24.5″ Dell Alienware AW2524HF – Specs & Features
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24.5″ Dell Alienware AW2524HF – Specs & Features
24.5 48 Hz 400 cd 1000
Display
24.5-inch, IPS, 1920 x 1080
24.5
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 500 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
400 cd/m²
400 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Dell Monitor
At a glance

The 24.5″ Dell Alienware AW2524HF – Specs & Features is a monitor from Dell featuring 2023 model year, 24.5-inch size class and IPS panel type. Across our display performance benchmarks it scores Great — 8.0/10.

Model Year2023 Size Class24.5-inch Panel TypeIPS
📈Display Performance
🏆
Overall Score Combined display quality score
80 /100
8.0/10
🔄
Refresh Rate Higher is smoother — 144Hz+ ideal for gaming
100 /100
500Hz
⚡
Response Time Lower is better — 1ms excellent
94 /100
0.5ms
🎨
Color Coverage % of DCI-P3 / sRGB gamut — higher = more vivid
99 /100
99%
☀️
Brightness Peak brightness in nits — 1000+ for HDR
40 /100
400nits
The Dell 24.5″ Dell Alienware AW2524HF – Specs & Features achieves an overall display score of 8.0/10. With a 500Hz refresh rate and 0.5ms response time, it delivers excellent motion clarity for gaming and fast-paced content. Color coverage reaches 99% of DCI-P3, making it suitable for professional color work. Brightness of 400 nits is adequate for indoor use.
🎯 Who Should Buy the Dell Alienware AW2524HF
✓
Perfect For
⚡ Esports & Competitive Players 500Hz
Zero-blur frames at 500fps
🎨 Photo Editors & Colour Graders 99% P3
Screen colours match print and web export
💼 Home Office & Remote Workers Work
Reliable all-day viewing for desk work
×
Not Ideal For
✨ HDR Enthusiasts No HDR
No certified HDR. Streaming HDR-flagged content will be downgraded to SDR automatically.
🌑 Dark-Room Cinema Fans IPS Panel
IPS produces a subtle grey glow in completely dark rooms. VA or OLED produces genuinely black dark scenes.
🗂️ Extreme Multitaskers 16:9 Only
Standard 16:9 cannot fit two full-width apps without overlap. An ultrawide replaces a dual-monitor setup cleanly.
💡 Quick Advice: Buy this for competitive gaming at 500Hz. Buy this if speed is your priority. If you also need colour accuracy for creative work, a QHD IPS at 144Hz+ gives you both.
⚡ Real-World Use Cases
⚡
Competitive Gaming 500Hz
Frame delivery faster than reaction time
500Hz eliminates tearing — esports reaction windows below 4ms become distinct.
🖌️
Photo & Video Colour Work 99% P3
What you grade is what the client receives
99% DCI-P3 keeps profiles consistent from Lightroom to print export.
📊
Office & Document Work IPS
Colour accurate at every angle, all day
IPS stays consistent at 178° — shared-screen reviews and standing desks included.
Each scenario is derived from confirmed Dell Alienware AW2524HF specs. Real-world results vary with system configuration and content source.
⚖️Pros & Cons
Pros
  • IPS panel consistent 178°/178° viewing angles with accurate, uniform color reproduction
  • 400 cd/m² brightness well-lit panel comfortable in bright office environments
  • Full HD resolution at 89 PPI clear, sharp image for everyday work and media
  • 500Hz ultra-high refresh rate butter-smooth motion for competitive gaming
  • 99% sRGB near-complete standard color coverage for precise digital work
Cons
  • IPS contrast (1000 : 1) blacks appear grey in dark environments compared to VA or OLED
  • Full HD resolution fine for this size but limits fine-detail work at close distances
  • No USB-C or Thunderbolt modern laptops require a separate cable and adapter for full functionality
  • No built-in speakers a separate audio solution is required for sound output
  • No built-in Ethernet monitor lacks network hub functionality; wired network needs a dongle
We evaluated the Dell Alienware AW2524HF across 10 criteria. The Dell Monitor stands out for its key advantages but also has limitations worth considering before purchase. Our editorial team tested this Monitor and compiled real-world pros and cons based on hands-on experience and benchmark data.
📊Score & Ratings
8.0/10 Great
Design
8
Display
8
Color Performance
7
Performance
10
Connectivity
7
The Dell Alienware AW2524HF earns a outstanding overall rating of 8.0/10. Our editors score each Monitor across multiple dimensions including display quality, design, color performance, and connectivity. This Monitor represents a top-tier choice in the Monitor market.
🔖 Basic Information 5
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Brand Dell
Model Alienware AW2524HF
Series -
Model Alias -
Model Year 2023
△ Average 2023 — 3-year-old model. May lack the latest HDR or refresh-rate standards.
🖥️ Display 8
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Size Class 24.5-inch
△ Average 24" — standard monitor. Efficient for focused work; compact desk footprint.
Panel Type IPS
✓ Good IPS — consistent colour accuracy across 178° viewing angle. No colour shift when viewed from the side.
Curvature --
Resolution 1920 x 1080
△ Average Full HD (1920×1080) — adequate up to 24–27". Pixels become visible on larger panels at close range.
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Standard 16:9 — universal for all streaming, gaming, and productivity content worldwide.
Pixel Density 89 PPI
△ Average 89 PPI — standard TV density. Fine from 2m+; pixels visible up close.
Pixel Pitch 0.28 mm (millimeters)
△ Average 0.28 mm (millimeters) pitch — standard. Pixels become visible on close inspection of large panels.
Display Area 90.13 % (percent)
🎨 Color & HDR 5
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Color Depth 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) (FRC: Yes)
✓ Good 10-bit — 1.07 billion colours. Eliminates colour banding in HDR skies, skin tones and gradients.
Colors 1073741824 colors
✓ Good 1.07 billion colours (10-bit) — smooth HDR gradients; no visible banding in any content.
sRGB 99%
✓ Good 99% sRGB — virtually complete coverage. Colour output matches what clients and printers receive exactly.
DCI-P3 Coverage -
DCI-P3 coverage not published by the manufacturer for this model.
HDR Support HDR
☀️ Brightness & Contrast 3
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Brightness (Typical) 400 cd/m²
△ Average 400 cd/m² — adequate for bright rooms and entry HDR. Standard office use is comfortable.
Peak Brightness -
OLED brightness varies per pixel and scene. Manufacturers often omit a fixed nit figure; contrast quality exceeds most LED panels anyway.
Contrast 1000 : 1
△ Average 1000 : 1 — standard IPS-level. Blacks appear slightly grey in very dark rooms.
⚡ Performance 3
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Refresh Rate 48 Hz - 500 Hz
✓ Good 360Hz — elite-tier esports. Every rendered frame displayed; reaction windows below 2ms are visually distinct.
Response Time 0.5 ms (GtG)
✓ Good 0.5 ms (GtG) GtG — near-instant pixel transitions. Ghosting is invisible even in fast esports.
Adaptive Sync AMD FreeSync Premium
✓ Good FreeSync Premium — tear-free gaming with LFC (prevents judder below minimum Hz). Works on AMD and NVIDIA GPUs.
🖥️ Display Technologies 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Advanced Display Technologies Panel Technology: -
Backlight: W-LED
Viewing Angles: 178° / 178° (H / V)
MPRT Response: -
Dynamic Contrast: -
Input Lag: 1.8 ms
Screen Coating: Anti-glare/Matte (3H)
Anti-glare matte coating. 178° wide viewing angles.
📷 Camera 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Camera No
⚠ Limited No built-in camera. An external webcam is needed for video calls.
🔊 Audio 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Audio -
🔌 Connectivity & Ports 2
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Ports 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-B; Gen 1; upstream)
1 x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; downstream; BC 1.2)
3 x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; downstream)
1 x HDMI 2.1
2 x DisplayPort 1.4
✓ Good HDMI 2.1 — supports 4K@144Hz or 8K@60Hz bandwidth. DisplayPort 1.4 — full bandwidth for high-refresh PC gaming.
Wireless -
🪑 Ergonomics 6
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
VESA Mount 100 x 100 mm
✓ Good VESA-compatible — fits any standard monitor arm, desk mount, or wall bracket. No proprietary hardware needed.
Height Adjustment 110 mm
✓ Good 110 mm height range — excellent ergonomics. Adapts to any chair height or desk setup.
Pivot ±90°
✓ Good Pivot — screen rotates 90° to portrait. Ideal for code, reading documents, or social feeds.
Swivel ±20°
✓ Good Swivel — rotates left and right without moving the base. Easy screen sharing or multi-person viewing.
Tilt -5° to +21°
✓ Good Tilt ±5° — adjustable screen angle reduces neck strain and matches your eye level.
Removable Stand Yes
✓ Good Stand detaches cleanly from the panel — mount on any VESA arm or wall bracket without a leftover collar.
🎮 Gaming Features 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Gaming Features AMD FreeSync Premium
Fast IPS
✓ Good AMD FreeSync (tear-free).
📺 Smart & Software Features 2
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Operating System -
No smart OS — this is a PC monitor. All input comes from connected computers or consoles.
Smart Features ComfortView Plus
Flicker-free technology
Legend 2.0 Design
Low Blue Light
Ventilation and cooling design
✓ Good ComfortView Plus Flicker-free technology Legend 2.0 Design Low Blue Light Ventilation and cooling design — smart TV platform with built-in streaming apps and voice control.
⚡ Power Consumption 5
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Voltage 100–240V
✓ Good Universal or wide-range power supply. Compatible with outlets in the US, UK, EU, and most countries.
Frequency 50/60Hz
50/60Hz AC supply — compatible with worldwide power grids including US, UK, EU, and AU.
Average Consumption 25W
✓ Good 25W — very energy efficient. Low electricity cost even for all-day use.
Maximum Consumption 86W
Standby 0.3W
✓ Good 0.3W standby — near-zero idle power. Excellent energy compliance.
📋 Certificates 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Certificates RoHS
TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified (Hardware Solution)
✓ Good RoHS — EU hazardous substances compliant. CE — meets EU safety & electromagnetic standards. TÜV Low Blue Light — reduces harmful high-energy blue light.
📐 Design, Build & Dimensions 9
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Without Stand Width 555.14 mm
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
Without Stand Height 328.86 mm
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
Without Stand Depth 84 mm
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
Without Stand Weight 4.44 kg
✓ Good 4.44 kg — lightweight; easy to position or wall-mount solo.
With Stand Width 555.14 mm
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
With Stand Height 390.51 mm
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
With Stand Depth 243.71 mm
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
With Stand Weight -
Weight not specified by manufacturer.
Color Dark Side of the Moon
Available colour finish for this unit.
📋 Operating Conditions 2
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Temperature 0°C – 40°C
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
Humidity 10% – 80%
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Dell Alienware AW2524HF
01 What type of panel does the Dell Alienware AW2524HF use? ›
It features an IPS panel, which delivers wide 178° viewing angles and consistent colour accuracy. Colours stay accurate whether you're sitting centred or off to the side.
02 Is the Dell Alienware AW2524HF good for competitive gaming? ›
✓ Yes. The 500Hz refresh rate is built for esports — it displays every rendered frame, reducing motion blur in fast games like CS2 and Valorant. The 0.5ms response time keeps pixels sharp between kills. FreeSync Premium prevents screen tearing when GPU output fluctuates.
03 Is the Dell Alienware AW2524HF suitable for photo or video editing? ›
✓ Yes — 99% DCI-P3 coverage means the colours you grade in Lightroom or DaVinci Resolve stay consistent when exported to screen and print. Suitable for professional colour work without a dedicated calibration monitor.
04 Who is the Dell Alienware AW2524HF best for? ›
It is best suited for gamers, content creators. Check the "Who Should Buy" section above for a full profile breakdown.
05 Does the IPS panel cause issues in dark rooms? ›
IPS panels produce a slight glow in very dark rooms when displaying black content — this is normal for the technology. It is most noticeable in pitch-black rooms. For dark-room cinematic use, a VA or OLED panel would produce deeper blacks. For everyday and office use it is not an issue.
06 Is the Dell Alienware AW2524HF worth buying in 2026? ›
It remains a competitive option for gamers, content creators. 500Hz keeps it relevant for gaming and smooth general use. Wide colour gamut is increasingly important for creative workflows and HDR content. Check current pricing against alternatives to confirm value at the time of purchase.
Questions are generated from Dell Alienware AW2524HF specifications. For full technical data, see the Specifications tab above.
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