Dell S2425HS
Score: 93/100
Alienware AW2725DM
Score: 90/100Rankings
The Dell S2425HS is a 23.8-inch Full HD IPS monitor that offers a 100 Hz refresh rate, extensive ergonomic adjustments, and eye-comfort certifications. It combines sustainable materials with integrated speakers, making it suitable for office work and casual gaming, though connectivity is limited.
The Alienware AW2725DM is a 27-inch QHD gaming monitor featuring a fast IPS panel with up to 180 Hz refresh, 1 ms GTG response, and dual G-SYNC/FreeSync support. It offers strong color accuracy and ergonomic flexibility but lacks high-brightness HDR and built-in audio.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
23.8 inches | 27 inchesbest | |
100 Hz | 180 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 ms | 1 msbest |
250 nits | 400 nitsbest | |
1,500best | 1,000 | |
99 %best | 95 % | |
2best | 2best | |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(8) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 23.8 inches | 27 inches |
Resolution | 1920x1080 | 2560x1440 |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 100 Hz | 180 Hz |
Response Time (GTG) (ms) | 4 ms | 1 ms |
HDR Support | false | true |
Brightness (nits) | 250 nits | 400 nits |
Contrast Ratio | 1500 | 1000 |
Color Gamut (sRGB %) (%) | 99 % | 95 % |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Height Adjustment Range (mm) | 130 mm | 110 mm |
Audio(1) | ||
Built‑in Speakers | true | false |
Power & Warranty(2) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 14.5 W | 25 W |
Warranty Period (years) | 1 years | 3 years |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight the monitor's high pixel density, 100 Hz refresh rate and 4 ms response time as strong points for productivity and casual gaming. The ergonomic stand is repeatedly praised as a standout feature in the mid-range segment, and the 1500:1 contrast ratio is noted as above average for IPS panels. However, critics point out the missing DisplayPort and limited port selection as significant drawbacks for power users.
Everyday users love the monitor's ergonomic flexibility, anti-glare screen and the fluid feel provided by the 100 Hz panel, often calling the stand a game-changer. Sustainability and the sleek design also receive frequent compliments. Common complaints revolve around the HDMI 1.4 bandwidth limits, modest built-in speaker performance, and a slightly confusing stand assembly process.
Professional reviewers commend the AW2725DM for delivering premium-grade specs-180 Hz refresh, 1 ms response, and a wide 95% DCI-P3 gamut-at a budget-friendly price, and they appreciate the robust ergonomic stand. However, they note the monitor falls short on HDMI 2.1 capabilities and HDR brightness, and they miss the RGB lighting that usually adorns Alienware models.
Everyday users love the buttery-smooth gameplay and the convenience of the joystick OSD, while the adjustable stand and RGB lighting receive frequent praise. The most common complaints revolve around the underwhelming HDR brightness, lack of built-in speakers, and occasional edge glow or HDMI cable quirks.
“HDR is too dim”
“smooth 120 Hz gameplay on PS5, especially in titles like Battlefield 6”
“The joystick OSD makes tweaking settings a breeze.”
