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inter4ever

LG 34GP83A-B or Dell AW3821DW

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I got the LG 34GP83A-B (coming from an older Dell Ultrasharp 27”) and I have been enjoying it so far. Checking my Amex card I saw I had a $100 of offer which is tempting me to at least look into the Alienware AW3821DW. After that and 10% Dell coupon the Alienware comes out to be $1182 vs $800 for the LG.

I’m considering the returning the LG and going with Dell for the native G-Sync module, more vertical resolution, and better build quality and warranty. Cons I can think of include lack of SRGB emulation which is what I am currently using on the LG, reduction from 160 Hz to 144 Hz, and overall reduction in fps going from 3440x1440 to 3840x1600 (RTX 3080 FE). Also, the fact that it cost close to OLED TV prices when on sale is making me hesitant. Wanted to hear some thoughts before spending.

Posted Feb 24, 2021, 11:12 PM UTC

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rancid_•

Personally I would get the AW38" if it is for productivity/gaming/web surfing. You mention an OLED which is an entirely different ballgame and 16:9, what are you looking for specifically? If it is purely for gaming and nothing else I'd get the OLED and not look back since the older models are on sale. If you need a TV for more than just gaming, wait for the newer models and see what they have to offer.

Better approach: Get the AW38" for the UW and save up for an OLED or wait and see if they release the 43" this year, best of all worlds.

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inter4everOP•

It will be for mixed PC use, Work+gaming, with more work these days until we get back to the office. I mentioned OLED because it’s at the similar price point, but yeah even 48” wouldn’t work with my setup so it’s not really an option. It was more of should I just settle for the 34” and put the extra $400 towards a future OLED maybe or just go all out and get the 38”. Basically is going with the AW38” over the LG34” worth it for the extra $400. I hate to do this but Perhaps I should get the 38” and compare them side by side and keep the one I like the most.

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kbd_fan•

Hands down 3821, you won’t regret it

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nutop•

so here's my perspective coming from an OLED 48...

A buddy of mine is in the process of moving so i'm borrowing his X35 (not an Alienware but performance is comparable) and the first thing that hits you is that picture quality just ain't up to snuff. His also has noticeable bleed on some spots of the monitor which was an instant turn off for me.

Doing work/productivity/web browsing is leagues better on the on it vs the OLED (more than likely due to the higher PPI on monitors)

Gaming... if you like competitive games (Apex, CoD), this is where the OLED becomes a little less desirable. I may be alone in this but when playing Apex, I like to be within arms length of my monitor so I can see better. OLED will burn your eyes out. I currently do a custom resolution on mine so it's ultrawide-esque but since it's not curved.. it's not as immersive. Everything else, though... PQ cannot be beat in gaming. HDR looks amazing. I have a 3090 so it can play most games on ultra without really breaking a sweat.

After using it for a week, i'm now on the fence about getting the Alienware. I'm putting my OLED on a Ergotron HX arm this weekend to make it easier to move around to see if that will tide me over.

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nutop•

also, one other thing that kind of bums me out about most of the current offerings... there's no HDMI 2.1. another reason why i'm also on the fence about spending money on a new monitor that's already "obsolete".

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nutop•

what's the dell 10% code? been looking to pull the trigger on the Alienware

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inter4everOP•

Subscribe to their mailing list and they will email you a promo code

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nutop•

danke!

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inter4everOP•

Subscribe to their mailing list to get a 10% code that brings it down to $1282. Another $100 is through Amex offers if you have it on your card ($100 off $500 on Dell.com).

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Se_7_eN•

I got it, thanks!

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wrm95•

What GPU are you running? I've gathered all the parts for my dream build, but I'm still a noob and don't know which monitor to get. How much of a hit does the fps take for ultrawide gaming? I have a 3080 and I'm trying to decide between some of the 16:9 1440p 165hz options that a 3080 could probably drive consistently at 140-165 fps, or getting this ultrawide. The LG GP83 seems like such a good deal for the price, but I don't know how much it affects fps.

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inter4everOP•

I have a 3080. I’m loving the LG and enjoying the ultra wide format for productivity and gaming. FPS will be affected depending on the game, but the hit is worth it. I’d have been able to compare it with the Alienware 38” if FedEx didn’t lose my shipment...

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wrm95•

Damn sorry to hear about the AW! I'm just about sold on the LG. I think I could trade off a few frames for more immersion overall. What kind of games do you play? If you play warzone, what would you say is an average fps you get? I mainly play single player action/adventure, fps and fighting games myself.

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