Alienware AW2723DF 27” QHD (2560x1440) Gaming Monitor, 280Hz (OC), Fast IPS, 1ms, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible, 95% DCI-P3, HDR, DisplayPort, 2x HDMI, 5x USB, 3 year warranty

Simply an excellent purchase - even at this moderate price point it shows fantastic value. I use this monitor for gaming, movies, and photo editing. Thus far it has been flawless in every setting. Image quality is generally very clear - it's sharp, with punchy but natural colours and above-average contrast for an IPS display. Colour accuracy is really good out of the box - I use a calibration tool to get a neutral color balance and only needed to reduce the blues by 5% on my specific unit. I can't say I noticed the difference. The factory calibration is adequate and the report for it comes in the box. The HDR, however, is sub-par (the local dimming is poor) but I personally rarely use HDR, so this isn't a dealbreaker for me. Response times are incredible - ghosting is minimal and Input latency is very low. All of this at 1440p, 280Hz makes for an incredibly immersive gaming experience in all genres. As generic as that sounds, there is no other way to describe it. Highly recommended. UPDATE, September 2025: 14 months after purchase (June 2024), the monitor developed a dead vertical row of subpixels that appeared on the right third of the panel. I contacted Dell support and they sent me a brand new replacement unit free of charge. I have had no issues with the new unit so far. I still stand by my original review, but the longevity of this model, whether it differs between each unit or not, should be noted.

The Alienware AW2723DF has seamlessly integrated into my gaming setup, offering a visually captivating experience that effortlessly balances competitive gaming prowess with casual gameplay enjoyment. This monitor has quickly become an essential component, enhancing both the intensity of fierce battles and the relaxation of more laid-back gaming sessions. The AW2723DF's sleek design and vibrant display immediately catch the eye, contributing to its overall visual appeal. Whether navigating the challenges of competitive gaming or immersing oneself in a leisurely session, the monitor's consistent performance and stunning visuals amplify the gaming experience. An outstanding feature of the AW2723DF is its remarkable ability to augment the visual brilliance of games, exemplified in the stunning enhancement it brings to Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. The monitor succeeds in breathing life into the game's visuals, with colours bursting forth and details becoming more pronounced. This enhancement not only elevates the overall aesthetic of the game but also deepens my appreciation for its visual intricacies. However, it is crucial to address an unfortunate aspect of my purchase journey. Despite initially placing an order through Amazon, the package never reached me and was regrettably stolen—a misfortune exacerbated by the involvement of a third-party courier notorious for its long-standing poor reputation, even after rebranding and changing its name. This unexpected setback prompted the need to place a direct order from DELL as Amazon refunded me for the lost package, which I can't thank them enough for. Despite the challenges, the efficiency and responsiveness of DELL's customer service played a pivotal role in swiftly resolving the issue, this did require me to order directly from DELL's website instead. In conclusion, the Alienware AW2723DF emerges as a commendable choice for gaming enthusiasts, seamlessly catering to both competitive and casual gaming preferences. Its visual prowess, particularly in enhancing games like Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, makes it a standout investment. While an unforeseen hiccup in the delivery process occurred, the overall performance and aesthetic satisfaction delivered by the AW2723DF underscore its position as an excellent choice for gamers seeking a premium visual experience.

UPDATE: Take my previous review with a pinch of salt. There are serious issues with this monitor when used with Gsync, and it is likely the reason that this monitor was never listed as being officially compatible. It will likely be fine with AMD cards, as they also work better with DSC anyway. For Nvidia users, if you want to use this monitor to it's full potential like I have tried to for this past year, then you'll have to make compromises to achieve 10bit colour and a high refresh rate. The monitor DOES NOT WORK correctly with DSC (Display Stream Compression), which is the only way to enable 280hz regardless of 8bit/10bit. I've attached a couple of videos showing what happens in any graphically demanding scenario when the connection speed is at 280hz. This also happens from 200hz onwards if you have 10 bit enabled, as this forces DSC by default. The only way to maintain 10bit colour is to limit the monitor to 190hz. Yes, you have to limit your monitor to 2/3rds of it's capability if you have an Nvidia card. With DSC enabled, something as simple as moving a window around your screen shows stuttering and strange artifacts, something similarly observed on 144hz 4k monitors that also use DSC. The serious artifacts only occur in demanding games. I've managed to play all day on Halo Infinite at 150-200fps average with 280hz enabled with only a couple of artifacts the entire time. Switch to something way more demanding like Remnant 2 and New World, and out they come to play. It's very scene depandant, but something like NW has large open plains full of details, it rears it's head constantly. The only other possible fix I can think of is to try a HBR3 cable, which should in theory increase the bandwidth enough to avoid DSC altogether at around 240hz or slightly lower at 10bit. While technically you could argue that the advert for the item is telling the truth, i.e. it is gsync compatible and 280hz... just with massive caveats. It's dishonest to not list the limitations of the display. Buyer beware, but then again this is Dell, we know what we're doing by trusting the Apple of the Windows world. _________________________________________________________________ OLD REVIEW Unless you want to pay double for a mini LED monitor (at which point why not go OLED?), this is the pinnacle of current 1440p IPS monitors. Extremely colour accurate out of the box for both sRGB and DCI-P3, 280hz on the desktop is beautiful but from the few games I can actually run at 1440p/280fps (HiFi Rush is an amazing example of this, even on my lowly 3060ti) it's fantastic. Another big draw for me was the lack of branding on the front in addition to the ridiculously svelte bezels. It's arguably the cleanest looking monitor around currently, and the casing plastics are all of very good quality, including the magnetic cable tidy.

TLDR; great monitor overall, easier to run than 4K so you don't need to go all out on a GPU, colours look decent for an IPS panel. Price isn't too high especially when it's on sale. Take note to use the cable included or buy the *correct* DP cable as driving up to 280hz requires a lot of bandwidth! Naturally I would guess that you play esports titles since nobody else is as bothered about high refresh rate displays. This monitor should cover 99% of your use cases since its an IPS panel with decent colours that the majority would be going "wow". Whilst 240hz may not be the highest refresh display nowadays, its still faster than everything before it. The big plus here being the price point.... yes, other brands with near-matching specs can be cheaper, but as far as Alienware/Dell monitors are concerned the sub £500 price tag is 'quite' accessible. My experience with it in a couple of months usage? It is ungodly smooth for gaming, I would highly recommend this monitor.

I bought this monitor to replace an MSI curved screen a MSI Optix MAG271CQR 144 hz 1440 curved screen which I have had for 4 years and is now my wife's main screen. So I didn't see a jump in pixel count but the Dell is HDR 600 rated, Gsync certified and 240hz native refresh 280 overclock and flat not curved, obviously. The lack of ghosting is great, super smooth and fast even at 280hz in extreme mode, HDR is a whole new experience in games with colours and definition sharp and bright. I like driving games, FPS and adventure games which this monitor excels in. Windows is super sharp and the text is clear and bold and it's good enough to do picture editing with. 1440 in windows is brilliant as well and gives you so much more room and clarity than 1080. On the downside, it needed a firmware update, which was easy and Dell software installation which is a bit confusing as it states older software is critical when newer software is available. The software is good though and I prefer to use it rather than the monitor button. The monitor button is ok but not the best MSI is better and Asus much better. The build quality is great, cables good, but the box is huge and really not storable so will probably get thrown. The stand is really well made, very smooth but I don't use it as I have a monitor arm, but I tried it and its so easy to connect it to the monitor with no tools required and took 5 seconds. What has taken most time is the setting options its a bit of a learning curve and can be confusing as some settings don't register the screen as being Gsync certified but once you get your head around it it makes sense. The RGB lights at he back are brighter than my MSI but really pretty pointless not having them would not be a deal breaker as they really wouldn't be missed. I got a good Amazon discount on the monitor at £400 so I am very happy with the purchase, it should last a good 6 years or more with such a high refresh rate and HDR display.

I picked up this deal from Amazon Warehouse on a used item and was so super pleased with this AW2723DF instead of the AW2721D. Completely no issues with item itself just the packaging was dented. The monitor has a really solid build with a very high quality stand, although I have it on my dual monitor arms. The tiny thin bezel is fantastic and of course the 280hz OC refresh rate is incredible with the screen and colours looking great. It isn't 4K and it isn't OLED but I didn't want to spend the crazy money for those features when this QHD 1440p option is really fantastic! I think it will last a very long time as the build quality feels great. Would definitely recommend checking out Amazon warehouse for more bargains

Very Good Monitor with Brilliant Build Quality, Fast Refresh Rate and Vibrant Colours. Full 10bit Colour with 280hz is Brilliant. HDR Very good in single player games. Good deal for around £400 👍

What a great upgrade from an old cheap AOC G2460PF 144hz TN Panel, first time owning a 2k monitor and I am very pleased with the performance, colour, gamma. Can’t see any ghosting at all on the motion test. Things that I may dislike is a bit of a blacklight bleed at the bottom corners of the screen but it’s not really noticeable to my side vision unless you really stare at it, very visible through the camera. Also would like to mention that you might want to position your monitor away from the windows, so that the light doesn’t reflect to the screen, as it can be slightly annoying due to the slight glares from natural lighting.