Alienware AW3425DW vs Alienware AW3226Q

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Alienware AW3425DW and Alienware AW3226Q are closely matched overall (within 2 points).
  • Key differences: refresh rate, where Alienware AW3425DW has 240 vs 165 Hz; resolution, where Alienware AW3226Q has 3840 × 2160 vs 3440 × 1440 px; pixel density, where Alienware AW3226Q has 140 vs 110.
  • Best value: Alienware AW3226Q (from $699.99) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Alienware AW3425DW and Alienware AW3226Q are closely matched
Alienware AW3425DW · 75 overall, #21 of 81
58
Alienware AW3226Q · 73 overall, #26 of 81
56
Key differences
  • Refresh RateAlienware AW3425DW 240 vs 165 Hz
  • ResolutionAlienware AW3226Q 3840 × 2160 vs 3440 × 1440 px
  • Pixel DensityAlienware AW3226Q 140 vs 110

Scores by Category

Evenly split — each wins 1 of 6 categories

CategoryAW3425DWAW3226QLead
Performance
+12
Image Quality
Tie
Panel
+4
Connectivity
Tie
Ergonomics
Tie
HDR
Tie

Physical Comparison

5.09 kg5.34 kg
AW3425DWAW3226Q

AW3226Q is 0.25 kg (5%) heavier than AW3425DW.

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Detailed Specifications

Panel

Feature
AW3425DW
AW3226Q
Screen Size
34 in8% more
31.5 in
Resolution
3440 × 1440 px
3840 × 2160 px
Panel Type
Pixel Density
110
14027% more

Image Quality

Feature
AW3425DW
AW3226Q
Brightness (typical)
250 nits
250 nits
Color Gamut (DCI-P3)
99
99

Performance

Feature
AW3425DW
AW3226Q
Refresh Rate
240 Hz45% more
165 Hz
Response Time (GtG)
0.03 ms
0.03 ms

HDR

Feature
AW3425DW
AW3226Q
Peak Brightness (HDR)
1,000 nits
1,000 nits

Connectivity

Feature
AW3425DW
AW3226Q
HDMI Ports
2
2
DisplayPort
1
1
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Power Delivery
15 W
15 W

Ergonomics

Feature
AW3425DW
AW3226Q
Height Adjustment
Yes
Yes

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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