Alienware AW2523HF
Score: 88/100
Dell S3225QS
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Alienware AW2523HF is a 24.5-inch Full HD monitor built for esports, delivering a 360 Hz refresh rate, 0.5 ms response time and strong color accuracy, with a highly adjustable stand and extensive USB connectivity.
The Dell 32 Plus 4K Monitor delivers a large, high-resolution VA panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate, strong color coverage and built-in speakers, while offering a fully adjustable stand and eye-comfort features. It lacks modern USB-C connectivity and some users note a wobbly stand and the typical VA viewing-angle limitations.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
24.5 inches | 31.5 inchesbest | |
360 Hzbest | 120 Hz | |
400 nitsbest | 300 nits | |
1,000 ratio | 1,500 ratiobest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.5 msbest | 4 ms |
2 countbest | 2 countbest | |
1 countbest | 1 countbest | |
0 countbest | 0 countbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(8) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 24.5 inches | 31.5 inches |
Resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 360 Hz | 120 Hz |
Panel Type | IPS | VA |
Brightness (nits) | 400 nits | 300 nits |
Contrast Ratio (ratio) | 1000 ratio | 1500 ratio |
Response Time (ms) | 0.5 ms | 4 ms |
Color Gamut | 99% sRGB | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
Audio(1) | ||
Built‑in Speakers | false | true |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Height Adjustment (mm) | 110 mm | 100 mm |
Warranty & Power(2) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 36 months | 12 months |
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 16.31 W | 32 W |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers laud the AW2523HF for its blistering 360 Hz refresh rate, 0.5 ms response time and low input lag, while noting that HDR adds little value and the color gamut is limited to sRGB.
Everyday users consistently rate the monitor around 4.8/5, praising its ultra-smooth gameplay and ergonomic stand, but note the absence of speakers, ineffective HDR and lack of USB-C.
Professional reviewers praise the S3225QS for delivering premium-class 4K resolution at a 120 Hz refresh rate, solid color performance and a comfortable ergonomic stand, while noting the VA panel's slower dark-scene response and missing USB-C.
Everyday users rate the monitor highly (average 4.6/5), highlighting the jump to 120 Hz, sharp picture and good speakers, but complain about the wobbly stand and lack of USB-C.
“Incredibly smooth gameplay”
“Zero screen tearing”
“The USB hub is super handy for my peripherals”
