MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
Dell Alienware AW2724HF 27" Black 2024
What Buyers Say
MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
This 500Hz QD-OLED gaming monitor is overwhelmingly praised for its incredible speed, vibrant colors, and deep blacks, with many calling it a massive upgrade from IPS panels. Users highlight the DisplayPort 2.1, no-DSC capability, and useful features like KVM and USB-C power delivery. The only minor complaints are a stiff DisplayPort cable and some confusion about DP version and DSC requirements, but overall sentiment is extremely positive.
Pros
- 500Hz refresh rate
- Vibrant QD-OLED colors
- Deep blacks and contrast
- DisplayPort 2.1 support
- No DSC required
Cons
- Stiff DisplayPort cable
- Confusion about DP version
- DSC required for 500Hz
- No built-in speakers mentioned
Dell Alienware AW2724HF 27" Black 2024
The Alienware AW2724HF gaming monitor receives mostly positive feedback for its high 360Hz refresh rate, smooth gameplay, and solid build quality. However, several users report issues such as dead pixels, grainy picture quality, and a persistent "Can't connect to AWCC" notification that causes connectivity problems. While many praise its performance for competitive gaming, the lack of built-in speakers and some quality control concerns hold it back from a perfect score.
Pros
- High 360Hz refresh rate
- Smooth and fluid gameplay
- Solid build quality
- Good picture quality
- Anti-glare screen
Cons
- Persistent AWCC notification issues
- Dead pixels on some units
- Grainy picture quality
- No built-in speakers
- Connectivity problems with Bluetooth
Scores
Specifications
| MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" | Dell Alienware AW2724HF 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED★ | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 500 Hz★ | 360 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 0.5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible★ | FreeSync Premium |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 1000 nits★ | 400 nits |
| Color Gamut | 98%ADOBE RGB / 99% DCI-P3 /138% sRGB | 99% sRGB |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 500 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 2★ |
| USB-C | 1★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | — | 0 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | — |
| Power | 250W | 21W★ |
| Weight | 8.16 kg | 6.55 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong color (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
Dell Alienware AW2724HF 27" Black 2024
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong performance (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (90th percentile)90th %ile
Pricing
Dell Alienware AW2724HF 27" Black 2024 offers 2.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 30 specs.
