CHF837.–
Dell Alienware AW3225QF
3840 x 2160 Pixels, 32"
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14 reviews
Excellent gaming monitor at a fair price
The Alienware AW3225QF marks the beginning of a new era. As one of the first models available with the new panel generation, it combines OLED picture quality with high pixel density. Games are a real revelation on the AW3225QF. However, to make full use of the display, you need a lot of power and, depending on the game, the help of upscaling technologies. 240 frames per second in 4K don’t calculate themselves.
Even working on the AW3225QF is a treat. It solves the low text sharpness problem of past panel generations, is bright enough and offers a large work surface. The only unknown is the risk of burn-in, which the monitor shares with all OLEDs. At least Alienware tries to minimise the risk through active cooling and good maintenance functions. While not the monitor’s fault, the incorrect display of HDR10 content still remains a problem. Windows renders it incorrectly as Dolby Vision.
Compared to models from other manufacturers with the same panel, the Alienware monitor is the only one that’s curved. For me, this is neither an advantage nor a disadvantage. More than anything, the AW3225QF stands out for its relatively low price. I’ll soon be checking whether it’s worth spending more. The Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDM, for instance, is already available.Pro
- Large screen with high pixel density
- OLED black levels and good brightness
- Outstanding colour space coverage
- Hardly any motion blur
- Excellent text sharpness
- Good HDR10 accuracy
- Not susceptible to reflections
- Remarkably low price
Contra
- Risk of burn-in with static content
- Meagre port choice
- Less deep black than WOLED in bright rooms
- Dolby Vision a handicap due to Microsoft’s implementation
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Beautiful screen, great colours
The fact that there are no built-in speakers doesn't bother me, as I'm pretty sure I wouldn't have been satisfied with the sound quality anyway.
A jack connection on the screen would have been nice.
Dolby Vision is not yet used correctly by Windows and there is hardly any support, at least for games. NFS Heat looked great, but how can I be sure that it's Dolby Vision and not HDR?Pro
- Great design of base and back
- Subtle 1700R curvature
- VRR works with AMD and Nvidia
- Refresh rate 240Hz @ 10-bit possible
- Calibrated ex works with certificate
- Good 400 cd/m² HDR brightness, almost 1000 cd/m² 2% peak
- razor sharp
Contra
- Only reveals its full colour splendour in controlled daylight
- still little Dolby Vision material available
Worth every cents
A really great screen with one drawback: the black turns purple during the day when light hits the panel. As I have a window next to my desk, I either have to play in the evening or draw the curtains. However, light sources behind the screen are not a problem. If you are still bothered by this, I recommend a WOLED alternative.
Pro
- Price (CHF 200 cheaper than the competition at the time of purchase)
- Incredible clarity
- Curvature gives a super immersion
- 3-year burn-in guarantee
Contra
- Turns purple (like all QD-Oleds) when light hits the panel.
- fan, which I have never heard.
- No image transfer possible via USB-C
🎮BEST GAMING MONITOR🎮
Bought for the PS5 (for shooter games, the Witcher etc.) Incredibly perfect picture + colours
Pro
- Super colours in HDR mode
- Input - Lag
- Unbeatable for gaming at this price
- Optimised for PS5
- Design to match the PS5
- HDMI 2.1 cable supplied
Contra
- Cover for cable entries (rear) difficult to fit
A fantastic picture, exceeds my expectations.
I've been a passionate gamer for 20 years and this monitor is one of the best I've ever had.
Pro
- Everything
Contra
- No sound system
Super gaming monitor
I ordered the screen from Dell on sale for CHF 900.00 and it's great. I wouldn't recommend it for hybrid use (gaming and office) because of the display and the risk of burn-in.
Pro
- Picture
Contra
- Not suitable for Office
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