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Acer Predator XB273U vs Dell Alienware AW3225QF: Comparison
What is the difference between Acer Predator XB273U and Dell Alienware AW3225QF?
The gap that matters here is refresh rate: Acer Predator XB273U 165 Hz against Dell Alienware AW3225QF 240 Hz, which puts Dell Alienware AW3225QF 31% ahead. Dell Alienware AW3225QF also leads on max refresh rate, 165 Hz on the Acer Predator XB273U versus 240 Hz on the Dell Alienware AW3225QF. Dell Alienware AW3225QF also leads on screen size, 27 in on the Acer Predator XB273U versus 31.5 in on the Dell Alienware AW3225QF. They differ on hdr formats too, HDR10 on the Acer Predator XB273U versus VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 on the Dell Alienware AW3225QF.
Who each one is for
The Acer Predator XB273U is the one to take for gamers wanting reliable QHD performance at 170Hz and buyers who value sturdy build quality, though it is not built for buyers wanting USB-C connectivity and minimalist desk aesthetics. The Dell Alienware AW3225QF suits Alienware ecosystem owners wanting matching AlienFX lighting and single-player and open-world gaming fans, though it is not the pick for Design/CAD users needing perfectly straight edges and budget shoppers. It is equally the pick for enthusiast gamers wanting 4K OLED with a curved, immersive form factor. Our rating of the Acer Predator XB273U (8.1/10): A solid, no-surprises 27-inch QHD gaming monitor that competes well against the segment's established favorites. Our rating of the Dell Alienware AW3225QF (9/10): A top-tier curved 4K OLED gaming monitor that pairs genuine performance with Alienware's most polished industrial design yet.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Acer Predator XB273U and Dell Alienware AW3225QF differ on resolution?
Yes. Resolution reads 2560 x 1440 on the Acer Predator XB273U versus 3840 x 2160 on the Dell Alienware AW3225QF.
Is the HDR Support the same on the Acer Predator XB273U and Dell Alienware AW3225QF?
It is. Both are listed at Yes, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Type
- Acer Predator XB273U
- IPS
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- QD-OLED
Brand
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Acer
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- Dell
Model Number
- Acer Predator XB273U
- XB273U GS
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- AW3225QF
Screen Size
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 27 in-14%
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 31.5 inBest
Resolution
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)
Aspect Ratio
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 16:9
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 165 Hz-31%
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 240 HzBest
Response Time
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 1 ms
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 0.03ms (GtG)Best
Adaptive Sync
- Acer Predator XB273U
- NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- NVIDIA G-Sync, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro
HDR Support
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Yes
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- Yes
Curved
- Acer Predator XB273U
- No
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- Yes
Native Resolution
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 2560x1440
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 3840x2160
Screen Curvature
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Flat
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 1700R
Max Refresh Rate
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 165 Hz-31%
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 240 HzBest
HDR Certification
- Acer Predator XB273U
- DisplayHDR 400
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- DisplayHDR True Black 400
DCI-P3 Coverage
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 95 %
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 99 %
Series
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Predator XB273U
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- Alienware
Color Gamut
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 95% DCI-P3
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- ~99% DCI-P3
HDR Formats
- Acer Predator XB273U
- HDR10
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400
Which one should you pick?
Choose Acer Predator XB273U if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Dell Alienware AW3225QF if you want the higher screen size (31.5 in vs 27 in), the higher refresh rate (240 Hz vs 165 Hz) and the lower response time (0.03ms (GtG) vs 1 ms).
Verdict
Acer Predator XB273U
8.1 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid, no-surprises 27-inch QHD gaming monitor that competes well against the segment's established favorites.
Dell Alienware AW3225QF
9 / 10 Expert Rating
A top-tier curved 4K OLED gaming monitor that pairs genuine performance with Alienware's most polished industrial design yet.