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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize a high refresh rate for smooth gameplay in competitive gaming, the Dell Alienware AW2721D is a strong option, though it comes at a premium price and its larger size doesn't offer the same level of sharpness due to its lower resolution. Conversely, the LG 32UN650 offers better image clarity and a larger screen ideal for media consumption and productivity tasks at a more affordable price. However, its lower refresh rate makes it less suited for fast-paced gaming, and it may not perform as well for HDR content due to its limited brightness. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware AW2721D (IPS)
- Very good for competitive gaming
- Very good refresh rate
- Good brightness
- Good response time
Advantages of the LG 32UN650 (IPS)
- Very good for productivity
- Good for media consumption
- Very good contrast
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
8.0
3.8
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
11.8 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 165 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
474 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
The Dell Alienware AW2721D (IPS) is very good for competitive gaming, while the LG 32UN650 (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.5
8.4
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the Dell Alienware AW2721D (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
6.2
7.1
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1088:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3229:1
474 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
788 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
373 nits
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is good for media consumption, while the Dell Alienware AW2721D (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$902
$500
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Alienware AW2721D (IPS) has a price of $902 and the LG 32UN650 (IPS) costs $500.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Dell Alienware AW2721D (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 32UN650 (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.5
6.6
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1088:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3229:1
474 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
788 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
373 nits
71.9 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
78.5 %
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) and Dell Alienware AW2721D (IPS) are both only fair for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW2721D (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW2721D (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW2721D (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Dell Alienware AW2721D (IPS) and the LG 32UN650 (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Dell Alienware AW2721D (IPS) | LG 32UN650 (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$902 | $500 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 32" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 32 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1088:1 | 3229:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 474 nits | 298 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 788 nits | 373 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 136.9 % | 98.6 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 7.1 ms | 11.8 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 240 Hz | 20 - 165 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 8/10 | 5/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.9/10 | 6.5/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 109 PPI | 139 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Semi-Gloss | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Shopping
Dell Alienware AW2721D (IPS)
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PC Mag
Chris Stobing | July 2021
"If cost isn't an issue and you want a gaming monitor that will give your content all-new life for years to come, the Alienware 27 Gaming Monitor defines the upper echelon of what gaming monitors do best today. This display does everything the HP Omen X 27 tried to do, but does it a whole lot better for just a slight bump in price. If you're choosing between the two, the Alienware is the clear winner, and that story repeats itself again and again no matter which 1440p contender we put the Alienware 27 up against."
LG 32UN650 (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | February 2024
"The LG 32UN650 is a 32″ 4K IPS monitor with gorgeous colors and wide viewing angles. Additionally, it supports FreeSync, HDR and has a stylish design with a height-adjustable stand. Overall, it is an excellent monitor for casual PC and console gaming, light office work and content creation – and everything in between! However, there are better and cheaper alternatives available."
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