ASUS ROG Strix XG248Q vs Dell Alienware AW3420DW
ASUS ROG Strix XG248Q
23.8″ · 1920×1080 · 240 Hz · TNDell Alienware AW3420DW
34.1″ · 3440×1440 · 120 Hz · IPSASUS ROG Strix XG248Q and Dell Alienware AW3420DW are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 70.
- Resolution: Dell Alienware AW3420DW leads (3440×1440 vs 1920×1080).
- Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG248Q leads (240 Hz vs 120 Hz).
- Response time: ASUS ROG Strix XG248Q leads (1 ms vs 2 ms).
ASUS ROG Strix XG248Q
If you care most about refresh rate, response time.
Dell Alienware AW3420DW
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS ROG Strix XG248Q | Dell Alienware AW3420DW | |
|---|---|---|
| 70 | Gear score | 70 |
| 23.8″ | Screen size | 34.1″ |
| 1920×1080 | Resolution | 3440×1440 |
| 240 Hz | Refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| TN | Panel | IPS |
| 1 ms | Response time | 2 ms |
| ≈ $279 | Estimated price | ≈ $630 |
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 ASUS ROG Strix XG248Q or Dell Alienware AW3420DW better?
ASUS ROG Strix XG248Q and Dell Alienware AW3420DW are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 70. Resolution: Dell Alienware AW3420DW leads (3440×1440 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG248Q leads (240 Hz vs 120 Hz). Response time: ASUS ROG Strix XG248Q leads (1 ms vs 2 ms).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG248Q leads (240 Hz vs 120 Hz).
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: ASUS ROG Strix XG248Q ≈ $279, Dell Alienware AW3420DW ≈ $630. Current prices vary by store.