MWC 2025 | Alienware releases a new 27-inch 4K 240Hz OLED gaming monitor with 166 PPI display
OLED monitors are becoming more diverse, including options for compact setups. The Alienware AW2725Q is a 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor that packs impressive technology into a 27-inch form factor. A maximum 240Hz refresh rate promotes stutter-free competitive gameplay. Meanwhile, a usually high 166 pixels per inch (PPI) display produces sharper text than other OLED panels. The AW2725Q is now available to order at a $899.99 MSRP in North America.
The AW2725Q uses the same Samsung QD-OLED technology found in similar monitors from MSI and Asus. Compared to other OLED panels, the AW2725Q boasts wider viewing angles and boosted brightness. The new Alienware monitor reaches a peak SDR brightness of 250 nits and 1000 nits in HDR mode. Unfortunately, these specs still trail far behind premium OLED TVs. Nevertheless, Dolby Vision HDR should be more pronounced than the IPS or VA monitor alternatives.
With G-Sync support and a minuscule 0.03 ms response time, the AW2725Q is an attractive OLED gaming monitor for esports. These pro gamers generally prefer smaller screens requiring less head-turning during intense action. However, exceptionally deep black levels and vivid colors suit cinematic single-player titles.
27 inches might not seem ideal for a 4K display, but the Alienware AW2725Q has some unexpected advantages. Many competing OLED monitors suffer from text fringing, which causes fonts to lose definition. The Alienware's 166 PPI enhances text clarity, making the monitor appealing for gaming and productivity. Buyers can also rely on an internal graphite film heatsink to effectively absorb heat and minimize burn-in chances.
The new Alienware monitor faces stiff competition from the MSI MPG 272URX and Asus PG27UCDM. Both 27-inch 4K OLED monitors offer a 240 Hz refresh rate, and the DisplayPort 2.1a that the AW2725Q lacks. Still, they cost a few hundred dollars more than the Alienware display. With the Nvidia RTX 50 and AMD RDNA 4 GPU series supporting the latest DisplayPort, buyers will have to decide whether the extra bandwidth is worth the added cost.
Notebookcheck has also posted its full review of the Alienware AW2725Q:
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Alienware via press release
