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Dell Alienware 27 240Hz QD-OLED (AW2726DM) vs Dell Alienware 32 4K QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (AW3225QF)

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DellAlienware 27 240Hz QD-OLED (AW2726DM)DellAlienware 32 4K QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (AW3225QF)
Overview
ReleasedApril 2026January 2024
Display
Screen size26.5″31.6″
Resolution2560 × 1440 (QHD)3840 × 2160 (4K)
Sharpness111 pixels per inch139 pixels per inch
PanelQD-OLEDQD-OLED
Refresh rate240 Hz240 Hz
Response time (grey to grey)0.03 ms0.03 ms
Brightness (typical)200 nits250 nits
HDR peak brightness400 nits1,000 nits
HDR certification–DisplayHDR True Black 400
HDR formatsHDR10Dolby Vision, VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400
Contrast ratio1,500,000:11,500,000:1
Colour range99% DCI-P399% DCI-P3 (CIE 1976)
DCI-P3 coverage99%99%
Colour accuracy (Delta E)–Below 2
Screen finishGlossy–
ShapeFlatCurved (1700R)
Adaptive syncFreeSync Premium, VESA AdaptiveSync, HDMI VRRG-Sync Compatible, VESA AdaptiveSync
Colour depth1.07 billion colours1.07 billion colours
Colour accuracy–ΔE2000 < 2 (average) in sRGB and DCI-P3 preset modes
HDR detail400 cd/m² peak (Dell UK); HDR10; Smart HDR modes Desktop, Movie HDR and Game HDRVESA DisplayHDR 400 True Black, Dolby Vision; 450 cd/m² (TB400), 1,000 cd/m² HDR peak
Variable refresh range48–240 Hz over DisplayPort; 48–120 Hz over HDMI (vertical scan range)–
Viewing angles178° horizontal, 178° vertical (typical)178° horizontal, 178° vertical (typical)
Pixel pitch0.2292 mm x 0.2292 mm0.1814 mm x 0.1814 mm
Eye careHardware low blue light (TÜV Rheinland Category 3); TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort 3.0 (3 star); flicker-free–
Burn-in protectionPixel refresh and panel health indicator–
Connections
Video inputs2 × HDMI 2.1 (TMDS), DisplayPort 1.42 × HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4
USB-C chargingNoneNone
USB ports–3 × USB-A, USB-C
EthernetNoNo
SpeakersNoNo
HDMI detail2 x HDMI (HDCP 1.4 & 2.3), up to 2560 x 1440 at 120 Hz with HDR and VRR as specified in HDMI 2.1 (TMDS)2 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 & 2.3), up to 2560 x 1440 at 240 Hz with HDR, DSC 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
Audio out3.5 mm headphone jack–
Design
Stand adjustsHeight, tilt, swivel, pivotHeight, tilt, swivel
VESA mountYesYes
Weight with stand5.9 kg9.35 kg
Height adjustment130 mm0–110 mm
Tilt-5° to 21°-5° to 21°
Swivel-360° to 360°-20° to 20°
Pivot-90° to 90°None (don't use in portrait)
VESA pattern100 x 100 mm100 x 100 mm
Size with stand609.31 x 233.40 x 393.32–523.32 mm (W x D x H)715.56 x 305.72 x 472.77–582.77 mm (W x D x H)
Size without stand609.31 x 41.95 x 354.30 mm (W x D x H)715.56 x 106.44 x 421.92 mm (W x D x H)
Weight without stand3.90 kg6 kg
ColoursBlack–
Power and support
Power use21 W on mode, 0.3 W standby, 0.3 W off, 70 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 classE–
Power supply100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.5 A (maximum)–
CertificationsTÜV 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 hardware with Advanced Exchange Service and Premium Panel Exchange (UK)3 years limited (UK)
In the boxStand, Allen key and four M4 screws, power cable, DisplayPort cable (1.8 m), HDMI 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

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