27″ Dell Alienware AW2723DF – Specs & Features
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27″ Dell Alienware AW2723DF – Specs & Features
27 48 Hz 380 cd 1000
Display
27-inch, IPS, 2560 x 1440
27
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 280 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
380 cd/m² (peak 700 cd/m²)
380 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Dell Monitor
At a glance

The 27″ Dell Alienware AW2723DF – Specs & Features is a monitor from Dell featuring 2022 model year, 27-inch size class and IPS panel type. Across our display performance benchmarks it scores Great — 8.4/10.

Model Year2022 Size Class27-inch Panel TypeIPS
📈Display Performance
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Overall Score Combined display quality score
84 /100
8.4/10
🔄
Refresh Rate Higher is smoother — 144Hz+ ideal for gaming
100 /100
280Hz
⚡
Response Time Lower is better — 1ms excellent
88 /100
1ms
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Color Coverage % of DCI-P3 / sRGB gamut — higher = more vivid
100 /100
100%
☀️
Brightness Peak brightness in nits — 1000+ for HDR
38 /100
380nits
The Dell 27″ Dell Alienware AW2723DF – Specs & Features achieves an overall display score of 8.4/10. With a 280Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time, it delivers excellent motion clarity for gaming and fast-paced content. Color coverage reaches 100% of DCI-P3, making it suitable for professional color work. Brightness of 380 nits is adequate for indoor use.
🎯 Who Should Buy the Dell Alienware AW2723DF
✓
Perfect For
⚡ Esports & Competitive Players 280Hz
Zero-blur frames at 280fps
🎨 Photo Editors & Colour Graders 100% P3
Screen colours match print and web export
✨ HDR Content Enthusiasts HDR600
Highlights that genuinely exceed SDR range
×
Not Ideal For
🌑 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.
💻 Single-Cable Laptop Users No USB-C
No USB-C port means separate video and power cables are needed for a laptop. No single-cable docking possible.
💡 Quick Advice: Buy this for competitive gaming at 280Hz. 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 280Hz
Frame delivery faster than reaction time
280Hz eliminates tearing — esports reaction windows below 4ms become distinct.
🖌️
Photo & Video Colour Work 100% P3
What you grade is what the client receives
100% 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.
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HDR Movies & Gaming HDR600
Brightness range SDR cannot show
HDR content on Netflix and Game Pass gets expanded highlights and shadow depth.
Each scenario is derived from confirmed Dell Alienware AW2723DF 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
  • Premium DisplayHDR 600 certification vivid highlights with excellent HDR depth
  • QHD resolution (2560 x 1440) 78% more pixels than FHD for noticeably crisper visuals
  • 280Hz ultra-high refresh rate butter-smooth motion for competitive gaming
  • 95% DCI-P3 vibrant, saturated colors well beyond standard sRGB monitors
Cons
  • IPS contrast (1000 : 1) blacks appear grey in dark environments compared to VA or OLED
  • 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
  • IPS glow at screen corners common panel characteristic visible during dark scenes
We evaluated the Dell Alienware AW2723DF 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
8.4/10 Great
Design
8
Display
8
Color Performance
9
Performance
10
Connectivity
7
The Dell Alienware AW2723DF earns a outstanding overall rating of 8.4/10. 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 AW2723DF
Series -
Model Alias -
Model Year 2022
△ Average 2022 — 4-year-old model. May lack the latest HDR or refresh-rate standards.
🖥️ Display 8
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Size Class 27-inch
✓ Good 27" — popular desktop size. Enough space for multitasking without head movement.
Panel Type IPS
✓ Good IPS — consistent colour accuracy across 178° viewing angle. No colour shift when viewed from the side.
Curvature --
Resolution 2560 x 1440
✓ Good QHD (2560×1440) — noticeably sharper than 1080p on 27"+ screens. Sweet spot for productivity and gaming.
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Standard 16:9 — universal for all streaming, gaming, and productivity content worldwide.
Pixel Density 109 PPI
△ Average 109 PPI — adequate sharpness for monitor use. Comfortable for text and media at 50–80cm.
Pixel Pitch 0.233 mm (millimeters)
✓ Good 0.233 mm (millimeters) pitch — fine. Comfortable sharpness at desk viewing distances.
Display Area 93.2 % (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 100%
✓ Good 100% sRGB — virtually complete coverage. Colour output matches what clients and printers receive exactly.
DCI-P3 Coverage 95%
✓ Good 95% DCI-P3 — excellent for professional work. Reliable for photo editing and video colour grading.
HDR Support DisplayHDR 600
✓ Good HDR600 — impactful HDR. Noticeably better than HDR400 in bright highlights and dark shadows.
☀️ Brightness & Contrast 3
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Brightness (Typical) 380 cd/m²
△ Average 380 cd/m² — comfortable indoors. May wash out next to a bright window or in direct sunlight.
Peak Brightness 700 cd/m²
✓ Good 700 cd/m² — strong HDR headroom. Noticeably impactful HDR on Netflix and games.
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 - 280 Hz
✓ Good 240Hz — built for competitive gaming (CS2, Valorant, Apex). Motion blur is virtually eliminated at this rate.
Response Time 1 ms (GtG)
✓ Good 1 ms (GtG) GtG — near-instant pixel transitions. Ghosting is invisible even in fast esports.
Adaptive Sync AMD FreeSync Premium Pro
VESA AdaptiveSync
✓ Good FreeSync Premium Pro — AMD's top tier: tear-free + Low Framerate Compensation + HDR support.
🖥️ 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: 2.3 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 3.5 mm Audio Out
3.5mm headphone/audio output — connects wired headphones or routes audio to external speakers.
🔌 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; charging)
3 x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; downstream)
2 x HDMI 2.0
1 x DisplayPort 1.4
1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out (speakers)
1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out (headphones)
✓ Good HDMI 2.0 — 4K@60Hz max 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 AlienFX custom lighting
AMD FreeSync Premium Pro
Fast IPS
NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible
Picture-by-Picture
Picture-in-Picture
✓ Good NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible (tear-free). 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
Console Mode
Flicker-free technology
Low Blue Light
Slide-out hook for headphones
✓ Good ComfortView Plus Console Mode Flicker-free technology Low Blue Light Slide-out hook for headphones — 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 22.4W
✓ Good 22.4W — very energy efficient. Low electricity cost even for all-day use.
Maximum Consumption 105W
Standby 0.3W
✓ Good 0.3W standby — near-zero idle power. Excellent energy compliance.
📋 Certificates 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Certificates FCC
RoHS
TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
✓ Good RoHS — EU hazardous substances compliant. FCC — US electromagnetic compatibility certified.
📐 Design, Build & Dimensions 9
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Without Stand Width 606.6 mm
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
Without Stand Height 354.29 mm
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
Without Stand Depth 67 mm
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
Without Stand Weight 5.71 kg
△ Average 5.71 kg — standard weight for this panel size.
With Stand Width 606.6 mm
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
With Stand Height 406.25 mm
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
With Stand Depth 268.02 mm
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
With Stand Weight 9.34 kg
△ Average 9.34 kg — standard weight for this panel size.
Color Black
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 AW2723DF
01 What type of panel does the Dell Alienware AW2723DF 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 AW2723DF good for competitive gaming? ›
✓ Yes. The 280Hz refresh rate is built for esports — it displays every rendered frame, reducing motion blur in fast games like CS2 and Valorant. The 1ms response time keeps pixels sharp between kills. FreeSync Premium Pro prevents screen tearing when GPU output fluctuates.
03 Is the HDR 600 certification worth it on this monitor? ›
HDR600 delivers genuine highlights — sun glints, fire, and neon signs visibly exceed what SDR can show. Streaming HDR content on Netflix or playing HDR games produces a noticeably different result compared to HDR400 or SDR panels.
04 Is the Dell Alienware AW2723DF suitable for photo or video editing? ›
✓ Yes — 100% 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.
05 Who is the Dell Alienware AW2723DF best for? ›
It is best suited for gamers, content creators. Check the "Who Should Buy" section above for a full profile breakdown.
06 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.
07 Is the Dell Alienware AW2723DF worth buying in 2026? ›
It remains a competitive option for gamers, content creators. 280Hz 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 AW2723DF specifications. For full technical data, see the Specifications tab above.
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