Request a product

Dell Alienware 27 280Hz (AW2726DL) vs Dell Alienware 32 4K QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (AW3225QF)

Every spec side by side, from each maker's published figures.

Better figure, where one is clearly better

DellAlienware 27 280Hz (AW2726DL)DellAlienware 32 4K QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (AW3225QF)
Overview
ReleasedApril 2026January 2024
Display
Screen size27″31.6″
Resolution2560 × 1440 (QHD)3840 × 2160 (4K)
Sharpness109 pixels per inch139 pixels per inch
PanelIPSQD-OLED
Refresh rate280 Hz240 Hz
Response time (grey to grey)1 ms0.03 ms
Brightness (typical)400 nits250 nits
HDR peak brightness–1,000 nits
HDR certification–DisplayHDR True Black 400
HDR formatsHDR10Dolby Vision, VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400
Contrast ratio1,000:11,500,000:1
Colour range93% DCI-P399% DCI-P3 (CIE 1976)
DCI-P3 coverage93%99%
Colour accuracy (Delta E)–Below 2
Screen finishMatte–
ShapeFlatCurved (1700R)
Adaptive syncFreeSync Premium, VESA AdaptiveSync, HDMI VRRG-Sync Compatible, VESA AdaptiveSync
Colour depth1.07 billion colours (8-bit + FRC)1.07 billion colours
Colour accuracy–ΔE2000 < 2 (average) in sRGB and DCI-P3 preset modes
HDR detailHDR10VESA DisplayHDR 400 True Black, Dolby Vision; 450 cd/m² (TB400), 1,000 cd/m² HDR peak
Response time detail1 ms (Extreme), 2 ms (Super Fast), 4 ms (Fast) grey to grey–
Variable refresh range48–280 Hz (vertical scan range)–
Viewing angles178° horizontal, 178° vertical (typical)178° horizontal, 178° vertical (typical)
Pixel pitch0.2331 mm x 0.2331 mm (109 ppi)0.1814 mm x 0.1814 mm
Eye careHardware low blue light (TÜV Rheinland Category 3); TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort 3.0 (3 star); flicker-free–
Connections
Video inputsHDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.42 × HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4
USB-C chargingNoneNone
USB ports–3 × USB-A, USB-C
EthernetNoNo
SpeakersNoNo
HDMI detail1 x HDMI (HDCP 1.4 and 2.3), up to 2560 x 1440 at 280 Hz with FRL, HDR and VRR as specified in HDMI 2.12 x HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 1.4 and 2.3), up to 3840 x 2160 at 240 Hz FRL, HDR and VRR; one with eARC for Dolby Atmos pass-through
DisplayPort detail1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (HDCP 1.4 and 2.3), up to 2560 x 1440 at 280 Hz with DSC, HDR and AdaptiveSync1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (HDCP 1.4 and 2.3), up to 3840 x 2160 at 240 Hz with DSC and HDR
USB hub detail–USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) hub with one USB-B upstream; 2 x USB-A on the back; 1 x USB-A and 1 x USB-C (BC1.2 charging) in the quick access ports
Design
Stand adjustsHeight, tilt, swivel, pivotHeight, tilt, swivel
VESA mountYesYes
Weight with stand5.01 kg9.35 kg
Height adjustment130 mm0–110 mm
Tilt-5° to 21°-5° to 21°
Swivel-173° to 173°-20° to 20°
Pivot-90° to 90°None (don't use in portrait)
VESA pattern100 x 100 mm100 x 100 mm
Size with stand613.50 x 214.70 x 381.06–511.06 mm (W x D x H)715.56 x 305.72 x 472.77–582.77 mm (W x D x H)
Size without stand613.50 x 48.10 x 358.50 mm (W x D x H)715.56 x 106.44 x 421.92 mm (W x D x H)
Weight without stand3.30 kg6 kg
ColoursBlack–
Power and support
Power use25 W on mode, 0.3 W standby, 0.3 W off, 58 W maximum42.5 W on mode, 0.5 W standby, 0.3 W off, 190 W maximum
Software–Alienware Command Center, Dell Display and Peripheral Manager
Energy classF–
Power supply100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.5 A (maximum)–
CertificationsAMD FreeSync Premium, VESA AdaptiveSync Display, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort 3.0 (3 star), TÜV Rheinland hardware low blue light (Category 3)VESA DisplayHDR 400 True Black, NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible, VESA AdaptiveSync Display
Warranty3 years limited with Advanced Exchange Service (UK)3 years limited (UK)
In the boxStand, Allen key and four M4 screws, power cable, DisplayPort cable (1.8 m)Stand riser and base, power cable, HDMI 2.1 FRL cable, DisplayPort 1.4 cable, USB 3.2 Gen 1 upstream cable, microfibre cloth

More comparisons