Alienware AW3821DW 38 inch IPS Curved Screen Gaming Monitor
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About this product
The Alienware AW3821DW is a 38-inch curved IPS gaming monitor with a 21:9 aspect ratio and 3840x1600 resolution. It features a 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time for smooth gameplay. With a brightness of 600 cd/m² and a 1000:1 contrast ratio, it delivers vibrant images. It supports G-Sync and includes DisplayPort input. The monitor has a sleek black design and is built for immersive gaming experiences.
Our take
The AW3821DW is an impressive gaming monitor. The 38-inch 21:9 aspect ratio is immersive, and the 3840x1600 resolution offers plenty of detail. The 144Hz refresh rate with 1ms response time makes games feel incredibly fluid. I noticed the 600 cd/m² brightness really makes HDR content pop, though the contrast ratio is typical IPS. The curved screen enhances immersion. Build quality is excellent, with an adjustable stand. My main issue is the price—it's an investment. Also, the ultra-wide resolution demands a powerful GPU. For sim racing or strategy games, it's amazing. But for competitive FPS, a smaller high-refresh monitor might be better. Still, it's a top choice for premium ultrawide gaming.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 38-inch curved display for immersive gameplay
- 144Hz refresh rate with 1ms response
- 600 cd/m² brightness for vibrant HDR
- 21:9 aspect ratio suits sim and RPG games
Cons
- High price point
- Requires powerful GPU for high frame rates
Specifications
- Screen Size 38 in
- Brightness 600 cd/m²
- Response Time 1 ms
- Refresh Rate 144 Hz
- Video Inputs DisplayPort
- Color Black
Show all 21 specifications
- MPN
- AW3821DW
- Item Length
- 11.56in.
- Most Suitable For
- Gaming
- Aspect Ratio
- 21:9
- Brand
- Dell
- Unit Type
- Unit
- Display Type
- IPS
- Maximum Resolution
- 3840 x 1600
- Item Height
- 17.70in.
- Contrast Ratio
- 1000:1
- Model
- AW3821DW
- Features
- Curved Screen
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Width
- 35.23in.
- Product Line
- Ultrawide
