Dell Alienware AW2721D 27" Gaming Monitor
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Product Overview
Dell Alienware AW2721D is a high-end 27-inch gaming monitor with 1ms response time, 240Hz refresh rate, rich color gamut, high dynamic range, and G-SYNC UlTIMATE certification.
Like other premium devices from Alienware launched in 2020, the AW2721D shares the Legend design language debuted at CES 2019. This futuristic design complements the rich feature set and bleeding-edge technologies inside.
Designed to produce an immersive gaming experience, the AW2721D features edge-lit LED backlighting with local dimming, securing VESA DisplayHDR 600 capabilities. Its IPS Nano Color technology ensures 98% DCI-P3 (131% sRGB) color gamut coverage. G-SYNC support combined with 1ms response time and 240Hz refresh rate eliminates visible artifacts, producing a smoothing gameplay experience.
Last but not least, the AW2721D also works as a USB hub, thanks to its four USB 3.2 downstream ports and headphone connectivity.
Other Alienware gaming monitors in the 2021 Model Year include the 144Hz 2300R-curved AW3821DW in 38-inch as well as the 320Hz AW2521H and the 240Hz AW2521HF/AW2521HFL in 25-inch.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 94% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- DisplayHDR 600
- Rich color reproduction
- Stand with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments
- Fast 1 ms response time
- High 1000:1 contrast ratio
- 10-bit display panel
- Support for NVIDIA G-SYNC
- High 92.6 % screen-to-body ratio
Cons
What external reviewers found***
External score 75% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Great ergonomics
- Excellent contrast ratio
- Good colour accuracy
- Excellent HDR performance
- Incredible color
- Outstanding response time
Cons
- Poor edge-lit dimming
- Poor HDR performance
- Mediocre reflection handling
- Bad black uniformity
- Pricey for a 1440p monitor
Price Comparison
Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out (line-out for speakers), 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out (headphones), 4x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; downstream), 1x USB 3.2 (Type-B; Gen 1; upstream)
Construction
Adjustment | Height
130 mm / 5.1181 in
Adjustment | Pivot
-90° ~ 90°
Adjustment | Swivel
-20° ~ 20°
Adjustment | Tilt
-5° ~ 21°
Camera
No
Colors
Black
VESA Mount
100 x 100 mm
Dimensions
Bezels
92.6% screen-to-body ratio
Size | Depth
3.24 in / 82.4 mm w/o stand, 9.92 in / 251.9 mm w/ stand
Size | Height
14.02 in / 356 mm w/o stand, 17.44 in / 443.1 mm w/ stand
Size | Width
23.93 in / 607.7 mm
Weight
6.3 kg / 14 lbs w/o stand , 10.9 kg / 24 lbs w/ stand
Display
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Brightness
450 nits / 600 nits (peak)
Contrast Ratio
1000:1 (static)
Display Backlight
W-LED
Display Color Depth
10 bits (8 bits + FRC), 1073741824 colors
Display Diagonal
27" (26.96 in / 684.667 mm)
Display Type
IPS, Anti-glare/Matte (3H)
Gamut
98% DCI-P3, 131.3% sRGB
Input Lag
3 ms
Pixel Density
109 ppi
Pixel Pitch
0.233 mm
Refresh Rate
1 Hz ~ 240 Hz
Resolution
QHD (2560x1440)
Response Time
1 ms (min) / 3 ms (avg)
Viewing Angle
178° H / 178° V
Function
HDR
DisplayHDR 600
Licenses
CECP, CEL, ENERGY STAR, RoHS Compliant, TCO Certified Displays, TUV Rheonland Eye Safety Certified
Operating Humidity
10 % ~ 80 %
Operating Temperature
0 °C ~ 40 °C , 32 °F ~ 104 °F
Variable Framerate
NVIDIA G-SYNC
Video
ComfortView, Flicker-free technology, Nano IPS, Picture-by-Picture, Low Blue Light, AlienFX Lighting, Picture-in-Picture, Ambient Light Sensor
Performance
Power Consumption
31 W (average) / 95 W (max) / 0.3 W (sleep) / 0.2 W (off)
Production
Accessory
DisplayPort cable, Mini-DisplayPort to DisplayPort Cable, USB Type-B 3.2 Gen 1 cable
Debut
2020
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External Reviews
pcmag[1]
Reviewer score 91%Alienware 27 covered 100% of the sRGB gamut and also hit some high marks in DCI-P3 at 97% coverage. In HDR, our 4K Costa Rica test footage (output at 1440p to match the monitor's native resolution) was simply jaw-dropping. With G-Sync Ultimate on board, my time in multiplayer games was filled with crispy headshots.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Incredible color
- Fast SDR
- Excellent HDR performance
Cons
- Pricey for a 1440p monitor
rtings[2]
Reviewer score 68%The Dell AW2721D is a great monitor for mixed usage. Gamers should be pleased with its exceptional response time, incredibly low input lag, and VRR support. It also has a high resolution and wide viewing angles that are great for productivity. It has good brightness in HDR, but it has a mediocre contrast ratio and bad black uniformity.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Outstanding response time
- Wide viewing angles
- Great ergonomics
Cons
- Mediocre reflection handling
- Bad black uniformity
trustedreviews[3]
Reviewer score 66%Alienware AW2721D is an excellent 27-inch HD gaming monitor. It features a top-quality IPS panel and a 240Hz refresh rate. Its closest rival is the Samsung Odyssey G7, which sees superior contrast and HDR support. However the Alienware flaunts better colour accuracy, which means it’s arguably the better option for purists.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- High-quality IPS panel
- Excellent contrast ratio
- Good colour accuracy
Cons
- Poor edge-lit dimming
- Poor HDR performance
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References
- ^ Alienware 27 Gaming Monitor (AW2721D) Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/alienware-27-gaming-monitor-aw2721d. 2021-07-21. Retrieved 2021-07-22.
- ^ Dell Alienware AW2721D Monitor Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/monitor/reviews/dell/alienware-aw2721d. 2021-01-26. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ Alienware AW2721D Review. [trustedreviews]. https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/alienware-aw2721d. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
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