MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 vs Alienware AW3226Q

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

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 leads Alienware AW3226Q overall by 6 points (61 vs 55 out of 100).
  • Key differences: refresh rate, where MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 has 500 vs 165 Hz; resolution, where Alienware AW3226Q has 3840 × 2160 vs 2560 × 1440 px; brightness (typical), where MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 is 50 nits brighter; screen size, where Alienware AW3226Q has 31.5 vs 26.5 in; pixel density, where Alienware AW3226Q has 140 vs 111.
MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 leads overall
MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 · 78 overall, #11 of 81
61
Alienware AW3226Q · 73 overall, #26 of 81
55
Key differences
  • Refresh RateMSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 500 vs 165 Hz
  • ResolutionAlienware AW3226Q 3840 × 2160 vs 2560 × 1440 px
  • BrightnessMSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 50 nits brighter
  • Screen SizeAlienware AW3226Q 31.5 vs 26.5 in
  • Pixel DensityAlienware AW3226Q 140 vs 111

Scores by Category

Evenly split — each wins 1 of 6 categories

CategoryMAG 272QP QD-OLED X50AW3226QLead
Performance
+26
Image Quality
Tie
Panel
+4
Connectivity
Tie
Ergonomics
Tie
HDR
Tie

Physical Comparison

AW3226Q
5.34kg
Weight

Value for Money

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

Detailed Specifications

Panel

Feature
MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50
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
MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50
AW3226Q
Brightness (typical)
300 nits20% more
250 nits
Color Gamut (DCI-P3)
99
99

Performance

Feature
MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50
AW3226Q
Refresh Rate
500 Hz203% more
165 Hz
Response Time (GtG)
0.03 ms
0.03 ms

HDR

Feature
MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50
AW3226Q
Peak Brightness (HDR)
1,000 nits
1,000 nits

Connectivity

Feature
MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50
AW3226Q
HDMI Ports
2
2
DisplayPort
1
1
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Power Delivery
15 W
15 W

Ergonomics

Feature
MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50
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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