Alienware AW3423DWF
34″ · 3440x1440 QD-OLED · 165Hz
Gigabyte MO34WQC2
34″ ultrawide QD-OLED · 175Hz · DP 1.4
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Alienware AW3423DWF lands at 90 and Gigabyte MO34WQC2 at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Alienware AW3423DWF if…
- ✓Current panel tech
- ✓Strong factory calibration
- ✓Modern connectivity
Pick Gigabyte MO34WQC2 if…
- ✓34″ QD-OLED ultrawide at $749
- ✓Dual-mode 1080p @ 350Hz
- ✓Glossy panel reduces grayish tint
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPicture quality
Alienware AW3423DWFColor accuracy and HDR performance
Alienware AW3423DWF leads on hdr (92 vs 88).
Value for money
Gigabyte MO34WQC2Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Gigabyte MO34WQC2 more score per dollar ($749 vs $1,099).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Alienware AW3423DWF | Gigabyte MO34WQC2 |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | 3440x1440 QD-OLED | — |
| Size | 34" | — |
| Refresh | 165Hz | — |
| Release year | 2023 | — |
| Display | — | 34″ QD-OLED, 1800R curve |
| Resolution | — | 3440×1440 |
| Refresh rate | — | 175 Hz native (350 Hz at 1080p dual mode) |
| Response time | — | 0.03 ms (GtG) |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| Connectivity | — | 2× HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4 DSC, USB-C 18W |
Alienware AW3423DWF
- +Current panel tech
- +Strong factory calibration
- +Modern connectivity
- −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
- −HDR varies by model
- −OLED burn-in risk
Gigabyte MO34WQC2
- +34″ QD-OLED ultrawide at $749
- +Dual-mode 1080p @ 350Hz
- +Glossy panel reduces grayish tint
- −No DisplayPort 2.1
- −1800R curve not for everyone
- −OSD joystick fiddly
FAQ: Alienware AW3423DWF vs Gigabyte MO34WQC2
Which is better, Alienware AW3423DWF or Gigabyte MO34WQC2? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Alienware AW3423DWF worth the price? +
At $1,099, Alienware AW3423DWF delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in motion.
Is Gigabyte MO34WQC2 worth the price? +
At $749, Gigabyte MO34WQC2 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in display.
Does Alienware AW3423DWF or Gigabyte MO34WQC2 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for picture quality, Alienware AW3423DWF or Gigabyte MO34WQC2? +
Alienware AW3423DWF — leads on hdr (92 vs 88). Color accuracy and HDR performance.
Which is the better value, Alienware AW3423DWF or Gigabyte MO34WQC2? +
Gigabyte MO34WQC2 — more score per dollar ($749 vs $1,099). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.