Alienware unveils dual-mode 27-inch 4K gaming monitor
Alienware has unveiled its latest innovation, the 27-inch 4K Dual-Resolution Gaming Monitor (AW2725QF), designed to address the challenge gamers face when choosing between high refresh rates and high resolution. This monitor offers a versatile gaming experience with two distinct modes, allowing users to switch between settings optimised for different types of games.
The AW2725QF’s standout feature is its ability to toggle between a ‘4K @ 180Hz’ mode, which delivers native 4K (3840×2160) resolution at a 180Hz refresh rate, and an ‘FHD @ 360Hz’ mode, which provides Full HD (1920×1080) resolution at a blazing 360Hz. The 4K mode is perfect for games that emphasise rich graphics and immersive environments, such as RPGs and adventure titles, while the FHD mode caters to competitive gaming, where speed and responsiveness are crucial.
Alienware’s dual-resolution technology is at the core of this flexibility, merging four pixels into one when transitioning from 4K to FHD. This approach not only boosts the refresh rate to 360Hz but also maintains image quality, offering gamers the freedom to prioritise either higher resolution or faster refresh rates, depending on their gameplay needs.
In addition to its resolution and refresh rate capabilities, the AW2725QF is equipped with impressive colour and contrast features. The monitor covers 95% of the DCI-P3 colour space and offers Delta E<2 colour accuracy, making it suitable not only for gaming but also for creative work that requires precise colour representation. The inclusion of Dolby Vision and VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification ensures that the monitor can deliver high dynamic range (HDR) content with vibrant colours, deep blacks, and bright highlights, enhancing the overall visual experience.
To reduce eye strain during extended gaming sessions, the monitor includes Alienware’s ComfortView Plus technology, which is TUV-certified and reduces blue light emissions without compromising colour quality. This feature allows gamers to enjoy longer play sessions comfortably.
The AW2725QF also includes support for NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible and VESA AdaptiveSync technologies, ensuring smooth, tear-free visuals during fast-paced gameplay. With a grey-to-grey response time of just 0.5ms, the monitor minimises motion blur and ghosting, providing a sharper and clearer visual experience during high-speed action.
For console gamers, the monitor offers compatibility with HDMI 2.1, enabling gameplay at up to 4K at 120Hz on consoles, and up to 4K at 180Hz on PCs. It also supports variable refresh rates and auto low latency mode, enhancing responsiveness during gameplay. Additionally, the monitor features Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) compatibility, allowing easy connection to high-resolution audio systems, including Dolby Atmos-enabled speakers, for an immersive sound experience.
Set to launch worldwide on September 12, 2024, the Alienware 27 4K Dual-Resolution Gaming Monitor (AW2725QF) aims to meet the diverse needs of gamers. By offering a solution that balances visual fidelity with speed, Alienware positions itself to appeal to both competitive gamers and those who enjoy immersive, narrative-driven games. This monitor represents a significant step forward in gaming technology, blending performance, flexibility, and design.
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