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Biggest differences

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  1. Peak brightness (HDR)A: 1,000nitsB: 400nitsAOC is 600 nits higher.
  2. Power use (max)Lower is betterA: 190WB: 90WDell is 100 W lower.
  3. Brightness (typical, SDR)A: 700nitsB: 400nitsAOC is 300 nits higher.
  4. Standby powerLower is betterA: 0.5WB: 0.3WDell is 0.2 W lower.
  5. Power use SDR (EU label)Lower is betterA: 48WB: 33WDell is 15 W lower.
  6. ContrastA: 4,000:1B: 3,000:1AOC is 1.3 times higher.
  7. Pixel densityA: 108.8ppiB: 91.8ppiAOC is 17 ppi higher.

Refresh rate per resolution

The best rate over any port. Bars run from 0 to 1200 Hz.

2560 × 1440Native for both
A180Hz
B180Hz

Size, drawn to scale

Front and side. Solid lines show the stand at its lowest. Dashed lines show it at its highest.

Weight

0 to 15 kg

Weight with stand
A5.43kg
B9.63kg
Box weight
A7.06kg
B13.67kg

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General

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Series
G32Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Product line AOC Gaming, Design family G3.
Alienware2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/alienware-32-curved-gaming-monitor-aw3225dm/apd/210-bqwn/monitors-monitor-accessoriesRead 23 October 2026Tech Specs Product Line: Alienware.
Model numbers
Q27G3XMN, Q27G3XMN/BK3Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026US page model Q27G3XMN. The /BK suffix is the EU model on the UK page, leaflet and EPREL.
AW3225DM, AW3225DMc, 210-BQWN, VX89X, MRM121Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Cover: model AW2725DM/AW3225DM, regulatory model AW2725DMc/AW3225DMc. The part numbers come from the Dell US page, the Dell US URL and BuildCores.2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/alienware-32-curved-gaming-monitor-aw3225dm/apd/210-bqwn/monitors-monitor-accessoriesRead 23 October 2026Tech Specs: Manufacturer Part Number VX89X, Product Model AW3225DM. The page URL carries the item number 210-BQWN.11Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Monitor/uej0umolb/Dell-Alienware-AW3225DM-31.5%22-1440p-180Hz-VA-Curved-MonitorRead 23 October 2026BuildCores part numbers AW3225DM and MRM12.
GTIN / EAN
685417733583, 40389861814402Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026EAN 4038986181440 for Q27G3XMN/BK.12Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0C8ZJKPWCRead 6 October 2026UPC 685417733583 for model Q27G3XMN, manufacturer TPV-USA.
884116492757, 539718496272511Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Monitor/uej0umolb/Dell-Alienware-AW3225DM-31.5%22-1440p-180Hz-VA-Curved-MonitorRead 23 October 2026BuildCores: UPC 884116492757 and EAN 5397184962725 for part numbers AW3225DM and MRM12.12Retailer pageebay.de/p/24080428847Read 23 October 2026eBay Germany product page shows GTIN 5397184962725.
Announced
July 202311Press articlenotebookcheck.net/AOC-Q27G3XMN-New-Mini-LED-gaming-monitor-lands-with-180-Hz-refresh-rate-and-1-000-nits-peak-brightness.734153.0.htmlRead 6 October 2026Article of 13 July 2023 reports the introduction in China with no price disclosed.
4 March 20256Press releasethefpsreview.com/2025/03/05/alienware-announces-six-new-gaming-monitors-and-the-launch-of-the-aw2725q-a-27-4k-qd-oled-monitor-with-166-ppi-pixel-density-record-highest-pixels-per-inch-in-any-oled-or-qd-oled-monitorRead 23 October 2026The Dell announcement blog was published on 4 March 2025.7Press articlenotebookcheck.net/New-32-inch-QHD-Alienware-gaming-monitor-debuts-with-180-Hz-curved-display.971537.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck news of 2025-03-04, from the Dell press release at MWC 2025, introduces the AW3225DM without price or date.
Status
Available3Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026Listed with In stock and a retail price on 2026-10-06.
Available2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/alienware-32-curved-gaming-monitor-aw3225dm/apd/210-bqwn/monitors-monitor-accessoriesRead 23 October 2026The Dell US page lists the monitor with a Dell price of $249.99 and an Add to Cart button.
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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$319.996Press releasethefpsreview.com/2025/03/05/alienware-announces-six-new-gaming-monitors-and-the-launch-of-the-aw2725q-a-27-4k-qd-oled-monitor-with-166-ppi-pixel-density-record-highest-pixels-per-inch-in-any-oled-or-qd-oled-monitorRead 23 October 2026Same announcement: target price about $319.99 USD for North America, pricing subject to change. It is a US target price, so it is stored without tax. Best Buy US showed $319.99 with a $60 saving before its $259.99 sale.
Launch price (EU)
€43910Press articlenotebookcheck.net/AOC-Gaming-Q27G3XMN-BK-launches-as-new-Mini-LED-gaming-monitor-with-1-000-nits-brightness-and-mid-range-pricing.770832.0.htmlRead 6 October 2026AOC Europe launch, 20 November 2023: EUR 439 in the Eurozone, GBP 349.99 in the UK. Available from late November or early December 2023.
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Markets
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Colours
Black3Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026Product color: Black. The EU leaflet lists bezel and cabinet colour Black, Red.
Interstellar Indigo2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/alienware-32-curved-gaming-monitor-aw3225dm/apd/210-bqwn/monitors-monitor-accessoriesRead 23 October 2026Tech Specs Product Color: Dark Blue. Best Buy names the finish Interstellar Indigo.13Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/alienware-aw3225dm-32-va-led-curved-qhd-180hz-1ms-freesync-gaming-monitor-with-hdr-hdmi-displayport-usb-interstellar-indigo/J3K4L636PGRead 23 October 2026The Best Buy US product title names the colour Interstellar Indigo. The page did not load for scripted access, so the title was read from search results. The AW2725DM uses the same name.
Segment
Gaming2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Channel: Gaming.
Gaming2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/alienware-32-curved-gaming-monitor-aw3225dm/apd/210-bqwn/monitors-monitor-accessoriesRead 23 October 2026Tech Specs Product Type: Gaming LED Monitor, Application/Usage: Gaming.

Display

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Screen size
27in(68.6 cm)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
32in(81.3 cm)2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/alienware-32-curved-gaming-monitor-aw3225dm/apd/210-bqwn/monitors-monitor-accessoriesRead 23 October 2026Tech Specs: Screen Size Class 32 inch, Viewable Screen Size 31.5 inch. The class size is stored as the advertised size.
Viewable screen diagonal
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31.5in(80 cm)1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 AW3225DM viewable image diagonal 800.1 mm (31.5 in). The advertised class is 32 inch.
Native resolution
2560 × 1440px1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026
2560 × 1440px1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Features: 2560 x 1440 resolution.
Aspect ratio
16:92Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
16:91Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5: 16:9.
Pixel density
108.8ppi
91.8ppi
Pixel pitch
0.2331mm1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026p 24: 0.2331 mm (H) x 0.2331 mm (V).
0.2724mm1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 AW3225DM pixel pitch 0.2724 mm horizontal and vertical.
Active display area
Width596.736Height335.664mm(23.5 × 13.2 in)1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026General Specification p 24: Horizontal scan size (maximum) 596.736 mm, Vertical scan size (maximum) 335.664 mm. Equals 2560 x 1440 at the stated 0.2331 mm pitch. The US page figure 597.88 x 336.31 mm conflicts and is not used.
Width696.61Height392.26mm(27.4 × 15.4 in)1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 AW3225DM active area 696.61 mm horizontal by 392.26 mm vertical.
Curved
No2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
Yes1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 AW3225DM curvature 1500R (typical). The AW2725DM column says N/A.
Curvature radius
Not available
1,500mm1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 curvature 1500R (typical).
Screen surface
Matte7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026Light matte anti-glare (AG) coating. AOC states Antiglare (AG) with 25% haze.
Matte1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 display screen coating: anti-glare with hard-coating 3H, stored as matte.
Anti-reflection coating
Not available
Anti-glare with hard-coating 3H1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 display screen coating, verbatim.
Touchscreen
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Panel

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Panel type
VA2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
VA1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 AW3225DM panel technology: Vertical Alignment (VA). The AW2725DM column is IPS.
Panel type (as published)
Fast VA2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Panel type: Fast VA. The US page says VA.
Vertical Alignment (VA)1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 AW3225DM panel technology: Vertical Alignment (VA) Technology.
Backlight
Mini-LED2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Backlight type: Mini LED. The US page row says WLED but its feature text says Mini-LED.
Edge-lit LED2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/alienware-32-curved-gaming-monitor-aw3225dm/apd/210-bqwn/monitors-monitor-accessoriesRead 23 October 2026Tech Specs: Backlight Technology LED Edgelight System.
Local dimming
Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
Yes9Reviewrtings.com/monitor/reviews/dell/alienware-aw3225dmRead 23 October 2026Public verdict: terrible local dimming feature that cannot be turned off in HDR. The zone count is not public, so it is not stored. The measured result cells are members only and are not used. RTINGS tested firmware M2C101 on a January 2025 unit.
Dimming zones
3362Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Local Dimming Zones: Local Dimming 336 zone.
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Panel maker
CSOT8Reviewdisplayninja.com/aoc-q27g3xmn-reviewRead 6 October 2026VA panel (SG2701G02-2 by CSOT).
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Panel part number
SG2701G02-28Reviewdisplayninja.com/aoc-q27g3xmn-reviewRead 6 October 2026States SG2701G02-2 by CSOT. Not confirmed by AOC or a teardown.
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Panel generation
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Subpixel layout
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Colour depth
10bits1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026p 24 colour bit table accepts 10 bpc. The US maker page states 1.073B (8bits+FRC).
10bits1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5: 1.07 billion colors, which is 10 bits per channel. The HDMI line says 10bit.
Colour depth method
FRC3Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026Display colours 1.073B (8bits+FRC).
FRC10Spec databaselcd-compare.com/moniteur-ALIAW3225DM-ALIENWARE-AW3225DM.htmRead 23 October 2026LCD-Compare: panel 8 bits + FRC. No maker document states the panel method. The guide gives 1.07 billion colors, so the panel is 10-bit with FRC.
Displayable colours
1.07 billion1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026p 24: Display Color 1.07 Billion.
1.07 billion1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5: 1.07 billion colors.
sRGB coverage
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DCI-P3 coverage
98.5%2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Colour space (DCI-P3) CIE 1976 98.5%. Treated as coverage. The same table gives sRGB CIE 1931 137.5%, a gamut ratio, so sRGB coverage is not stored. The US page gives DCI-P3 CIE 1976 103.4%, also a ratio.
95%1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 AW3225DM color gamut DCI-P3 95% (CIE 1976), typical.
Adobe RGB coverage
95.5%2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Colour space (Adobe RGB) CIE 1976 95.5%. Treated as coverage. TFTCentral measured 95.0%.
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Rec. 2020 coverage
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NTSC coverage
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Factory calibrated
Yes4Maker product pageaoc.com/uk/gaming/products/monitors/q27g3xmn-bkRead 6 October 2026Video features row: Delta E<2 (sRGB). TFTCentral confirms a factory calibration report in the box.
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Claimed Delta E
24Maker product pageaoc.com/uk/gaming/products/monitors/q27g3xmn-bkRead 6 October 2026Published as Delta E<2 (sRGB). Bound 2 retained. Average or maximum is not stated.
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Paper calibration report in box
Yes7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026A calibration report was provided with the second sample, sent from retail stock in Sept 2024.
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Hardware calibration support
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Static contrast ratio
4,000:12Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Static contrast ratio 4000:1. Dynamic 80M:1 not stored.
3,000:11Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 AW3225DM contrast ratio 3000:1 (typical). The AW2725DM column is 1000:1.
Brightness (typical, SDR)
700nits3Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026Brightness in nits 700 cd/m2. The EU leaflet uses the same row for 1000 cd/m2, which is the HDR peak. Notebookcheck quotes the AOC Europe launch as 1,000 nits HDR dropping to 700 nits with SDR content. A 450 cd/m2 figure on early China-sourced press is not used. TFTCentral measured 657 nits max SDR.
400nits1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5: 400 cd/m2 (typical).
Brightness (maker minimum)
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Peak brightness (HDR)
1,000nits10Press articlenotebookcheck.net/AOC-Gaming-Q27G3XMN-BK-launches-as-new-Mini-LED-gaming-monitor-with-1-000-nits-brightness-and-mid-range-pricing.770832.0.htmlRead 6 October 20261,000 nits peak brightness with HDR content. Matches the DisplayHDR 1000 tier and the leaflet's 1000 cd/m2 row. Test window is not stated.
400nits1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Smart HDR menu entry: DisplayHDR 400 supports a peak brightness of 400 cd/m2. The same entry calls it compliant with DisplayHDR True Black, which is wrong wording for a 400 tier LCD. The window size is not published.
HDR peak test window
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Full-screen brightness
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HDR formats
HDR107Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026HDR technical capabilities table: HDR10 format only.
HDR1010Spec databaselcd-compare.com/moniteur-ALIAW3225DM-ALIENWARE-AW3225DM.htmRead 23 October 2026LCD-Compare lists HDR10 and HDR10+. HDR10 is required by DisplayHDR 400. HDR10+ is not stored because no maker document names it.
HDR certification
DisplayHDR 10002Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026VESA Certified DisplayHDR 1000.
DisplayHDR 4001Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Features and Table 5: VESA DisplayHDR 400. The VESA list confirms the LCD tier.8Certification listdisplayhdr.org/certified-productsRead 23 October 2026VESA certified DisplayHDR 400 list: Alienware AW3225DM, test spec version 1.2.
Viewing angle (horizontal)
178°2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
178°1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5: 178 degrees (typical).
Viewing angle (vertical)
178°2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
178°1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Refresh rate and motion

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Refresh rate per resolution and port
AAOC Q27G3XMN
Refresh rate per resolution and port. The top rate is in bold.
ResolutionHDMI 2.0DisplayPort 1.4
2560 × 1440Native144Hz8-bit, 4:4:4180Hz10-bit, 4:4:4
Source1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026p 24: vertical scan range 48-180 Hz (DP) and 48-144 Hz (HDMI). Colour bit table: DP 1.4 accepts 2560 x 1440 at 180 Hz in 8 and 10 bpc RGB/YCbCr 444. HDMI 2.0 accepts 144 Hz 8 bpc RGB/444 and 144 Hz 10 bpc only in YCbCr 422/420. 165 Hz and above are not marked for HDMI. 180 Hz is an overclock mode per footnote [2]. DSC is not stated. Lower-resolution maxima are not established and are omitted.
BDell Alienware AW3225DM
Refresh rate per resolution and port. The top rate is in bold.
ResolutionHDMI 2.1 TMDSDisplayPort 1.4
2560 × 1440Native144Hz10-bit180Hz
Source1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 connectivity: one DP 1.4 supports up to 2560 x 1440 at 180 Hz with HDR and VRR. Two HDMI 2.1 ports support up to QHD 2560 x 1440 at 144 Hz 10bit TMDS with HDR and VRR as specified in HDMI 2.1. Table 6 gives the same maximum preset resolution per input, 180 Hz on DisplayPort and 144 Hz on HDMI. DisplayPort bit depth, chroma and DSC are not stated. Preset tables are not proven maxima and are not stored.
Max refresh rate
180Hz
180Hz
Max refresh rate at native resolution
180Hz
180Hz
Max refresh rate over DisplayPort
180Hz
180Hz
Max refresh rate over HDMI
144Hz
144Hz
Max refresh rate over USB-C
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Max refresh rate at 10-bit
180Hz
144Hz
Native refresh rate
165Hz1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026p 24 footnote [2]: overclocking is achieved at 2560x1440@170Hz and 180Hz. If a display error occurs, adjust the refresh rate to 165Hz. So 165 Hz is the highest rate without overclock. Notebookcheck press items state 144 Hz native. The maker manual takes precedence.8Reviewdisplayninja.com/aoc-q27g3xmn-reviewRead 6 October 2026States a native 165Hz with factory overclock to 180Hz, which matches manual footnote [2].
180Hz1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 6 maximum preset resolution 2560 x 1440 at 180 Hz on DisplayPort. Dell US lists a standard refresh rate of 180 Hz.
Overclocked refresh rate
180Hz1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026p 24 footnote [2]: overclocking at 2560x1440@170Hz and 180Hz, DisplayPort only per the vertical scan range.
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Dual mode
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Minimum fixed refresh rate
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Adaptive sync technologies
Adaptive-Sync, FreeSync Premium Pro2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Sync technology Adaptive Sync. AMD FreeSync: AMD FreeSync Premium Pro. G-SYNC Compatible certification is not stated by AOC and is not stored.
VESA AdaptiveSync Display, FreeSync, HDMI VRR1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Features list: VESA AdaptiveSync Display certification and support for AMD FreeSync Technology. G-SYNC Compatible is for the AW2725DM only. Table 5 lists VRR on the HDMI ports as specified in HDMI 2.1. No FreeSync tier is named. Table 6 gives 48 to 180 Hz (DisplayPort) and 48 to 144 Hz (HDMI) as general vertical scan ranges. They are not stored as VRR ranges.
VRR range per port
AAOC Q27G3XMN
InputMin (Hz)Max (Hz)
DisplayPort48180
HDMI48144
Source7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026Specification table: VRR range 48 - 180Hz (DisplayPort) and 48 - 144Hz (HDMI). The manual Adaptive-Sync section says the function works with DP and HDMI. DisplayNinja states 48-180Hz for FreeSync Premium Pro.
BDell Alienware AW3225DM
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Low framerate compensation
Yes9Reviewpcmonitors.info/aoc/aoc-q27g3xmn-180hz-qhd-mini-led-vaRead 6 October 2026Adaptive-Sync with 48-180Hz VRR range plus LFC. AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, stated by AOC, also requires LFC.
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Response time (maker GtG claim)
1ms2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
1ms1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5: 4 ms gray to gray in Fast mode, 2 ms in Super Fast mode and 1 ms in Extreme mode. The fastest value is stored.
Response time (maker MPRT claim)
Not available
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Overdrive settings
Off, Weak, Medium, Strong1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Game Setting p 15: Overdrive Off/Weak/Medium/Strong.
Fast, Super Fast, Extreme1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026OSD Game menu: RESPONSE TIME set to FAST, SUPER FAST or EXTREME.
Motion blur reduction
No7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026There is no blur reduction mode offered on this screen.
Not available
Blur-reduction technology
Not available
Not available
Blur reduction works with VRR
Not available
Not available
Flicker-free (claimed)
Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
Yes1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Features list: flicker-free screen.
Black frame insertion
Not available
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Measured

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Input lag at maximum refresh rate
3.29ms7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026Total display lag 3.29 ms at 180Hz. About 1.3 ms is pixel response, signal processing about 1.99 ms.
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Input lag at 60 Hz
19ms7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026Total display lag 19 ms at 60Hz.
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Average response time (measured)
5.2ms7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 20265.2 ms average G2G at 180Hz, Medium overdrive, TFTCentral improved measurement method. Weak 6.3 ms.
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Overshoot (measured)
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Contrast ratio (measured)
3,565:17Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 20263565:1 static at default settings, retail-firmware unit retested Sept 2024, local dimming off. Original Dec 2023 early sample measured higher.
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SDR brightness (measured)
657nits7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026657 cd/m2 at maximum brightness, default native mode, local dimming off, retail unit Sept 2024.
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HDR brightness in a real scene (measured)
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PWM flicker frequency (measured)
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VRR range (measured)
Not available
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
4.57Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026Average dE2000 4.5 for sRGB colours in the default native gamut mode before calibration, retail unit Sept 2024. The sRGB gamut mode measured dE 1.9.
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Gray uniformity (measured)
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Reflections (measured)
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Connectivity

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Video inputs
AAOC Q27G3XMN
TypeVersionCountHDCP
HDMI2.022.2
DisplayPort1.41Not available
Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026HDMI 2.0 x 2, DisplayPort 1.4 x 1, Digital HDCP (HDMI version) HDCP 2.2. The manual connector list also shows HDMI1, HDMI2 and DP. The US page says HDMI 2.0 x 1, which conflicts with the manual. DP HDCP version is not stated.
BDell Alienware AW3225DM
TypeVersionCountHDCP
DisplayPort1.412.3
HDMI2.1 TMDS22.3
Source1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 and Table 4: one DisplayPort 1.4 (HDCP 1.4 and 2.3) and two HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 1.4 and 2.3). The HDMI ports run TMDS, and the box cable is an HDMI 2.1 TMDS cable. Link bandwidth is not published.
HDMI ports
2
2
DisplayPort ports
1
1
Highest HDMI version
2.0
2.1 TMDS
Highest DisplayPort version
1.4
1.4
HDMI features
Not available
VRR1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5: VRR as specified in HDMI 2.1. The guide does not list ALLM, QMS or eARC.
USB-C video (DP Alt Mode)
No1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Connector list p 9 is complete: Power, HDMI1, HDMI2, DP, Earphone. No USB-C.
Not available
USB-C power delivered
Not available
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Thunderbolt
Not available
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USB upstream ports
AAOC Q27G3XMN
Not available
BDell Alienware AW3225DM
ConnectorUSB versionCount
USB-B5Gbps1
Source1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 and Table 4: one USB 5Gbps Type-B upstream port.
USB downstream hub ports
AAOC Q27G3XMN
Not available
BDell Alienware AW3225DM
ConnectorUSB versionCount
USB-A5Gbps2
Source1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5: two USB 5Gbps Type-A downstream ports, one with BC1.2 power charging.
KVM switch
No7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026No USB type-C connection, KVM support or PiP/PbP modes.
No14Reviewfuturefive.co.nz/story/hands-on-review-alienware-32-gaming-monitor-aw3225dmRead 23 October 2026Hands-on review: there is no KVM support. The monitor works as a USB hub with two USB 5Gbps Type-A ports.
Daisy chain (MST)
Not available
Not available
Ethernet
No1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Connector list p 9 has no Ethernet.
No1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026The complete bottom-view connector table (Table 4) lists power, security lock, stand lock, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, DisplayPort, USB Type-B and two USB Type-A. No Ethernet.
3.5 mm headphone output
Yes1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Connector list p 9: Earphone. Leaflet: Headphone out (3.5mm).
No1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026The complete bottom-view connector table has no audio jack.
3.5 mm microphone input
No1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Connector list p 9 has an earphone output only.
No1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026The complete bottom-view connector table has no audio jack.
Optical out
No1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Connector list p 9 has no optical output.
No1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026The complete bottom-view connector table has no optical port.
Picture in picture
No7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026No PiP/PbP modes.
Yes1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Features list: supports PBP, PIP and Console Mode. Table 12 lists the input pairs.
Picture by picture
No7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026No PiP/PbP modes.
Yes1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Features list: supports PBP, PIP and Console Mode. Table 12 lists the input pairs.

Smart features

None of 4 known
Smart platform
Not available
Not available
Wi-Fi
Not available
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Bluetooth
Not available
Not available
Remote control
Not available
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Audio and camera

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Speakers
No7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026Audio output but no integrated speakers. Expert Reviews also says no built-in speakers.
No14Reviewfuturefive.co.nz/story/hands-on-review-alienware-32-gaming-monitor-aw3225dmRead 23 October 2026Hands-on review: the monitor does not have any built-in speakers. The guide's connector list shows no audio jack.
Number of speakers
Not available
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Speaker power per channel
Not available
Not available
Webcam
Not available
Not available
Microphone
Not available
Not available

Ergonomics and controls

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Stand height adjustment
130mm1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Adjusting the monitor p 8: 130mm.
110mm1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 and the setup section: height adjustable stand 0 mm to 110 mm.
Tilt
Forward3.5°Backward21.5°2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Tilt -3.5 +-1.5 to 21.5 +-1.5 degrees.
Forward5°Backward21°1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 AW3225DM tilt -5 to +21 degrees.
Swivel
Left30°Right30°1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026p 8 diagram 30 degrees each way. Leaflet -30 +-2 to 30 +-2 degrees.
Left0°Right0°1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 AW3225DM swivel N/A. Stored as 0 and 0.
Pivot
Counterclockwise90°Clockwise90°1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026p 8 diagram 90 degrees each way. Leaflet -90 +-2 to 90 +-2 degrees.
Counterclockwise0°Clockwise0°1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5 AW3225DM pivot N/A and a note against portrait or inverse landscape mounting. Stored as 0 and 0.
Removable stand
Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
Yes1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Features: removable stand and VESA 100 mm mounting holes. The back view lists a stand release button.
VESA mount
100 x 1002Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
100 x 1001Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 3: four VESA mounting holes, 100 mm x 100 mm, behind the VESA cover.
VESA adapter needed
Not available
Not available
Security lock slot
Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
Yes1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 4: security-lock slot based on the Kensington Security Slot.
On-screen menu controls
Buttons, Software1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Hotkeys p 13: Source/Exit, Game Mode/<, Dial Point/>, Menu/Enter and Power buttons. No joystick.8Reviewdisplayninja.com/aoc-q27g3xmn-reviewRead 6 October 2026AOC G-Menu software adjusts OSD settings in a desktop application.
Joystick, Software1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 3: a joystick button controls the OSD. The Alienware Command Center adjusts display settings from the computer.
Desktop software
AOC G-Menu3Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026Feature list: AOC G-Menu is a free tool that you can install on your PC.
Alienware Command Center (AWCC)1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 5: Alienware Command Center (AWCC) Yes.
User firmware updates
Not available
Not available
Ambient light sensor
Not available
Not available
Presence sensor
Not available
Not available
RGB lighting
No7Measurementtftcentral.co.uk/reviews/aoc-q27g3xmnRead 6 October 2026There's no RGB lighting on this model.
Not available
Gaming menu features
Game Mode, Shadow Control, Game Color, Low Input Lag, Frame Counter, Dial Point, Bright Frame1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Game Setting p 15 and hotkeys p 13 name Game Mode, Shadow Control, Game Color, Low Input Lag, Frame Counter and Dial Point. Picture Boost p 19 names Bright Frame.
Timer, Frame Rate, Display Alignment, Dark Stabilizer, Console Mode, AlienVision1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026OSD Game menu: Game Enhance Mode (Timer, Frame Rate, Display Alignment), Dark Stabilizer, Console Mode, AlienVision.

OLED care

None of 3 known
OLED care
Not available
Not available
Burn-in covered by warranty
Not available
Not available
Burn-in warranty length
Not available
Not available

Dimensions and weight

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Dimensions with stand
Width614.4Height (lowest)403.3Height (highest)533.3Depth302.6mm(24.2 × 15.9 to 21 × 11.9 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Product dimensions incl. base (WxHxD) 614.4 x 403.3~533.3 x 302.6 mm. The range gives the lowest and highest stand positions.
Width707.42Height (lowest)473.75Height (highest)583.33Depth232mm(27.9 × 18.7 to 23 × 9.1 in)1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 14 AW3225DM with stand: height 473.75 mm compressed and 583.33 mm extended, width 707.42 mm, depth 232 mm.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_129681824_1744031005_0881_3251869.pdfRead 23 October 2026Dell AW3225DM outline dimension drawing, nominal: 707.42 mm wide, 473.75 and 583.33 mm high with stand, 232.00 mm deep. It matches Table 14 of the user guide.
Dimensions without stand
Width614.4Height365.6Depth71.8mm(24.2 × 14.4 × 2.8 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Product dimensions excl. base (WxHxD) 614.4 x 365.6 x 71.8 mm.
Width707.42Height418.67Depth121.65mm(27.9 × 16.5 × 4.8 in)1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 14 AW3225DM without stand: height 418.67 mm, width 707.42 mm, depth 121.65 mm. The panel is curved.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_129681824_1744031005_0881_3251869.pdfRead 23 October 2026Outline drawing: 707.42 x 418.67 mm with 121.65 mm depth.
Stand footprint
Not available
Width270Depth232mm(10.6 × 9.1 in)1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 14 AW3225DM stand dimensions: width 270 mm, depth 232 mm.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_129681824_1744031005_0881_3251869.pdfRead 23 October 2026Outline drawing: stand 270.00 mm wide and 232.00 mm deep.
Weight with stand
5.43kg(12 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Net weight excl. package 5.43 kg. The same table also gives Product without stand 5.43 kg, which cannot both be true, so weight without stand is not stored.
9.63kg(21.2 lb)1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 14: 9.63 kg with stand assembly and cables. The stand assembly weighs 2.61 kg.
Weight without stand
Not available
6.58kg(14.5 lb)1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 14: 6.58 kg without stand assembly, for wall mount or VESA, without cables.
Box dimensions
Width805Height480Depth162mm(31.7 × 18.9 × 6.4 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026
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Box weight
7.06kg(15.6 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Gross weight incl. package 7.06 kg.
13.67kg(30.1 lb)1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 14: 13.67 kg weight with packaging.

Power

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Power supply
Internal2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Power supply: Internal. EPREL also states internal.
Internal4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2167431_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Row 24 power supply type: Internal.
Adapter rating
Not available
Not available
Input voltage
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026p 24: Power Source 100-240V~ 50/60Hz 2A.
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 13: 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz.
Power use (typical)
54W1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026p 24: Typical (default brightness and contrast) 54W.
Not available
Power use (max)
190W1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026p 24: Max. (brightness = 100, contrast = 100) <=190W. Bound retained. The monitor has no USB ports, so no USB load is included.
90W1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 13 AW3225DM: 90 W maximum at maximum brightness and contrast with maximum power loading on all USB ports. It includes the USB load. The 33 W on-mode figure there is the EU test value and 28 W Pon is the ENERGY STAR test value, so neither is stored as a typical figure.
Power use SDR (EU label)
48W5EU energy label (EPREL)aoc.com/api/asset/pi29679Read 6 October 2026On mode power demand in SDR 48.0 W.
33W4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2167431_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Row 4 on-mode power demand in SDR 33.0 W.
Power use HDR (EU label)
40W5EU energy label (EPREL)aoc.com/api/asset/pi29679Read 6 October 2026On mode power demand in HDR 40.0 W. Lower than SDR as published by AOC. Stored as published.
39W4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2167431_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Row 6 on-mode power demand in HDR 39.0 W.
Standby power
0.5W1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026p 24: Standby mode <=0.5W. Bound retained.
0.3W1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 13: 0.3 W standby, as defined in EU 2019/2021 and 2019/2013.4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2167431_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Row 8 standby 0.3 W.
Off-mode power
0.3W2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Power consumption off 0.3 W. EPREL off mode 0.3 W.
0.3W1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 13: 0.3 W off mode, as defined in EU 2019/2021 and 2019/2013.4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2167431_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Row 7 off mode 0.3 W.
EU energy class SDR
G5EU energy label (EPREL)aoc.com/api/asset/pi29679Read 6 October 2026
G4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2167431_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Row 3 class G.
EU energy class HDR
G5EU energy label (EPREL)aoc.com/api/asset/pi29679Read 6 October 2026
G4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2167431_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Row 5 class G.
Energy per 1000 h SDR
48kWh6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_1655148.svgRead 6 October 2026Energy label SDR 48 kWh/1000h.
33kWh5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_2167431.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed label value 33 kWh/1000h.
Energy per 1000 h HDR
40kWh6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_1655148.svgRead 6 October 2026Energy label HDR 40 kWh/1000h.
39kWh5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_2167431.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed label value 39 kWh/1000h.

Certifications

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VESA ClearMR
Not available
Not available
VESA AdaptiveSync Display
Not available
Not available
TÜV certifications
TUV-Bauart-Mark2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Regulatory compliance: TUV-Bauart-Mark Yes.
Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Features list: the monitor uses a low blue light panel and is compliant with TUV Rheinland (Hardware Solution) at factory reset. The guide names no category.
Low blue light
Software1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Color Setup p 18: LowBlue Mode decreases blue light by controlling colour temperature. This is a picture filter, not a panel-level hardware solution.
Hardware1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Features list: built-in hardware low blue light solution that adjusts display parameters. TUV Rheinland (Hardware Solution).
ENERGY STAR
Not available
Not available
TCO Certified
Not available
Not available
EPEAT
Not available
Not available
Colour certifications
Not available
Not available
Other certifications
Not available
Not available

In the box

2 of 2 differ
In the box
Monitor, QSG, Warranty card, Stand, Base, Power Cable, DP Cable, HDMI Cable1Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi30706Read 6 October 2026Contents in Box p 6. DP and HDMI cables are marked as not provided in all countries and regions.
Monitor, Stand riser, Stand base, DisplayPort to DisplayPort 1.4 cable (1.80 m), HDMI 2.1 TMDS cable (1.80 m), USB 5Gbps Type-A to Type-B cable (1.80 m), Power cable (varies by country or region), Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information, Alienware Sticker, QR Card1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 1 package contents: monitor, stand riser, stand base, DisplayPort to DisplayPort 1.4 cable, HDMI 2.1 TMDS cable and USB 5Gbps Type-A to Type-B cable of 1.80 m each, power cable, safety information, Alienware sticker and QR card.2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/alienware-32-curved-gaming-monitor-aw3225dm/apd/210-bqwn/monitors-monitor-accessoriesRead 23 October 2026Tech Specs package contents match the guide: monitor, stand, power cable, DisplayPort, HDMI and USB Type-A to Type-B cables of 1.80 m, QR card, Alienware sticker and safety information.
Cables included
AAOC Q27G3XMN
Type
HDMI cable (1.8 m)
DisplayPort cable (1.8 m)
Power cable
Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026What's in the box: HDMI cable 1.8, DisplayPort cable 1.8, Power Cable. This is the EU /BK leaflet. The manual says signal cables vary by region. The US Amazon listing names an HDMI cable and power cord.
BDell Alienware AW3225DM
TypeCount
DisplayPort to DisplayPort 1.4 cable (1.80 m)1
HDMI 2.1 TMDS cable (1.80 m)1
USB 5Gbps Type-A to Type-B cable (1.80 m)1
Power cableNot available
Source1Owner's manualgzhls.at/blob/ldb/c/7/8/7/6f1cf3c9c25bac93eb9bc32ac4630ae655d2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Table 1: DisplayPort, HDMI 2.1 TMDS and USB Type-A to Type-B cables of 1.80 m each, plus a power cable. The Dell US page lists one of each cable.2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/alienware-32-curved-gaming-monitor-aw3225dm/apd/210-bqwn/monitors-monitor-accessoriesRead 23 October 2026Tech Specs cable list: power cable and one each of DisplayPort, HDMI and USB Type-A to Type-B cables, 1.80 m.

Warranty

0 of 2 differ
Manufacturer warranty (source market)
3years2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g3xmn_bkRead 6 October 2026Warranty period 3 years on the EU /BK leaflet and UK page. EPREL minimum general guarantee 3 years. Amazon US states 3 year manufacturer warranty.
3years2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/alienware-32-curved-gaming-monitor-aw3225dm/apd/210-bqwn/monitors-monitor-accessoriesRead 23 October 2026Tech Specs: Limited Warranty 3 Year, 3 Years Limited Hardware and Advanced Exchange Service. EPREL also says 3 years.4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_2167431_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Minimum duration of the general guarantee offered by the supplier: 3 years. EU market.
Dead pixel policy
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