MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED 27" Black 2025
Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW 34.2" Interstellar Indigo 2026
What Buyers Say
MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED 27" Black 2025
The MSI 272URX QD-OLED monitor is a 27-inch 4K display with a 240Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time, making it ideal for gaming. It offers extensive connectivity including HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 2.1a, and a fully adjustable stand. However, it lacks built-in speakers, which may be a drawback for some users.
Pros
- 4K resolution (3840x2160)
- 240Hz refresh rate
- 0.03ms response time
- OLED panel technology
- Fully adjustable stand
Cons
- No built-in speakers
Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW 34.2" Interstellar Indigo 2026
This OLED ultrawide monitor is overwhelmingly praised for its stunning colors, true blacks, and immersive curve. Users describe it as a premium, high-end display that enhances gaming and movie watching, though some note that not all games are optimized for the ultrawide aspect ratio. The main drawbacks mentioned are the high price and occasional shipping damage, but overall, it's considered a worthwhile investment.
Pros
- Vibrant OLED colors
- True black levels
- Immersive ultrawide curve
- Smooth high refresh rate
- Premium build quality
Cons
- High price
- Not all games optimized for ultrawide
- Shipping damage risk
Scores
Specifications
| MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED 27" | Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW 34.2" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 34" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3440 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | OLED | QD-OLED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✓ |
| Curvature | — | 1,800 |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible★ | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 450 nits | 1000 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 99% DCI-P3 | 99.3% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 400 True Black |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | HDR400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Thunderbolt | — | 0 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Power | — | 37W★ |
| Weight | 8.10 kg★ | 9.09 kg |
Pros & Cons
MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED 27" Black 2025
- Strong performance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong display (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong color (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW 34.2" Interstellar Indigo 2026
- Strong color (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong performance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW 34.2" Interstellar Indigo 2026 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 3 of 6 usage categories and 2 of 31 specs.
