Alienware AW3225QF 32" vs LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45"
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Alienware AW3225QF 32"
31.6" · 3840×2160 · QD-OLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 63cm
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LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45"
44.5" · 5120×2160 · OLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 70cm
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Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)67in category
Alienware AW3225QF 32"139 PPI #41
LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45"125 PPI #44
93 PPI224 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness67in category
Alienware AW3225QF 32"1000 nits #7
LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45"1300 nits #3
250 nits2000 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut63in category
Alienware AW3225QF 32"98% #31
LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45"98% #31
79%100%
Refresh Rate
Alienware AW3225QF 32"240 Hz
LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45"165 Hz
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Summary
- Sharpness: advantage Alienware AW3225QF 32" — At 65cm, the Alienware AW3225QF 32" is retina (139 PPI) while the LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45" is not — you need to sit at least 70cm away for pixel-free viewing.
- Brightness: advantage LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45" — Similar SDR brightness (260 vs 275 nits), but the LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45" leads in HDR peak (1300 vs 1000 nits).
Key Differences
| Specification | Alienware AW3225QF 32" | LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45" |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 139 | 125 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 63cm | 70cm |
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 98% · Adobe RGB 97% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 98% · Adobe RGB 94% |
| Screen Size | 31.6" | 44.5" |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 5120×2160 |
| SDR Brightness | 260 nits | 275 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1000 nits | 1300 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 | 1:1,500,000 |
| Year | 2024 | 2025 |
All specifications
| Specification | Alienware AW3225QF 32" 2024 | LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45" 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 31.6" | 44.5" (Better) |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 5120×2160 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 139 (Better) | 125 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 63cm (Better) | 70cm |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED | OLED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz (Better) | 165 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | G-SYNC Compatible | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Response Time | 0.0 ms GTG | 0.0 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| SDR Brightness | 260 nits | 275 nits (Better) |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1000 nits | 1300 nits (Better) |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 | 1:1,500,000 (Better) |
| Ports | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | — | 90 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 98% · Adobe RGB 97% (Better) | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 98% · Adobe RGB 94% |
| Year | 2024 | 2025 (Better) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Alienware AW3225QF 32" or LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45"?
The Alienware AW3225QF 32" has 139 PPI compared to 125 PPI for the LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Alienware AW3225QF 32" requires 63cm vs 70cm for the LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45" to reach retina quality.
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Methodology & Sources
Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.
Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.
Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).
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