The usual 25% deal off for this monitor. Stacks with 6% Shopback (confirmed). Those who don't use shopback or cashback can use the 3% off coupon (SITEWIDE3).
(SITEWIDE3) COUPON DOES NOT STACK WITH SHOPBACK.
I would assume so.
Of course.
Xiaomi is a useless
What a silly thing to say
Errich is a fat
For me, the main differences are, this is IPS panel and 120hz
Better yes. 3x the price better though? Probably not.
I've said it before, I'll say it now, and I'll definitely say it again:
Dell's warranty and support is worth their premium pricing, if you had an issue with your Xiaomi panel, the process to have it repaired/replaced would be far more difficult.
I absolutely agree that Dell's support is fantastic, while your equipment remains within the warranty period. I've had to deal with them on a couple of occasions and they've been nothing short of exemplary.
However, it's also worth noting that if the Xiaomi screen died, and the seller didn't honour the 2 year warranty at all, and you had to buy a whole new one from your own pocket, you'd STILL be over $600 better off than buying the Alienware.
I will consider paying a small premium (maybe 15-20%) for excellent warranty - perhaps more if the warranty is over a more reasonable 2-3 year period. But an extra $1200 for better (but shorter) warranty?
I'd prefer to pay an extra $40 to get the Xiaomi from a local reputable Australian seller where they're obliged to offer a meaningful warranty. $1200 is a fat chunk of spare change to spend on other upgrades.
I still don’t see how good support is worth $1200 price premium, but if it is to you. Then by all means, you do you.
@ONEMariachi: Do you honestly believe that their support is all you're getting by opting for the Dell over the Xiaomi?
@magic8ballgag: Nothing that is worth $1200, that's for sure. I bought a x34p for $900 a year ago, which provides the g-sync module and is a fantastic Monitor. This monitor has always beeen massively overpriced regardless of how good Dells support/return policy is.
By all means though, I'm open to hearing your perspective as to why it is worth $1200 more than the Xiaomi, or $600+ on a x34p's current pricing..
Buy 3 xiaomi at same price and your chances to have a problem are gone….
"Better" is subjective. They have the same resolution and size.
The Alienware monitor has G-sync (which is quite expensive to certify and license) and has a IPS panel capable of 120Hz refresh rate. It also includes a built-in USB hub and some RGB lights.
The Xiaomi has Freesync (a cheaper but more universal standard), and has a VA panel capable of 144Hz refresh rate. It doesn't have any frills like USB hubs or RGB.
IPS panels are ideal for applications requiring colour accuracy and wide viewing angles. However, they tend to suffer from slower pixel response rate and light bleed.
VA panels are ideal for applications requiring high contrast and deep blacks. However, they tend to suffer from reduced colour accuracy at wider viewing angles, and are prone to ghosting in fast-moving scenes.
The question is whether the Alienware is really worth 3 x (!!!) the purchase price. For my money, not even close.
Already have it. Everything is good!
Bought one last Christmas… man things were cheaper back then.
Not sure why people would go for this monitor over newer better cheaper monitors like the LG 34GN850.
only thing this one has as far as i can see is its Gsync module.
https://www.rtings.com/monitor/tools/compare/dell-alienware-…
I have the LG 34GN850, it's G-sync compatible. Using it with an RTX 2060 Super, no issue so far.
Would recommend the LG 34GN850.
I have the 34GN850 as well.
Gsync Compatible isn't as good as a monitor with the Gsync Module.
Can i ask what's the difference between the two, would we be able to notice the difference with the LG 34GN850?'
I am planning on getting the RTX 3080 when i comes out. Hopefully it wont be too much of an issue.
@STHD: Official Gsync monitors actually contain an Nvidia-designed control module specifically for providing variable refresh rates. Nvidia actually gets samples of each Gysnc monitor from manufacturer and conducts testing on their performance to ensure it falls within a stringent set of standards. As you might imagine, this program is quite expensive to implement; hence the higher price.
"Gsync compatible" just means that a Freesync monitor will communicate with an Nvidia GPU to provide variable refresh rates.
In practical terms, I strongly doubt you could pick the difference in VRR performance - especially if you're running a high-end GPU that should always keep your frame-rate high anyway.
@STHD: Two bigger points to note are the G-Sync module enable variable overdrive, resulting in less ghosting which is a genuine problem for FreeSync/G-Sync Compatible monitors and a wider VRR range is available as a result of the module. Though VRR ranges for FreeSync/G-Sync Compatible monitors are getting better every year at this price point.
@STHD: gsync works at any frame rate from 1fps to its highest possible refresh rate. freesync only works from a minimum frame rate, usually at 40fps. So you won't have any problems.
But it does not have PbP PiP. With Screen that wide, having that function is useful when you have more than 1 PC.
I'd probs go for this if it had more inputs - one DP and one HDMI isn't enough.
I'm pretty sure its a limitation because of the Gsync module.
Ah, that's good to know. I have the AW3418DW and found it annoying, but thought it was because it was a 2017 monitor.
No HDR, to me that writes off any high end display these days.
This cost more than my first car. 😳
Having spare cash to afford this, during a pandemic… you are doing well for yourself!
nice monitor though i'd be getting the LG 38" 3840x1600 for that money.
Would love to get an 38 inch, however not taking risks for dead pixels. Alienware is supposedly developing a 38inch monitor that should be released in the future.
Alienware will use a LG panel if it has these type specs. Alienware already uses 3rd party panels.
Yes but alienware has a 1 bright pixel return policy, lg has multiple. You will not get an exchange if you have dead pixels
I just bought the LG 38WN95C-W which is $2158 plus shipping: https://www.megabuy.com.au/lg-38wn95c-w-38-ultrawide-qhd-384…
I would argue if you are spending this much that the LG is a better deal, here is a comparison: https://www.displayspecifications.com/en/comparison/e68412ad…
Nano IPS, HDR 600. 15% larger and extra resolution. Thunderbolt port. Better response time and higher peak brightness.
3840x1600 is the new 3440x1440. I have a MSI MAG341CQ VA panel which is very similar to the Xiaomi people keep posting.
Best review about the panel specs from it's sister, if you ignore the stand and the RGB stuff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCv-2pKIZKA&list=WL&index=16…
I would also vouch to go to a 38. I was contemplating the AW (coming from a X34 original) and opted for the 38GN95 and I think it's quite a bit better than the 34.
Although the GN95 is a bit overpriced for what it is…
So this is almost twice the price of the ASUS/ACER original equivalent for 20hz more. Years later.
Yeah….. Nah.
Guys I just wanted to point out a few things before you guys bash on the price compared to other similar products
This monitor has a 1 bright pixel return policy. All competing monitors besides the xiaomi as far as i know don't care if you have few dead pixels. If this is a risk you're willing to take so be it.
Yes the price is steep but this monitor is constructed better than most of its competition. If you have issues, Dell is better to do with than its competitors.
TLDR you are paying for Dell customer service and build quality. If you think it's worth it go for it.
actually they dont cover dead/dark pixels..
Dell’s Premium Panel Guarantee/Warranty applies to UltraSharp, Professional and Alienware monitors with bright pixel defects only. The Premium Panel Guarantee/Warranty does not cover monitors with dark/ black type of dead pixels.
https://www.dell.com/learn/us/en/04/campaigns/dell-premium-p….
Bought this monitor earlier this year just after most employers started issuing work from home orders. This monitor was still priced around $1,600 before any discounts. Dell came out with a 20% off sale on most monitors including this one and with Cashrewards having another 8% cashback it ended up costing me closer to $1,200. Since then, the demand for gaming products has gone up and supply has come down so Dell have hiked the price up. If you can wait, I highly recommend doing so. If you need a monitor then there still are options that are reasonably priced. The monitor itself is exceptional and with Dell build quality & support, it's an easy sell between $1.2k - $1.4k. At this price, I'm not so sure.
Note that the G-Sync module itself makes up a large cost. Whether it's worth it is up to you but it is visibly better than FreeSync/G-Sync Compatible monitors due to variable overdrive being built in and a much lower VRR range than what most FreeSync/G-Sync Compatible monitors offer. HDR is also just a gimmick for monitors at this price point. Until you get to HDR1000, it remains a gimmick as FALD isn't deemed to be necessary for anything that's HDR600 or less.
this is so nerd
Better than xiaomi?