Dell S2722DC
Score: 83/100
Alienware AW3425DW
Score: 87/100Rankings
The Alienware AW3425DW is a 34.2-inch curved QD-OLED ultrawide monitor with a blazing 240 Hz refresh rate and near-instant 0.03 ms response, providing immersive HDR gaming. Its substantial weight and lack of integrated speakers may deter users seeking portability or all-in-one solutions. Targeted at elite gamers and creators demanding top-tier visual performance.
The Dell S2722DC is a 27-inch QHD IPS monitor with a 75 Hz refresh rate, USB-C docking and AMD FreeSync, targeting mobile professionals and casual gamers. Its modest 75 Hz panel and lack of HDR limit high-performance gaming and bright-room usage. Best for laptop users who want a single-cable dock and solid color accuracy.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
27 inches | 34.2 inchesbest | |
75 Hz | 240 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 ms | 0.03 msbest |
350 nitsbest | 250 nits | |
1,000 | 1,500,000best | |
2best | 1 | |
99 % | 100 %best | |
— | 1best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(8) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 27 inches | 34.2 inches |
Resolution | 2560x1440 | 3440x1440 |
Panel Type | IPS | QD-OLED |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 75 Hz | 240 Hz |
Response Time (ms) | 4 ms | 0.03 ms |
Brightness (nits) | 350 nits | 250 nits |
Contrast Ratio | 1000 | 1500000 |
Color Gamut (%) | 99 % | 100 % |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 2 | 1 |
Audio(1) | ||
Built‑in Speakers | true | false |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (with stand) (kg) | 5.4 kg | 8.14 kg |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 612 x 400 x 175 mm mm | 231.9x555.94x805.43 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers emphasize the Dell S2722DC's strength as a docking-centric monitor, lauding its single-cable USB-C hub that supplies video, data and 65 W power, its inclusion of AMD FreeSync for smoother casual gaming, and its fully adjustable ergonomic stand. The lack of HDR and a modest 75 Hz refresh are noted as trade-offs, but overall the monitor is positioned as a solid choice for mobile professionals seeking a tidy, all-in-one display solution.
Everyday users echo the professional sentiment, praising the convenience of the 65 W USB-C charging, the ease of a single-cable setup, and the ergonomic flexibility. No major complaints surface in the available data, with users highlighting the monitor's suitability for laptop docking and casual entertainment.
Professional reviewers regard the AW3425DW as a flagship gaming display, lauding its QD-OLED panel for unrivaled contrast and color fidelity, while the 240 Hz refresh and 0.03 ms response deliver elite responsiveness.
