MSI MP243W E14 23.8" Matte White 2025
MSI
60 Overall Score
vs
Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27" Black 2023
Dell
86 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
MSI MP243W E14 23.8" Matte White 2025
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 MP243W E14 23.8" | Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 23.8" | 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 | Adaptive-Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits | 600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 87% Adobe RGB, 91% DCI-P3, 121% sRGB | DCI-P3 95% |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR Ready | DisplayHDR 600 |
| HDR Support | HDR | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 2★ |
| USB-C | 0★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | No | N/A |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | — |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | — |
| Power | 18W★ | 26W |
| Weight | 3.10 kg★ | 6.76 kg |
Pros & Cons
MSI MP243W E14 23.8" Matte White 2025
- Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong portability (77th percentile)
- Strong performance (73rd percentile)
- Strong color (71st percentile)
- Below average display (21st percentile)
Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27" Black 2023
- Strong color (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
Pricing
MSI MP243W E14 23.8" Matte White 2025
No current pricing available
Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27" Black 2023
Verdict
Winner: Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27"
Scores 86 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 30 specs.
