What the specs actually mean
| Spec | Figure | What it actually means |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rate | 180Hz at 4K / 360Hz at 1080p | Above roughly 165Hz the returns fall off hard for everyone who is not being paid to play. The 4K mode is the one you'll use daily. |
| Response time | ~1ms GtG (measured) | Manufacturer response figures are fiction. Measured overshoot-corrected numbers are the only ones worth reading. |
| Contrast | ~1,150:1 | Typical for IPS. In a lit room you won't care. In a dark room, this is the compromise you're making. |
Refresh rate
180Hz at 4K / 360Hz at 1080pAbove roughly 165Hz the returns fall off hard for everyone who is not being paid to play. The 4K mode is the one you'll use daily.
Response time
~1ms GtG (measured)Manufacturer response figures are fiction. Measured overshoot-corrected numbers are the only ones worth reading.
Contrast
~1,150:1Typical for IPS. In a lit room you won't care. In a dark room, this is the compromise you're making.
The bottom line
Buy the Alienware. If you play in the dark and never edit a spreadsheet on this screen, buy the LG OLED and accept the fringing.
Sources & evidence
What this verdict is built on. Sample build — these are placeholder references, not real citations.
Measured response time and overshoot, 2026 gaming panels
Display measurement lab (placeholder)
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