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Sep 24, 2023 4:49 PM

38" Alienware AW3821DW 3840x1600 144Hz 4ms IPS Curved G-Sync Monitor

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Various Retailers have 38" Alienware AW3821DW 3840x1600 144Hz IPS Curved G-Sync Monitor on sale for $899.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter StrifeZero for sharing this deal.

Available from:Specs:
  • Resolution: 3840x1600 (21:9 aspect ratio)
  • Refresh Rate: 144Hz DisplayPort, 85Hz HDMI
  • Response Time:
    • 4 ms (gray-to-gray fast)
    • 2 ms (gray-to-gray super fast)
    • 1 ms (gray-to-gray extreme)
  • Panel Type: IPS
  • NVIDIA G-Sync Ultimate
  • HDR 600 with localized dimming
  • Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
  • Viewing Angle: 178° H / 178° V
  • Ports:
    • 1x DisplayPort 1.4
    • 2x HDMI 2.0
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 upstream
    • 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 downstream (1 w/ Battery Charging 1.2)
    • 1x Headphone Out
    • 1x Audio Line-Out
  • VESA Mounting Interface: 100x100
Warranty: 3-Years Advanced Exchange Service and Premium Panel Guarantee

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    • This offer matches previous multiple front page deals in the past and continues to be a good buy at $900.
    • Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars on Amazon based on over 625 customer reviews.
    • Refer to the forum thread for additional details and community discussion.

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Various Retailers have 38" Alienware AW3821DW 3840x1600 144Hz IPS Curved G-Sync Monitor on sale for $899.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter StrifeZero for sharing this deal.

Available from:Specs:
  • Resolution: 3840x1600 (21:9 aspect ratio)
  • Refresh Rate: 144Hz DisplayPort, 85Hz HDMI
  • Response Time:
    • 4 ms (gray-to-gray fast)
    • 2 ms (gray-to-gray super fast)
    • 1 ms (gray-to-gray extreme)
  • Panel Type: IPS
  • NVIDIA G-Sync Ultimate
  • HDR 600 with localized dimming
  • Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
  • Viewing Angle: 178° H / 178° V
  • Ports:
    • 1x DisplayPort 1.4
    • 2x HDMI 2.0
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 upstream
    • 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 downstream (1 w/ Battery Charging 1.2)
    • 1x Headphone Out
    • 1x Audio Line-Out
  • VESA Mounting Interface: 100x100
Warranty: 3-Years Advanced Exchange Service and Premium Panel Guarantee

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • About this Store:
  • Additional Information:
    • This offer matches previous multiple front page deals in the past and continues to be a good buy at $900.
    • Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars on Amazon based on over 625 customer reviews.
    • Refer to the forum thread for additional details and community discussion.

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Written by StrifeZero

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FreePasta
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It's not so much the pixel density but rather the subpixel layout for the OLED screens. Rtings explains it better here: https://www.rtings.com/monitor/re...-aw3423dwf
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I own the LG variant. 38" is really the sweet spot for multimedia and productivity. That extra vertical height is quite nice.

If I had to choose again today, I would still choose a 38" IPS over a 34" OLED. Hoping for the day where they come out with a 38" OLED.
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Akshually, QDOLED is FAR more susceptible to burn in than WOLED... Ask me how I know and why I no longer have one, after selling my 3rd replacement. Rtings burn in tests also confirmed this.
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Sep 25, 2023 6:16 PM
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DeProofSep 25, 2023 6:16 PM
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Quote from DirkBelig View quoted comment :
No, YOU are wrong. While it is only VESA certified as DisplayHDR 400 True Black, there is also an HDR 1000 mode which actually hits that mark and after the June firmware update it has accurate EOTF tracking all the way to 1000 nits. Anyone who reads the reviews knows it can do HDR 1000.

As for your spreading the usual FUD about OLED ("ZOMG! Teh burnz-in!"), the 3-year warranty covers burn-in AND QD-OLED isn't as susceptible as WOLED tech. As far as "babying" them as long as you don't go MAX BRIGHTNESS with static elements for days on end, you shouldn't have a problem.

The benefits of infinite contrast and no blurring more than make up for the cost and need to practice basic common sense.
Akshually, QDOLED is FAR more susceptible to burn in than WOLED... Ask me how I know and why I no longer have one, after selling my 3rd replacement. Rtings burn in tests also confirmed this.
Sep 25, 2023 8:22 PM
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findmedealsssSep 25, 2023 8:22 PM
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Quote from LongL1022 View quoted comment :
Not that OLED is not good for text. The pixel density is not high enough to produce crisp text. OLED provides excellent pictures quality compared to IPS
lol....what
Sep 26, 2023 2:33 AM
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poshixiSep 26, 2023 2:33 AM
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I have this since last year and paid around $750 with Amex and CB. Love it. Best monitor I have ever used. One thing I do not like is that monitor stand is HUGE and takes a lot of my desk spaces. I would recommend to use 3rd party mount.
Sep 26, 2023 5:25 AM
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ChpByrSep 26, 2023 5:25 AM
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Quote from bkatz View quoted comment :
Could you please elaborate on what "baby the screen" means (is it an issue with IPS?), and perhaps give us a quick tl;dr on what the enthusiast forums' consensus is for IPS vs OLED?
TIA!
TLDR, if you often display static images on the screen (spreadsheets, in-game huds, etc), and intend to use the screen at the rated brightness, and expect the screen to stay clean for longer than a couple of years the current OLED tech may not be for you. Current OLED enthusiasts go out of their way to try and preserve the screen by frequently/constantly changing the image on screen one way or another and by reducing the brightness they use the monitor at, sometimes will restrict their use of the screen for media where static images are a non-issues.

IPS screens don't look as good as OLED, but you also don't have that same burn-in threat.
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Sep 26, 2023 1:57 PM
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Sep 26, 2023 1:57 PM
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Quote from ChpByr View quoted comment :
TLDR, if you often display static images on the screen (spreadsheets, in-game huds, etc), and intend to use the screen at the rated brightness, and expect the screen to stay clean for longer than a couple of years the current OLED tech may not be for you. Current OLED enthusiasts go out of their way to try and preserve the screen by frequently/constantly changing the image on screen one way or another and by reducing the brightness they use the monitor at, sometimes will restrict their use of the screen for media where static images are a non-issues.

IPS screens don't look as good as OLED, but you also don't have that same burn-in threat.

Thanks for the info!
Sep 26, 2023 3:55 PM
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MatthewM3741Sep 26, 2023 3:55 PM
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I have the 1440p IPS 34" alienware 120hz. Its amazing and the perfect size for a 6ft desk

Enough room for speakers and peripherals. Im glad I didn't go 49" samsung Odyssey. The 34" screen size allows it to be remotes into from my 4k work computer full size with room around to multitask actual work.
Last edited by MatthewM3741 September 26, 2023 at 08:57 AM.
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Sep 27, 2023 2:48 PM
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pmperry
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Sep 27, 2023 2:48 PM
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Quote from FreePasta View quoted comment :
The 34 inch OLEDs are smaller - 34 vs 38 inch, 1440p vs 1600p. It's likely much better for gaming but for office work I was concerned about text clarity and burn in. Try to find a store with display models for both to compare in person.
The OLED has a 3 year burnin guarantee.

I have it and the text claims are overblown as I use it all the time for work and school.

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Sep 27, 2023 3:08 PM
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noctiferSep 27, 2023 3:08 PM
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Quote from mrsleepi View quoted comment :
Is it good for office work and gaming? I heard oled isn't good for text?
You heard correctly- I picked this VA panel for that reason. Subpixels make text fuzzy. I bought the posted one after trying both.
Sep 27, 2023 3:09 PM
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noctiferSep 27, 2023 3:09 PM
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Quote from pmperry View quoted comment :
The OLED has a 3 year burnin guarantee.

I have it and the text claims are overblown as I use it all the time for work and school.
Might be personal preference- but I couldn't stand to OLED for working in excel/outlook. Text was much harder to read.
Sep 27, 2023 3:17 PM
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TheTaskmaster-Sep 27, 2023 3:17 PM
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I've had this monitor for 3 years and absolutely love it. While I definitely enjoy gaming on it, I was surprised how much I enjoyed working on it. I can comfortably use 6 windows at a time.

If you are someone who wants to max graphical settings on modern games, I found the 3080 to be just under the amount of power needed. I got a good deal on a used 4080 and found it to be a perfect fit for that. Otherwise 30 series will fit most needs.
Sep 27, 2023 3:17 PM
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FairChicken364Sep 27, 2023 3:17 PM
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Was gonna pull the trigger recently then I realized my Amex Dell $120 offer expired earlier this month. Rip
Sep 27, 2023 3:29 PM
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emaijSep 27, 2023 3:29 PM
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Which is best for video editing?
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Quote from noctifer View quoted comment :
Might be personal preference- but I couldn't stand to OLED for working in excel/outlook. Text was much harder to read.
I'm reading on mine right now. Smilie
Sep 27, 2023 4:42 PM
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shanehahnSep 27, 2023 4:42 PM
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its contrast is... not good. Will wait for 38/39 inch oled version.

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Sep 27, 2023 4:59 PM
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crxssSep 27, 2023 4:59 PM
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240hz with updated oled panels are right around the corner. will be cheaper.

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