Samsung Odyssey G9
Score: 94/100
Alienware 34 Curved QD-OLED
Score: 89/100Rankings
The Samsung Odyssey G9 G95C is a 49-inch ultrawide VA monitor with a 1000R curvature, 240 Hz refresh rate and HDR1000 support. It combines high performance features such as FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync compatibility and a fully adjustable stand, making it ideal for immersive gaming and multitasking.
The Dell Alienware AW3423DWF is a 34.18-inch ultrawide QD-OLED monitor delivering WQHD resolution, 165 Hz refresh, and a lightning-fast 0.1 ms response. It offers infinite contrast, a wide color gamut, HDR10 support, and adaptive-sync compatibility with both AMD and NVIDIA GPUs, targeting enthusiast gamers and creators. Drawbacks include limited HDMI bandwidth, fan noise, and a lack of built-in speakers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
49 inchesbest | 34.18 inches | |
240 Hzbest | 165 Hz | |
5,120 pixelsbest | 3,440 pixels | |
1,440 pixelsbest | 1,440 pixelsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 ms | 0.1 msbest |
450 nitsbest | 250 nits | |
2,500 | 1,000,000best | |
2best | 2best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(9) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 49 inches | 34.18 inches |
Panel Type | VA | QD-OLED |
Resolution (Horizontal) (pixels) | 5120 pixels | 3440 pixels |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 240 Hz | 165 Hz |
Response Time (ms) | 1 ms | 0.1 ms |
Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync Ultimate, VESA Adaptive-Sync |
Brightness (nits) | 450 nits | 250 nits |
Contrast Ratio | 2500 | 1000000 |
Color Gamut | 92% DCI-P3 | 99.3% DCI-P3, 149% sRGB |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 2 | 1 |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 36 months |
Power(1) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 108 W | 34 W |
Audio(1) | ||
Built‑in Speakers | true | false |
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Professional reviewers lauded the Odyssey G9 for its 1000R curvature, 240 Hz refresh rate and HDR performance, calling it the most immersive ultrawide monitor on the market while noting minor VA smearing.
Everyday users rave about the monitor's immersive experience, vivid colors and solid build, especially appreciating the PBP multitasking and ambient lighting; common complaints focus on glare, size and lack of video-capable USB-C.
Professional reviewers laud the AW3423DWF for its groundbreaking QD-OLED panel, citing infinite contrast, lightning-fast response, and a color gamut that outshines most competing ultrawide monitors. They commend the adaptive-sync support and ergonomic design, but criticize the lack of HDMI 2.1, the sub-par anti-glare coating, and the presence of an active cooling fan that adds audible noise.
Everyday users echo the praise for deep blacks, vivid colors, and rapid response, often highlighting the monitor's immersive feel for gaming and content creation. Common complaints revolve around the HDMI limitation, fan noise, glare from the glossy surface, and concerns about OLED burn-in and the relatively short warranty period.
“Best immersive gaming experience”
“The blacks are truly black - OLED magic!”
“120 Hz over HDMI is a pain, but the picture quality makes up for it.”
