Dell - 34 Plus USB-C Monitor - S3425DW

Lots of experience with the IPS P3425WE but recommend the VA S3425DW all day, it's just a nicer more capable image in every way. If money isn't a problem then the IPS Black U3425WE is probably even nicer to look at. but its over priced because of Thunderbolt.

I’d probably recommend one of these three: * Dell S3425DW (34-inch display that meets your requirements) * LG 34WQ73A-B (not sure about power delivery for the Mac) * Samsung S65UA In my experience as a software developer, if you’re going to be screen sharing your code with your team members regularly, ultrawides can sometimes cause problems but there are ways around it. When it comes to coding, I really love ultrawides and I generally it's a good experience for most people. I've heard some people like the separate 2 monitor setups more and once they switched to UW they instantly went back so it comes down to personal preference imo. I also recommend using a window management app so it’s easier to organize your windows. Regarding using your laptop alongside the monitor, I’ve seen people do it, but generally, most people run their Macs in clamshell mode with the monitor. It can be done, but in most cases, I’ve heard of people keeping their browser open on the Mac and their music or Slack open on the monitor instead. If you get a flat ultrawide monitor, you’re mostly going to be staring at the middle. Most people don’t end up using the entire screen, which is why they often put things like music or Slack off to the side. My go-to setup is code in the middle, music to the left, and Discord or Slack to the right, with the browser open in the middle on my Mac. Most of the time, however, I just run my Mac in clamshell mode and have a browser and code editor in the center, and then whatever else on the far right. Like I mentioned before, when you use a really big ultrawide, most of the time you’ll end up looking in one general area and not really utilizing the rest of the screen.

Thanks for your detailed review man, I just narrowed it down to AW3425DWM and Dell S3425DW but I think I've decided to go for the alienware specifically for the following (my use case is mac mini & ps5, productivity, entertainment, video/photo/3d/music editing) * 180Hz > 120Hz * Curvature 1500 > 1800 * 10bits > 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) * 95% DCI P3 > sRGB 99% * HDR 10 + DisplayHDR 400 > HDR10 Both share most specs but these listed above are not necessarily deal breakers, they simply help make an easier comparison at the end of the day.

AW3425DWM is technically better but really only marginal in practice. For your specific use case, it won't make a meaningful difference so I would say the Dell S3425DW is the smarter choice for you. I'm not an expert by any means btw lol so here's the [comparison](https://www.displayspecifications.com/en/comparison/f890307aaa)

You work setup and usage is similar to mine. Was very happy with LG 34WQ60C - 34 inch - Curved monitor (used with Hp spectre and lenovo laptops for an year, with mac mini M4 couple of days), but unfortunately broke it accidently while setting up the new desk. Then bought Dell S3425DW 34 Plus USB C Curved Monitor. Its a VA panel. I don't know whether this is usual with VA panel or defective product for me, colour production was soooo bad. After 2 weeks continuous follow up with Dellstore now they initiated to pick it up and refund... Awaiting for the return shipment to reach there. Now I am looking back to LG itself. So far my options are \- 34WQ75C - Mostly I may land here \- 38WR85QC-W (Available in LG website for Rs 99,999, but not delivering to my address and; In Amazon 1.3L. I am checking with dealer around here for better price). If you come across anything, please let me know as well.

Yes agreed, there is little point forking out for a 4K and then having to use it as QHD! I think I am going to pull the trigger on the UWQHD and see how it holds up. Thanks for your help.

I have the DellS3425DW arriving tomorrow! Fingers crossed I don't experience the same issues as you. Dellstore UK has just discounted this model so I was able to buy it for £331. Which, I think, is a good price. The LG 34WQ75C has very limited availability in the UK and is priced at £499, so quite a bit more expensive...

Thanks for all the help everyone. I am going to go with this Dell 34 UWQHD VA panel - https://www.dell.com/en-uk/shop/dell-34-plus-usb-c-monitor-s3425dw/apd/210-bqwr/monitors-monitor-accessories Will let everyone know how I get on!

Hello I just got the new S3425DW through [Amazon.ca](http://Amazon.ca) today. It's on sale currently for C$549.99 + taxes. I tested it with my personal laptop MacBook Pro M3 Pro and work laptop Lenovo Chromebook.   Other than 2-3 dead pixels that I found, so far I'm fairly happy about the performance.  Will have to test it a bit more these few days. I don't spend much time gaming but will test it with ps5 and Nintendo switch (orig ver). I bought the monitor mainly for work as I work on spreadsheets a lot. My LG 27" IPS is nice but need a wider screen to see two sheets side by side. My wife and I occasionally edit videos using FCP on our MacBooks. So far the larger screen helps reduce scrolling through the timeline. The screen is not as bright as I would like it to be given my workspace is next to a couple of windows but so far the price-performance is on par with my expectation for a VA panel. I also considered LG 34" and a similar Alienware model but the former seems to be even less bright than this Dell monitor and the latter doesn't offer a USB-C connectivity if I remember correctly although it's essentially identical with the Dell monitor except for a few features (curve, USB ports, aesthetics etc). The USB-C PD on this monitor is nice so I don't need to attach another USB-C cable to charge my laptop. Also I read from Amazon.ca's reviews that there are potential packaging issues with the AW model where in some instances residuals are left on the panel or even damage it.

Dell S3425DW - yes it has that issue, you cant rly get away from black smearing, it can only be less depending on the panel Dell U3425WE - that was probably the best 34" option if you dont care about gaming and HDR

I have a 34 inch Dell Ultrawide, pixel density is great! I wish mine was an IPS, but at least it is a VA and not TN.

I guess it depends on the productivity.  I have no trouble doing cartography on the Odyssey G9, but I didn’t care for the brief experience of a 1800r curved Dell.

Drop the HDR and you will be fine. Or switch to VA. I personally went VA and have no regrets. No black smearing since it’s 165hz and a good model. People really oversell the black smearing for some reason. Dell’s newest model 34” ultrawide is still VA…. Either that or go OLED! Which, really is an amazing technology as well.