Monitors / Comparison

BenQ EX270M vs Dell Alienware AW3225DM

Monitor · BenQ

BenQ EX270M

27″ · 1920×1080 · 240 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 75.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate86
Resolution55
Panel80
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Monitor · Dell

Dell Alienware AW3225DM

31.5″ · 2560×1440 · 180 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 75.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate72
Resolution80
Panel66
Response time90
Verdict

BenQ EX270M and Dell Alienware AW3225DM are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 75 and 75.

  • Resolution: Dell Alienware AW3225DM leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080).
  • Refresh rate: BenQ EX270M leads (240 Hz vs 180 Hz).
Pick this

BenQ EX270M

If you care most about refresh rate.

Pick this

Dell Alienware AW3225DM

If you care most about resolution.

Spec-by-spec comparison

BenQ EX270MDell Alienware AW3225DM
75Gear score75
27″Screen size31.5″
1920×1080Resolution2560×1440
240 HzRefresh rate180 Hz
IPSPanelVA
—Response time1 ms
≈ $280Estimated price≈ $320

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 BenQ EX270M or Dell Alienware AW3225DM better?

BenQ EX270M and Dell Alienware AW3225DM are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 75 and 75. Resolution: Dell Alienware AW3225DM leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: BenQ EX270M leads (240 Hz vs 180 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: BenQ EX270M leads (240 Hz vs 180 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: BenQ EX270M ≈ $280, Dell Alienware AW3225DM ≈ $320. Current prices vary by store.