Alienware
Alienware AW3423DWF
34″ · 3440x1440 QD-OLED · 165Hz
90
/ 100
From $1,099
VS
Gigabyte
Gigabyte MO34WQC2
34″ ultrawide QD-OLED · 175Hz · DP 1.4
90
/ 100
From $749
Specdex verdict
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
Alienware AW3423DWF 90
vs 90 Gigabyte MO34WQC2
Score breakdown
Alienware AW3423DWF
90 color 90
motion 96
hdr 92
features 88
display 0
gaming 0
ergonomics 0
value 0
Gigabyte MO34WQC2
90 color 0
motion 92
hdr 88
features 0
display 95
gaming 95
ergonomics 84
value 92
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
Pros
- +Current panel tech
- +Strong factory calibration
- +Modern connectivity
Cons
- −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
- −HDR varies by model
- −OLED burn-in risk
Gigabyte MO34WQC2
Pros
- +34″ QD-OLED ultrawide at $749
- +Dual-mode 1080p @ 350Hz
- +Glossy panel reduces grayish tint
Cons
- −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.