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Alienware AW2726DM

86
Highly rated
Average of 7 professional reviews
7 of 7 recommend it · critics agree
Where the 7 reviews landedRange 79–90
Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 86.3 · 5 printed, 2 estimated · printed scores only: 88

Alienware AW2726DMImage: Alienware

7 professional reviewers tested the Alienware AW2726DM, and 7 recommend it. Most praised: picture quality and performance. Most common complaint: brightness.

Reviewed by GamesRadar+, Windows Central, Tom's Guide and 4 more

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What 7 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 90
    GamesRadar+Hands-on review · 2026

    GamesRadar sees a landmark value QD-OLED that trims features and brightness to hit a sub-$400 price.

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  2. 90
    Windows CentralHands-on review · 2026

    An easy recommendation for anyone wanting QD-OLED on a small budget: color and contrast are superb and 240Hz QHD suits most gamers.

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  3. 90
    Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2026

    A superb-value QD-OLED gaming monitor that delivers excellent picture quality and fast 240Hz performance at a low price.

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  4. 90
    Tom's HardwareHands-on review · 2026

    Tom's Hardware frames this QHD 240Hz QD-OLED as a price breakthrough for desktop OLED.

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  5. 80
    Expert ReviewsHands-on review · 2026

    A good-value QD-OLED gaming monitor with vivid color and great motion clarity, though brightness is low and shopping around may turn up better deals.

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  6. 85est.
    Game RantNo printed score · Hands-on review · 2026

    A very affordable 1440p 240Hz OLED that looks sharp, vivid and responsive, quickly becoming the reviewer's favorite display.

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  7. 79est.
    Monitors UnboxedNo printed score · Video review · 2025

    The Alienware AW2726DM is a solid, well-built monitor that offers a great balance of performance across SDR and HDR modes, though it lacks advanced OLED care customization and boosted brightness options.

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What critics praise most

Picture quality5 of 7
Performance4 of 7
Value for money2 of 7

What critics dislike most

Brightness6 of 7

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Common questions

Is the Alienware AW2726DM worth it?

Most critics think so: 7 of 7 recommend it.

Do critics agree about the Alienware AW2726DM?

Critics agree: scores range from 79 (Monitors Unboxed) to 90 (GamesRadar+), a spread of 11 points across 7 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.

What do critics dislike about the Alienware AW2726DM?

Brightness (6 of 7 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the Alienware AW2726DM?

The Alienware AW3426DW (critic score 91), top pick, narrowly.