If you prioritize a higher resolution for sharper images and better color accuracy for tasks like digital photo editing, the Dell Alienware monitor is the better choice but comes at a higher price. On the other hand, if your focus is on casual or competitive gaming with a decent refresh rate for smooth gameplay and you're looking to save money, the Gigabyte monitor offers good functionality at a budget. The Dell has a larger screen and is more suitable for productivity work as well, whereas the Gigabyte, with its smaller screen, is a more economical option for everyday use. However, for HDR gaming and media consumption, the Dell is the preferred monitor, even though it's not its strongest suit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware AW2723DF (IPS)
Very good for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Advantages of the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS)
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Dell Alienware AW2723DF (IPS).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.4/10
5.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
280Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
1020:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1100:1
384 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
672 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.0 %
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Matte
The Dell Alienware AW2723DF (IPS) is only fair for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
8.6/10
5.8/10
280Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
7.6 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
20 - 280 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 180 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
384 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The Dell Alienware AW2723DF (IPS) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.4/10
4.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
92 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Matte
The Dell Alienware AW2723DF (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.0/10
5.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
1020:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1100:1
384 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
672 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Matte
The Dell Alienware AW2723DF (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$429
$140
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The Dell Alienware AW2723DF (IPS) has a price of $429 and the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) costs $140.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Dell Alienware AW2723DF (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW2723DF (IPS) and Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Dell Alienware AW2723DF (IPS) and Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell Alienware AW2723DF (IPS) and Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Dell Alienware AW2723DF (IPS) and the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) compare to other monitors
"Put all the pieces together, the high quality IPS image quality, the punchy backlight, the good response and the buttery smooth 280Hz refresh and you have a pretty outstanding gaming panel that's also decent for general computing duties thanks to the 1440p resolution."
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