31.5″ Dell Alienware AW3225DM – Specs & Features
Aimed at gamers, the Dell Alienware AW3225DM is a 31.5-inch VA display with a 2560 × 1440 panel that refreshes at up to 180 Hz.
Overview
Aimed at gamers, the Dell Alienware AW3225DM is a 31.5-inch VA display with a 2560 × 1440 panel that refreshes at up to 180 Hz. It offers 93 ppi pixel density, 400 nits typical brightness, 3000:1 static contrast and 95% DCI-P3 coverage. Variable refresh covers 48–180 Hz, quotes 1 ms response and supports FreeSync. Inputs include 2× HDMI 2.1, 1× DisplayPort 1.4 and 2× USB-A. The stand offers 110 mm of height adjustment. There are no speakers, and it weighs 6.58 kg without the stand. It suits players who want smooth motion for fast games. The main trade-off: QHD on 31.5 inches (93 ppi) is less sharp than QHD or 4K panels.
- 31.5-inch VA (1500R curve), 2560 × 1440 at 93 ppi
- 48–180 Hz, 1 ms response, FreeSync
- 400 nits, 3000:1 contrast, 95% DCI-P3, DisplayHDR 400
- 2× HDMI 2.1, 1× DisplayPort 1.4, 2× USB-A
- 110 mm height, no speakers
Pros & Cons
- 180 Hz refresh keeps fast games smooth
- 95% DCI-P3 coverage suits colour-sensitive work
- 1 ms response leaves very little pixel blur in motion
- 400 nits typical brightness copes with bright rooms
- HDMI 2.1 suits current consoles at high frame rates
- QHD on 31.5 inches (93 ppi) is less sharp than QHD or 4K panels
- No built-in speakers, so headphones or external audio are needed
- VA panel can smear dark transitions in fast scenes
- QHD on 31.5 inches gives less detail than 4K
Score & Ratings
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dell |
| Model | Alienware AW3225DM |
| Model Alias | AW3225DM |
| Full Product Name | Dell Alienware AW3225DM |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Available Colors | Interstellar Indigo |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 31.5 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 800.1 mm (31.50 in) |
| Radius of Curvature | 1500R |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 698.4 mm (27.50 in) |
| Active Display Height | 392.85 mm (15.47 in) |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 92.64% |
| Panel Type | VA |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte (3H) |
31.5" Display Size (80 cm) 16:9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 93 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.272 mm (millimeters) |
Resolution at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits |
| FRC | No |
| Display Colors | 1073.7 million colors (30 bits) |
| Typical Brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 3000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| HDR Support |
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| HDR10 | Yes |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95% |
Fills more of your view — great for productivity, may need slight head turns toward the edges.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 180 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 1 ms |
| AMD FreeSync | Supported |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| HDMI FRL | Yes |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| Display Stream Compression | Yes |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| HDCP Version | 2.2 |
| USB-A Ports |
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| USB-B Upstream | 1× USB-B |
Ports & Connections
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 110 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | 110 mm (4.33 in) |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 20 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | No |
| Pivot Adjustment | No |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 707.42 × 473.75 × 232 mm |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 707.42 × 418.67 × 121.65 mm |
| Weight Without Stand | 6.58 kg (14.51 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 232 mm (9.13 in) |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes |
Power & Operating Conditions 14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Average Power Consumption | 33 W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 90 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% – 80% |
| Operating Altitude | 5000 m |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 60 °C (-4 °F - 140 °F) |
| Storage Humidity | 5% - 90% |
| Storage Altitude | 12192 m |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| ComfortView Plus | Yes |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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Certifications, Standards & Licenses 5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA DisplayHDR | Display / HDR 400 |
| VESA AdaptiveSync | Display 180 |
| RoHS | Yes |
| CE | Yes |
| FCC | Yes |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | Yes |
| DisplayPort Cable | Yes |
| USB Type-A to Type-B Cable | Yes |
Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Draws more power than 100% of the 701 comparable displays we track.