Monitors · Head-to-head
LG UltraGear 27GS95QE-B vs Alienware AW2725DF
Two premium 27-inch 1440p OLED gaming monitors at closely matched reference prices — a 240 Hz WOLED with a matte finish against a 360 Hz QD-OLED.
Quick verdict
Choose the LG UltraGear 27GS95QE-B if…
Choose the LG UltraGear 27GS95QE-B if you want a matte WOLED panel and console-friendly HDMI 2.1, and you would rather not have a glossy screen in a bright room.
Choose the Alienware AW2725DF if…
Choose the Alienware AW2725DF if raw speed decides it — 360 Hz QD-OLED with 1000-nit peak highlights, for much the same reference price as the LG.
What you'll actually notice
The differences that change which one you should buy, rather than every difference there is.
Refresh rate
Decides itThe Alienware AW2725DF runs at 360 Hz against 240 Hz. That gap shows up in fast-paced games where the frame rate can actually reach it, and is essentially invisible for desktop work, browsing and video.
What the price difference means
These sit in overlapping reference-price bands ($630–$800 against $650–$825), so price is unlikely to decide this one — choose on the differences above.
Reference prices are our own editorial figures for a typical street price, not live retailer quotes.
Key differences
The specifications that meaningfully differ between the two. A highlighted value is the stronger figure where it can be compared objectively.
| Specification | LG UltraGear 27GS95QE-B | Alienware AW2725DF |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | WOLED | QD-OLED |
| Color Coverage | 98.5% DCI-P3 | 99.3% DCI-P3 |
| Brightness | — | 1000 nits (peak) |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 400 True Black |
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 360 Hz |
| USB-C | No | No (USB data hub only) |
| HDMI | 2 × HDMI 2.1 | 1 × HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | 1 × DP 1.4 | 2 × DP 1.4 |
Full side-by-side specs
| Specification | LG UltraGear 27GS95QE-B | Alienware AW2725DF |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 × 1440 (QHD) | 2560 × 1440 (QHD) |
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 360 Hz |
| Panel Type | WOLED | QD-OLED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Response Time | 0.03 ms (GtG) | 0.03 ms (GtG) |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 400 True Black |
| Color Coverage | 98.5% DCI-P3 | 99.3% DCI-P3 |
| USB-C | No | No (USB data hub only) |
| Thunderbolt | No | No |
| HDMI | 2 × HDMI 2.1 | 1 × HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort | 1 × DP 1.4 | 2 × DP 1.4 |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro / G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync Premium Pro / G-Sync Compatible |
| VESA Mount | 100 × 100 | 100 × 100 |
| Speakers | No | No |
| Height Adjustable | Yes | Yes |
| Brightness | — | 1000 nits (peak) |
Who should buy each one
LG UltraGear 27GS95QE-B
Gamers who want a premium 1440p OLED with high refresh and console-friendly HDMI 2.1.
- No USB-C video/charging
- Premium price vs value OLEDs
Alienware AW2725DF
Competitive and immersive gamers who want QD-OLED contrast with very high refresh at 1440p.
- No USB-C video or laptop charging
- OLED static-content care needed
Final verdict
There is no single winner here — the right choice depends on what you need.
Better for bright rooms and console play.
Read the full LG UltraGear 27GS95QE-B reviewBetter for competitive speed at the same money.
Read the full Alienware AW2725DF reviewAt 8.9 and 9.0, these scores are too close to decide anything on their own. Use the trade-offs above instead — how we score.
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