much better warranty, and quite frankly, I prefer the HW adaptice sync in GSYNC much more than Freesync, but everyone is different on that depending on their own situation.

The 120 vs 144 Hz should have no play in your decision. For me, the LG would need to be below $500 for me to even consider it. But again, that is me. YMMV

Edit: The Dell at full MSRP is overpriced, no doubt about that. One thing I forgot to include as to why Dell normally clocks in slightly higher than the competition as well is that they properly calibrate the colors on every monitor before it ships. So out of the box, it looks better than the same LG. Now, nothing is to stop that LG owner to calibrate their own if they know how and have the tools, but hey, most of us want to throw it on the desk and only tweak a few things. That doesn't mean it should be $1,500 but hey, it is something.
Last edited by Askeptic November 1, 2019 at 09:09 PM.
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Quote from yellowg555 :
Wow, relax bud. ​There's no need for insults.

Go on Amazon and read the recent reviews. All point to the same issue with scan lines. Google the scan line issue too. LG customer service is terrible across the entire range of products.

Your choice is your choice. I'm just trying to educate potential buyers of the reasoning behind my decision.
I second this, Yellow. Nice write up man. I think he is little upset cause he just spent $700+ on the LG. While they are the same panel, each manufacturer modifies it a little. Most people know Dell is a little higher quality than LG when it comes to the final product, but some just like to buy blindly and insult anyone who doesn't agree with their train of thought.

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