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Alienware AW3926QW Review: 39-Inch 5K2K OLED Ultrawide Monitor

other · 2026-08-03

The AW3926QW from Alienware is a 39-inch ultrawide OLED display boasting a 5K2K resolution of 5120 x 2160, which enhances pixel density by 30% compared to 34-inch variants. Retailing for $1,100, it serves as a middle ground between 34-inch and 45-inch monitors. This model incorporates an RGB Stripe tandem OLED panel from LG, making it one of only two ultrawide monitors to feature this technology. It delivers impressive contrast, with a peak SDR brightness of 300 nits and a claimed peak HDR brightness of 1,300 nits. The color gamut covers 99% of DCI-P3 and 93% of AdobeRGB. Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.1 ports, one DisplayPort 2.1, and USB-C. While its refresh rate is 165 Hz, a 330 Hz mode is available at a resolution of 2560 x 1080.

Key facts

  • Alienware AW3926QW is a 39-inch ultrawide OLED monitor with 5K2K resolution (5120 x 2160).
  • It offers roughly 30% higher pixel density than 34-inch ultrawide alternatives.
  • Priced near $1,100, it is cheaper than LG's UltraGear Evo GX9, which debuted at $1,800 and retails around $1,600.
  • The monitor uses an RGB Stripe tandem OLED panel produced by LG, also used in LG's UltraGear Evo GX9.
  • Peak SDR brightness is 300 nits; HDR peak is quoted at 1,300 nits, with measured peak of 1,011 nits.
  • Color gamut covers 99% DCI-P3 and 93% AdobeRGB.
  • Connectivity includes two HDMI 2.1, one DisplayPort 2.1 UHBR20, and one USB-C with DisplayPort 2.1 and 90W power delivery.
  • Refresh rate is 165 Hz native, with a 330 Hz mode at 2560 x 1080 resolution.
  • The stand offers 4.3 inches of height adjustment but wobbles at maximum height.
  • The review calls it one of the best new monitors of 2026, filling a gap in the ultrawide market.

Entities

Institutions

  • Alienware
  • LG
  • Asus
  • Wired
  • Samsung
  • MSI

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