LG 38UC99 vs Alienware AW3418DW
LG 38UC99
2016 · $699 today
6838
Alienware AW3418DW
2018 · $699 today
8054
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why LG 38UC99 is better
- Resolution: 3840 x 1600 vs 3440 x 1440 (UWQHD)(24% more)
- Screen Size: 38" (21:9) vs 34" (21:9)(12% more)
Why Alienware AW3418DW is better
- Refresh Rate: 100Hz (OC to 120Hz), G-Sync vs 75Hz, FreeSync(1.6× more)
- Response Time: 4ms GtG vs 5ms GtG(25% less)
Verdict
Alienware AW3418DW leads outright in 6 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | LG 38UC99 | Alienware AW3418DW |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 38" (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 | 75Hz, FreeSync | 100Hz (OC to 120Hz), G-Sync● |
| Response Time | 5ms GtG | 4ms GtG● |
| HDR Support | No | No |
| Connectivity | ||
| Ports | USB-C, DisplayPort, 2x HDMI | DisplayPort, HDMI |
| USB Hub | USB 3.0 x2 | USB 3.0 x4 |
| Speakers | Yes, 10W stereo | No |