ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG vs Alienware AW3226Q

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

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Alienware AW3226Q and ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG are closely matched overall (within 2 points).
  • Key differences: refresh rate, where ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG has 280 vs 165 Hz; resolution, where Alienware AW3226Q has 3840 × 2160 vs 2560 × 1440 px; screen size, where Alienware AW3226Q has 31.5 vs 26.5 in; only Alienware AW3226Q has USB-C; pixel density, where Alienware AW3226Q has 140 vs 111.
  • Best value: ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG (from $599) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
Alienware AW3226Q and ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG are closely matched
Alienware AW3226Q · 73 overall, #26 of 81
59
ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG · 74 overall, #24 of 81
57
Key differences
  • Refresh RateASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG 280 vs 165 Hz
  • ResolutionAlienware AW3226Q 3840 × 2160 vs 2560 × 1440 px
  • Screen SizeAlienware AW3226Q 31.5 vs 26.5 in
  • USB-CAlienware AW3226Q only
  • Pixel DensityAlienware AW3226Q 140 vs 111

Scores by Category

AW3226Q wins 3 of 6 categories · ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG wins 2

CategoryROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMGAW3226QLead
Performance
+16
Image Quality
+8
Panel
+4
Connectivity
+39
Ergonomics
Tie
HDR
+34

Physical Comparison

4.8 kg5.34 kg
ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMGAW3226Q

AW3226Q is 0.54 kg (11%) heavier than ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG.

Value for Money

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

Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG

  • No USB-C — no single-cable laptop connection.

Alienware AW3226Q

No notable compromises found.

Detailed Specifications

Panel

Feature
ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG
AW3226Q
Screen Size
26.5 in
31.5 in19% more
Resolution
2560 × 1440 px
3840 × 2160 px
Panel Type
Pixel Density
111
14026% more

Image Quality

Feature
ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG
AW3226Q
Brightness (typical)
N/A
250 nits
Color Gamut (DCI-P3)
99
99

Performance

Feature
ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG
AW3226Q
Refresh Rate
280 Hz70% more
165 Hz
Response Time (GtG)
0.03 ms
0.03 ms

HDR

Feature
ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG
AW3226Q
Peak Brightness (HDR)
1,500 nits50% more
1,000 nits

Connectivity

Feature
ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG
AW3226Q
HDMI Ports
2
2
DisplayPort
1
1
USB-C
No
Yes
Power Delivery
N/A
15 W

Ergonomics

Feature
ROG Strix OLED XG27AQWMG
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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