Gigabyte MO34WQC2
34″ ultrawide QD-OLED · 175Hz · DP 1.4
Alienware AW3423DWF
34″ · 3440x1440 QD-OLED · 165Hz
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Gigabyte MO34WQC2 lands at 90 and Alienware AW3423DWF at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Gigabyte MO34WQC2 if…
- ✓34″ QD-OLED ultrawide at $749
- ✓Dual-mode 1080p @ 350Hz
- ✓Glossy panel reduces grayish tint
Pick Alienware AW3423DWF if…
- ✓Current panel tech
- ✓Strong factory calibration
- ✓Modern connectivity
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 | Gigabyte MO34WQC2 | Alienware AW3423DWF |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — |
| Panel | — | 3440x1440 QD-OLED |
| Size | — | 34" |
| Refresh | — | 165Hz |
| Release year | — | 2023 |
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
Alienware AW3423DWF
- +Current panel tech
- +Strong factory calibration
- +Modern connectivity
- −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
- −HDR varies by model
- −OLED burn-in risk
FAQ: Gigabyte MO34WQC2 vs Alienware AW3423DWF
Which is better, Gigabyte MO34WQC2 or Alienware AW3423DWF? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Gigabyte MO34WQC2 worth the price? +
At $749, Gigabyte MO34WQC2 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in display.
Is Alienware AW3423DWF worth the price? +
At $1,099, Alienware AW3423DWF delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in motion.
Does Gigabyte MO34WQC2 or Alienware AW3423DWF 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, Gigabyte MO34WQC2 or Alienware AW3423DWF? +
Alienware AW3423DWF — leads on hdr (92 vs 88). Color accuracy and HDR performance.
Which is the better value, Gigabyte MO34WQC2 or Alienware AW3423DWF? +
Gigabyte MO34WQC2 — more score per dollar ($749 vs $1,099). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.