Update: This popular deal is still available.
Dell has
34" Alienware AW3423DWF 3440x1440 165Hz Curved QD-OLED Gaming Monitor on sale for
$499.99.
Shipping is free.
Thanks to community member
shivster1796 for finding this deal.
Specs:- Resolution: 3440x1440
- Refresh Rate: 165Hz (DisplayPort) or 100Hz (HDMI)
- Panel Type: Quantum Dot OLED
- Curvature: 1800R
- Response Time: 0.1ms gray-to-gray
- Contrast Ratio: 1M:1 (typical)
- Adaptive-Sync Technology: AMD FreeSync Premium Pro
- VESA Mountable: 100x100mm
- Ports:
- 1x HDMI 2.0
- 2x DisplayPort 1.4
- 2x SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) downstream port
- 2x SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) downstream port
- 1x SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) upstream port
- 1x Audio line-out port (rear)
- 1x Headphone-out port (bottom)
Top Comments
Community Reviews
The AW3423DWF is a glossy 34 inch QD OLED ultrawide that stands out for gaming, with vivid colors, strong immersion, and a 165Hz panel that feels like a major upgrade over older LCD ultrawides. Dell's 3 year burn in warranty and generally better warranty coverage are recurring advantages, and the sale price around $500 makes it look especially strong value. The main tradeoffs are OLED upkeep, possible text fringing, and a very forward stand that may need a deep desk or arm mount. Some units also arrive with joystick, coating, cable, or faint whine issues, so it suits gamers who can live with OLED quirks.
Common Questions (5)
It is a strong gaming monitor, especially for immersive titles, but the 34-inch 3440x1440 OLED setup is less ideal for long hours of small-text work. The panel's high refresh rate and OLED contrast are the main strengths, while productivity use is limited by text clarity and the lower-than-4K resolution.
The curve is 1800R, which is less aggressive than 800R. That flatter curve works well for some setups, but it can feel too flat or even cause motion sickness for people who prefer a more wrapped-in display.
No. The panel does not do 10-bit at 165Hz, so you need to lower the refresh rate or use a custom refresh setting to enable 10-bit color. At 60Hz it can show the 10-bit option, but not at the full 165Hz setting.
New units include a 3-year burn-in warranty, and the monitor has built-in pixel/panel refresh maintenance. You still need to let the refresh run when prompted, and some owners recommend basic OLED precautions like hiding the taskbar and using a screen saver.
Yes. The bundled cables may be too weak for the monitor's resolution and framerate, and intermittent black screens during games can be a sign that a better cable is needed. Upgrading the cable can fix the issue.
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1800R is waaaaaay to severe IMO. I don't get motion sickness from displays but tried an 1800R LG and almost immediately returned it since it was making me motion sick.
is he wrong for this??
is he wrong for this??
But just as a hobbie
Im guessing hes just a spoiled lil @&#&&$$ first thing in the morning ima punch him in the neck
Thanks for the heads up
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