HP EliteDisplay E223 21.5" vs Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27"
HP EliteDisplay E223 21.5" Silver 2021
Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27" Black 2023
What Buyers Say
HP EliteDisplay E223 21.5" Silver 2021
Most users are thrilled with this monitor, praising its sharp display, color accuracy, and height-adjustable stand that fits tight desk setups. A few verified buyers report cosmetic flaws or a flickering screen that appeared after a week, and one noted the screen size is smaller than advertised. Overall, the majority find it an incredible deal for the price, especially as a secondary or portrait-oriented monitor.
Pros
- Sharp and clear display
- Great color accuracy
- Height-adjustable stand
- Rotation feature for portrait mode
- Incredible value for the price
Cons
- Screen flickering after a week
- Screen size smaller than advertised
- Cosmetic blemishes on stand and screen
- Not suitable for daily high-volume use
- Risk of damage during shipping
Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27" Black 2023
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
Scores
Specifications
| HP EliteDisplay E223 21.5" | Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 21.5" | 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 | 60 Hz | 180 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 5 ms | 1 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | — | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 250 nits | 600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 72% NTSC, 94% sRGB | DCI-P3 95% |
| Color Depth | 16.7 million colors | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR 600 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | N/A | N/A |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✗ | — |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | — |
| Power | 36W | 26W★ |
| Weight | 5.25 kg★ | 10.25 kg |
Pros & Cons
HP EliteDisplay E223 21.5" Silver 2021
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong portability (74th percentile)
- Strong connectivity (71st percentile)
- Below average feature (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average display (21st percentile)
- Below average performance (22nd 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
HP EliteDisplay E223 21.5" Silver 2021
No current pricing available
Dell Alienware AW2724DM 27" Black 2023
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 7 of 29 specs.
