BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
Dell Alienware AW2724HF 27" Black 2024
What Buyers Say
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
The BenQ MA270U is overwhelmingly praised by Mac users for its exceptional color accuracy and sharpness, which closely matches Apple's Retina display. Reviewers highlight the easy USB-C connectivity, matte finish that reduces glare, and the value it offers at a fraction of the cost of Apple's own monitor. A few users note the premium price, but most agree it is worth the investment for a high-quality external display.
Pros
- Exceptional color accuracy and sharpness
- Easy USB-C connectivity
- Matte finish reduces glare
- Great value compared to Apple monitor
- Simple and quick setup
Cons
- Premium price point
- No built-in webcam
- Requires AC power, not USB-powered
- No built-in speakers mentioned by some
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
| BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | Dell Alienware AW2724HF 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 360 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 5 ms | 0.5 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | — | FreeSync Premium★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 400 nits | 400 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | 99% sRGB |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| HDR | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 0 | 2★ |
| USB-C | 2★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | N/A | 0 |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | — |
| Power | 40W | 21W★ |
| Weight | 8.20 kg | 6.55 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong color (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
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
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
Dell Alienware AW2724HF 27" Black 2024
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 5 of 30 specs.
