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Alienware 39 5K OLED (AW3926QW)

Reviewers praise the Alienware AW3926QW for its high-resolution 5K2K display and competitive pricing in the premium ultrawide monitor market.

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Review consensus

The Alienware 39 5K OLED (AW3926QW) is a 39-inch ultrawide gaming monitor featuring a 5,120-by-2,160 (5K2K) resolution and an RGB Stripe Tandem OLED panel. Priced at $1,099, it offers a 165Hz native refresh rate with a dual-mode option that boosts the refresh rate to 330Hz at a lower 2,560-by-1,080 resolution. The monitor supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and is Nvidia G-Sync compatible, with DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification. Connectivity options include DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1, and USB-C with 90W power delivery. Reviewers highlight the monitor's sharp image quality and competitive pricing compared to similar ultrawide displays. While the display is praised for its color accuracy and design, some testers noted minor uniformity issues and a relatively high power draw. The monitor features a 1500R curvature and a glossy screen finish, which enhances color but may be less effective at diffusing direct light than matte alternatives.

Where reviews agree

  • Reviewers agree that the 5K2K resolution provides excellent image sharpness and productivity benefits.
  • The monitor is widely considered to be competitively priced compared to other 39-inch 5K2K OLED alternatives.
  • The RGB Stripe Tandem panel is recognized for delivering high color accuracy and improved text clarity.
  • The dual-mode feature is noted as a useful, albeit resolution-limited, option for competitive gaming.

Best for

  • The monitor is best suited for users who require a large, high-resolution ultrawide display for a mix of gaming and productivity tasks.

Tradeoffs

  • The glossy screen finish may struggle with direct light reflections compared to matte displays.
  • The monitor exhibits a comparatively high power draw during operation.
  • Some users may encounter minor panel uniformity issues.

Tech4K coverage

Sources

  1. PCMagAlienware 39 5K OLED (AW3926QW) Review: Next-Gen Panel Tech Takes the Crown for Ultrawides
  2. PC GamerAlienware AW3926QW review
  3. Tom's HardwareAlienware AW3926QW 39-inch WUHD OLED gaming monitor review: Premium play and imagery in a large format
  4. Club386Alienware AW3926QW review: an awesome 39in ultrawide OLED gaming monitor
  5. XDAThe Alienware AW3926QW proved ultrawide gaming isn't a luxury — it's a productivity superpower
  6. StuffMy graphics card wasn’t ready for Alienware’s outstanding AW3926QW ultrawide 5K OLED
  7. T3Alienware AW3926QW review: My favourite monitor of the year so far