MSI PRO MP251 E14L 24.5" vs Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27"
MSI PRO MP251 E14L 24.5" Black 2026
MSI
46 Overall Score
vs
Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27" Black 2023
Dell
86 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
MSI PRO MP251 E14L 24.5" Black 2026
No customer feedback yet
Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27" Black 2023
82 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews
The Dell Alienware AW2724DM is a 27-inch QHD gaming monitor that impresses most users with its smooth 180Hz refresh rate, vibrant colors, and sturdy build. While many praise its value, especially when bought on sale, a few critical reviews highlight misleading HDR performance and lack of built-in speakers. Overall, it's seen as a strong performer for gaming and desktop use, but potential buyers should be aware of its limitations.
Pros
- Smooth 180Hz refresh rate
- Vibrant and accurate colors
- Sturdy and adjustable stand
- Great value when on sale
- Good build quality
Cons
- Misleading HDR performance
- No built-in speakers
- No HDMI 2.1 port
- Expensive at full price
- Dark colors out of the box
Refresh rate 6
Color quality 8
Build quality 5
Value for money 7
Hdr performance 4
Speakers 2
Scores
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Specifications
| MSI PRO MP251 E14L 24.5" | Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 24.5" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 180 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits | 600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 16.7 Million | DCI-P3 95% |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR Ready | DisplayHDR 600 |
| HDR Support | HDR | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 0 | 1★ |
| USB-C | 0★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | — |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | — |
| Power | 18W★ | 26W |
| Weight | 2.89 kg★ | 10.25 kg |
Pros & Cons
MSI PRO MP251 E14L 24.5" Black 2026
- Strong performance (73rd percentile)
- Strong feature (68th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (21st percentile)
- Below average social proof (28th percentile)
Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27" Black 2023
- Strong color (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27"
Scores 86 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 30 specs.