Sub-$500 PC Monitors From Dell, Alienware Pack Some High-End Features
As vendors release cutting-edge monitors that cost north of $1,000, Dell is launching several new sub-$500 displays that still pack some high-end features.
The Alienware AW2724HF and AW2724DM are both are gaming-focused displays with 27-inch screens. The AW2724HF is selling(Opens in a new window) for $459.99 and is designed for serious and esports gamers who want an extremely high refresh rate of 360Hz and a 0.5-millisecond gray-to-gray response time. Another neat perk is the retractable headset hanger on the side.
However, the monitor only has a 1080p screen resolution through its IPS panel. In addition, it's certified as compatible with AMD FreeSync Premium but not Nvidia’s G-Sync. But the AW2724HF gives consumers an alternative to Alienware’s 500Hz 25-inch gaming monitor, the AW2524H, which costs nearly double at $829.
The second monitor, the AW2724DM, is retailing(Opens in a new window) for $399.99. The display’s refresh rate can only reach 165Hz or 180Hz when overclocked. The gray-to-gray response time is also a little slower at 1ms. But on the flip side, the product features an IPS panel with a higher screen resolution at 1440p. In addition, the monitor is certified for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-Sync.
“The AW2724DM was created for the more causal gamer who wants an ultra-smooth premium gaming experience,” Dell said, adding that the monitor has been rated at HDR 600. Unfortunately, it doesn't feature the retractable headset hanger.
For consumers on a tighter budget, Dell is preparing another pair of monitors under $300 that will arrive later this month. The company is marketing them “for gamers who want to experience immersive and fast-paced action gameplay without breaking the bank.”
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