Alienware 27 240Hz QD-OLED (AW2726DM) Review: At Just $350, OLED Gaming Finally Gets Affordable

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Pros & Cons Least expensive OLED monitor we've tested Great color range and contrast Low input lag Low maximum brightness Unimpressive HDR without calibration Alienware 27 240Hz QD-OLED (AW2726DM) Specs Name Value tr:nth-of-type(n+6)]:hidden" :class="{ '[&>tr:nth-of-type(n+6)]:!table-row': open }"> Panel Size (Corner-to-Corner) 27 inches Native Resolution 2560 by 1440 Screen Technology OLED Rated Screen Luminance 200 nits Rated Contrast Ratio 1,500