World first QD-OLED monitor from Dell and Samsung (34 inch Ultrawide 175hz)

[Haggisman]

Oh I've also found that there are two strong magnets on the underside of the monitor. not sure what use they serve but my magnetic tail-capped torch has a convenient place to keep itself stored now and the USB port on the monitor makes for easy charging too lol:



Both magnets are in the same position on the left and right of the monitor's underside. Def magnets not pieces of metal chassis because the torch repels on one end of each magnet.

IIRC Dell do a magnetic soundbar/monitor speakers, so it might be for that?

 

[Mayh3M]

Not scuff marks but residue stains across the bottom of the screen maybe left over from a quick wipe over. I used a glass/mirror cleaning spray to remove them.

Dell offered to take 10% off or organise an exchange. I'm going for the exchange but it seems a lot of these screens suffer from this issue so if the second one isn't great, I won't try again!

 

[bimbleuk]

Dell offered to take 10% off or organise an exchange. I'm going for the exchange but it seems a lot of these screens suffer from this issue so if the second one isn't great, I won't try again!

Damn Samsung syndrome I was hoping we could avoid these quality issues that plague the QLED monitors!

 

[spike2011]

Received my monitor today at 3.30 pm from UPS.

Box was in perfect condition, monitor looks perfect no marks.

Been messing about with it for last two hours just WOW everything looks so good and even fits on my desk thought the monitor would have a bigger footprint.
Worth the long four month wait and three days of frustration from UPS.

No scuff marks on mine got lucky screen is perfectly clean, monitor manufactured May 2022.

 

[mrk]

IIRC Dell do a magnetic soundbar/monitor speakers, so it might be for that?

Interesting, could well be although I'd imagine it would block the joystick controller in the middle!

 

[mrk]

One thing I have noticed is a positive boost in eye comfort when using the monitor in complete darkness. Because it is OLED, the light flood illuminating the desk feels more natural compared to an LED backlight that all LCDs have, and because it's OLED, my eyes feel more comfortable and less strained because of the clarity and lack of backlight. Everything just feels pure/natural.

This really is a game changer, and I've had this since launch and still amazed by it!

 

[Iron Man]

Just finally tested out my replacement and no dead pixels or anything out of place. The monitor had some faint dust marks around the monitor but a micro fiber cloth got rid of them. I’m hoping I don’t get the same issue I had before where the top layer of the monitor seems to wear away in various places. Fingers crossed but happy with Dell so far even though they sent the monitor to an old address despite saying they would check with me before sending it!

 

[Iron Man]

One thing I have noticed is a positive boost in eye comfort when using the monitor in complete darkness. Because it is OLED, the light flood illuminating the desk feels more natural compared to an LED backlight that all LCDs have, and because it's OLED, my eyes feel more comfortable and less strained because of the clarity and lack of backlight. Everything just feels pure/natural.

This really is a game changer, and I've had this since launch and still amazed by it!

Yeah it’s truly an amazing experience. Glad I got this instead of the c2.

 

[peahead]

Probably been answered already but do Dell take payment up front or on dispatch ?

 

[Cods-Nostril]

On dispatch matey. mines coming tomorrow (was suppose to be today but normal UPS delay) and they just took the payment tonight.

 

[Jaycensolo]

If anyone is thinking of buying the AW3423DW and have a Santander account can get up to £80 cash back. It is save 10% with a maximum of up to £80.

Here is the link to it - UKHOTDEALS- Dell Offer

It is always nice to save a bit of money.

Edit - Just checked and Lloyds have the same deal.

 

[Noxia]

Yeah it’s truly an amazing experience. Glad I got this instead of the c2.

Out of interest, what do you think this monitor is giving you that the C2 wouldn't?

 

[mrk]

I'll jump in and say more accurate and natural colours due to being QD-OLED, as pure as white can get, more immersion due to a curved panel, longer lasting due to being QD-OLED. Add to that, Gsync Ultimate, 144/175Hz.

 

[Noxia]

I'll jump in and say more accurate and natural colours due to being QD-OLED, as pure as white can get, more immersion due to a curved panel, longer lasting due to being QD-OLED. Add to that, Gsync Ultimate, 144/175Hz.

Thank you, I was wondering if there was something I was missing and I see how those can be attractive. IF this panel was proper 4k or UW 4k (does that even exist) I'd probably have bitten. It would have solved some logistical issues that the 42" caused me for sure. I also suspect that its a case of higher pixel density on the monitor? So maybe my fears of loss of detail compared to true 4k were misguided. It's a great step forward anyway, I am so glad PC users are able to get the benefits of OLED without having to take on some ridiculous size or set up a pc in the living room.

Will be interesting to see what else comes down the line. I think for me I would love a 34-38 non ultrawide 4k QLED, then I could use the C2 elsewhere.

Unrelated: I hate how it seems a new monitor is released every other week which is just the same panel as another one with different branding.

 

[mrk]

Yeah the new release of same panels etc is not really a new thing, happened for years now with IPS panels and the like. I forgot to add that Samsung' QD-OLED comes with 3 years of warranty that also includes burn-in, that alone might sway many folks.

 

[Noxia]

Oddly I have seen absolutely nothing about the Samsung one, only the Alienware, which is odd considering. I assumed they would launch their own version? Or is it the panel itself that has a 3 year warranty.

 

[TNA]

If anyone is thinking of buying the AW3423DW and have a Santander account can get up to £80 cash back. It is save 10% with a maximum of up to £80.

Here is the link to it - UKHOTDEALS- Dell Offer

It is always nice to save a bit of money.

Edit - Just checked and Lloyds have the same deal.

Yep. I did that a few months ago and recently got paid the £80

 

[Robert896r1]

I'll jump in and say more accurate and natural colours due to being QD-OLED, as pure as white can get, more immersion due to a curved panel, longer lasting due to being QD-OLED. Add to that, Gsync Ultimate, 144/175Hz.

Much better ABL behavior. 240nits vs 180nits at 100%

Uniformity way better as well.

 

[Haggisman]

Well, looks like since I'm not happy with the replacement, Dell are now only giving me the option to return my monitor for a full refund. Given the ridiculous discount I got on it, and the lack of any comparable alternative, I guess they have me over a barrel

 

[Noxia]

Well, looks like since I'm not happy with the replacement, Dell are now only giving me the option to return my monitor for a full refund. Given the ridiculous discount I got on it, and the lack of any comparable alternative, I guess they have me over a barrel

A shame these seem to have so many issues from such a small amount of buyers just on here.