How does Alienware's new QD-OLED gaming monitor compare to other budget gaming options?
Image 1 of 4 Alienware's new AW2726DM is easily the most affordable QD-OLED gaming monitor currently available. The next most affordable option is the Alienware AW2725D at $549.99, notably pushing the max refresh rate up to 280Hz with a few other differences. Here's how the monitor specs compare. Swipe to scroll horizontallyRow 0 - Cell 0 Alienware AW2726DMAlienware AW2725DSize26.7 inches26.7 inchesPanelQD-OLED, anti-reflectiveQD-OLED, anti-reflectiveResolution2560 x 1440 (QHD)2560 x 1440 (QHD)Refresh rate / Response time240Hz / 0.03ms280Hz / 0.03msAdaptive syncAMD FreeSync Premium, VESA Adapt
Why buy the ASUS ROG Swift 32” 4K OLED Gaming Monitor (PG32UCDP)?
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The Yoga Slim 7x has a few different OLED touch displays with either a 1920x1200 (FHD+) or a 2880x1800 (2.8K) resolution. Aside from pixel count, the biggest differences involve brightness and refresh rate. The FHD+ model I have in the review unit tops out at 400 nits (SDR) or 600 nits (HDR); what's advertised is accurate based on my testing with a colorimeter. Unfortunately, the FHD+ version is capped at a 60Hz refresh rate, and there's a fair amount of glare if you're working in a bright space. The 2.8K display hits 120Hz, making it much easier on the eyes, and it also gets significantly bri
The biggest draw to the Alienware AW2726DM is the thin $349.99 price tag. No deals or discounts are required to land that price, and it's not out of the realm of possibility that it could one day drop lower. For comparison sake, the HyperX OMEN OLED 27q, which uses the same Samsung panel as the Alienware, normally costs about $500 but often drops to $400. The next most affordable QD-OLED gaming monitor at Dell, the Alienware AW2725D, costs $500. Here's how the two Alienware monitors compare to help give you an idea of what you're working with. Swipe to scroll horizontallyRow 0 - Cell 0 Alienwa