Alienware AW3426DW vs MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50
Alienware AW3426DW
34″ · 3440×1440 · 280 Hz · QD-OLED · 2026MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50
26.5″ · 2560×1440 · 500 Hz · OLEDAlienware AW3426DW and MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 93 and 94.
- Resolution: Alienware AW3426DW leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1440).
- Refresh rate: MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 leads (500 Hz vs 280 Hz).
Alienware AW3426DW
If you care most about resolution.
MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50
If you care most about refresh rate.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Alienware AW3426DW | MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 | |
|---|---|---|
| 93 | Gear score | 94 |
| 34″ | Screen size | 26.5″ |
| 3440×1440 | Resolution | 2560×1440 |
| 280 Hz | Refresh rate | 500 Hz |
| QD-OLED | Panel | OLED |
| 0.03 ms | Response time | — |
| 2026 | Release year | — |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is Alienware AW3426DW or MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 better?
Alienware AW3426DW and MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 93 and 94. Resolution: Alienware AW3426DW leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1440). Refresh rate: MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 leads (500 Hz vs 280 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 leads (500 Hz vs 280 Hz).