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