Alienware AW3418DW vs Dell UltraSharp U3818DW
Alienware AW3418DW
2018 · $699 today
8054
Dell UltraSharp U3818DW
2018 · $749 today
7853
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Alienware AW3418DW is better
- Refresh Rate: 100Hz (OC to 120Hz), G-Sync vs 60Hz(2.0× more)
- Response Time: 4ms GtG vs 5ms GtG(25% less)
Why Dell UltraSharp U3818DW is better
- Resolution: 3840 x 1600 vs 3440 x 1440 (UWQHD)(24% more)
- Screen Size: 37.5" (21:9) vs 34" (21:9)(10% more)
Verdict
Dell UltraSharp U3818DW leads outright in 4 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Alienware AW3418DW | Dell UltraSharp U3818DW |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 34" (21:9) | 37.5" (21:9)● |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 (UWQHD) | 3840 x 1600● |
| Panel Type | IPS, curved | IPS, curved |
| Peak Brightness | 300 nits | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB | 99% sRGB |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 100Hz (OC to 120Hz), G-Sync● | 60Hz |
| Response Time | 4ms GtG● | 5ms GtG |
| HDR Support | No | No |
| Connectivity | ||
| Ports | DisplayPort, HDMI | USB-C (90W PD), DisplayPort, HDMI |
| USB Hub | USB 3.0 x4 | USB 3.0 x5 |
| Speakers | No | Yes, 9W stereo |