Buying Guide
The Best Ultrawide OLED Gaming Monitors
Three monitors ranked on refresh rate and screen size, where the AW3425DW has the highest refresh rate, and it also costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
11 min read3 products evaluated
Ultrawide OLEDs combine a wider field of view with OLED contrast. Every pick is an OLED at 3440x1440 or wider, ordered from the lowest price.
Rankings weigh refresh rate, resolution and size as the makers state them; if a maker skips color gamut, the guide says so rather than guess, since we have not benched them.
Quick Picks
Our 3 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Fastest Refresh
Alienware 34 QD-OLED AW3425DW
The highest refresh rate here (240Hz).
Best for: Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Our take Check price for Alienware 34 QD-OLED AW3425DW (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED
An 1800R QD-OLED curve.
Best for: Buyers who want 1800R QD-OLED curve.
Our take Check price for Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED (opens in a new tab)
Largest Screen Size
Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 (G91SD) 49-inch
The largest screen size here (49 inches).
Best for: Buyers who put screen size first.
Our take Check price for Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 (G91SD) 49-inch (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The highest refresh rate here (240Hz). | Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates. | Check price for Alienware 34 QD-OLED AW3425DW (opens in a new tab) |
| An 1800R QD-OLED curve. | Buyers who want 1800R QD-OLED curve. | Check price for Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED (opens in a new tab) |
| The largest screen size here (49 inches). | Buyers who put screen size first. | Check price for Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 (G91SD) 49-inch (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Fastest Refresh1 of 3
Alienware 34 QD-OLED AW3425DW on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Alienware's AW3425DW puts a 34.2-inch QD-OLED ultrawide at 240Hz with 99% DCI-P3 coverage.
Best for
- Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates.
Skip if
- Pass on it if oLED burn-in risk with static desktop element rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
It pairs OLED contrast with a wide field of view. On refresh rate it leads this guide at 240Hz, ahead of the AW3423DWF (165Hz). Its 34.2 inches screen size ranks second of 3 here, behind the Odyssey OLED G9 (49 inches) and ahead of the AW3423DWF (34 inches).
It shares a 3440x1440 resolution with the AW3423DWF; the Odyssey OLED G9 goes with a 5120x1440 resolution. It also comes with 1000 nits peak HDR brightness. Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk. No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the AW3423DWF was closest.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 3440x1440
- Size: 34.2 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR True Black 400
- Color gamut: 99% DCI-P3
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification
- 99% DCI-P3 colour coverage
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Screen size of 34.2 inches, behind the Odyssey OLED G9 (49 inches)
Also Consider2 of 3
Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Alienware's AW3423DWF is a 34-inch QD-OLED ultrawide at 165Hz with 99.3% DCI-P3 coverage.
Best for
- Buyers who want 1800R QD-OLED curve.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
Its stand adjusts for height, tilt, swivel and slant. Its 165Hz refresh rate ranks second of 3 here, behind the AW3425DW (240Hz) and ahead of the Odyssey OLED G9 (144Hz). On screen size it trails the group at 34 inches, while the Odyssey OLED G9 comes in at 49 inches.
Like the AW3425DW, it has a 3440x1440 resolution, while the Odyssey OLED G9 uses a 5120x1440 resolution. It also offers an 1800R QD-OLED curve and switchable DCI-P3 and sRGB modes. Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk. On price it sat second of 3, between the cheaper AW3425DW and the pricier Odyssey OLED G9, at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 165Hz
- Resolution: 3440x1440
- Size: 34 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.1ms
- Color gamut: 99.3% DCI-P3
- Stand: height, tilt, swivel and slant
Pros
- 165Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- 99.3% DCI-P3 colour coverage
- a stand with height, tilt, swivel and slant
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Screen size trails the Odyssey OLED G9 (49 inches)
- Costs more than the AW3425DW at the time of writing
Largest Screen Size3 of 3
Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 (G91SD) 49-inch on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Samsung's Odyssey OLED G9 is a 49-inch 5120x1440 QD-OLED at 144Hz.
Best for
- Buyers who put screen size first.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: oLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements.
Why we like it
It replaces two 27-inch 1440p screens with one curved panel. On refresh rate it trails the group at 144Hz, while the AW3425DW offers 240Hz. Its 49 inches screen size is the largest here; the AW3425DW comes next at 34.2 inches.
A 5120x1440 resolution is unique to it among these picks, while the AW3423DWF uses a 3440x1440 resolution. You also get a height-adjustable stand. Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk.
At our last price check it topped the group, with the AW3423DWF the nearest cheaper option. Refresh rate is its weakest area, and the AW3425DW covers it better at 240Hz.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 144Hz
- Resolution: 5120x1440
- Size: 49 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
Pros
- 144Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- 49-inch Dual QHD panel
- 110 pixels per inch
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Refresh rate trails the AW3425DW (240Hz)
- Costs more than the AW3425DW at the time of writing
How We Chose These Ultrawide OLED Gaming Monitors
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- What we compared
- We compared three monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel from manufacturer specifications. We did not test them in-house.
- What every pick has in common
- All 3, from the AW3425DW to the Odyssey OLED G9, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size and share QD-OLED panel.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Odyssey OLED G9 gives no color gamut.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the AW3425DW ($500 to $1000) to the Odyssey OLED G9 ($1000 to $1500).
What to Look for in an Ultrawide OLED Gaming Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
How much refresh rate you need
Here refresh rate runs from 144Hz on the Odyssey OLED G9 to 240Hz on the AW3425DW. Start with the AW3425DW if refresh rate decides it.
Screen size
Here screen size runs from 34 inches on the AW3423DWF to 49 inches on the Odyssey OLED G9. For less, the AW3425DW is the runner-up at 34.2 inches.
Response
The AW3425DW and the Odyssey OLED G9 list 0.03ms; the AW3423DWF lists 0.1ms. Rule out the mismatches before looking at price.
Setup checks
Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk.
Extras that separate them
The AW3425DW: 1000 nits peak HDR brightness. The AW3423DWF: switchable DCI-P3 and sRGB modes. The Odyssey OLED G9: 110 pixels per inch.
Pick the panel type
IPS offers wide viewing angles and good colour. VA has higher contrast but slower dark transitions. OLED has perfect blacks and very fast response but carries a burn-in risk with static content.
How to Choose an Ultrawide OLED Gaming Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Esports players with a GPU that can feed high frame rates | AW3425DW | The highest refresh rate here (240Hz) |
| Buyers who want 1800R QD-OLED curve | AW3423DWF | An 1800R QD-OLED curve |
| Buyers who put screen size first | Odyssey OLED G9 | The largest screen size here (49 inches) |
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Key specs side by side
The AW3425DW leads on refresh rate at 240Hz, ahead of the AW3423DWF at 165Hz.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AW3425DW | 240Hz | 3440x1440 | 34.2 inches | QD-OLED |
| AW3423DWF | 165Hz | 3440x1440 | 34 inches | QD-OLED |
| Odyssey OLED G9 | 144Hz | 5120x1440 | 49 inches | QD-OLED |
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By price at the time of writing
The AW3425DW was the lowest-priced pick and the Odyssey OLED G9 the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $500 to $1000 | AW3425DW, AW3423DWF |
| About $1000 to $1500 | Odyssey OLED G9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the highest refresh rate: the AW3425DW or the AW3423DWF?
The AW3425DW leads at 240Hz, with the AW3423DWF at 165Hz. The Odyssey OLED G9 is at the other end of this group with 144Hz.
Is the Odyssey OLED G9 ahead of the AW3425DW on screen size?
The Odyssey OLED G9 leads at 49 inches, with the AW3425DW at 34.2 inches. The AW3423DWF is at the other end of this group with 34 inches.
What does the Odyssey OLED G9 add over the AW3425DW?
On paper it adds screen size (49 inches against 34.2 inches). It does not win everywhere: the AW3425DW still leads on refresh rate (240Hz). The AW3425DW was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
Why is the Odyssey OLED G9 our Largest Screen Size pick?
It earns the label for the largest screen size here (49 inches). It suits anyone who put screen size first.
Do the AW3425DW and the Odyssey OLED G9 differ on resolution?
The AW3425DW and the AW3423DWF use 3440x1440; the Odyssey OLED G9 uses 5120x1440.
Will the Odyssey OLED G9 work with my setup?
Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk. In this guide it ranks third of 3, as our Largest Screen Size pick.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the AW3425DW. Look at the AW3423DWF for an 1800R QD-OLED curve and the Odyssey OLED G9 for the largest screen size here (49 inches) if those matter more to you.
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