Customer Ratings & Reviews

It’s a great monitor honestly. This is absolutely stunning when it comes to quality and it works really well with console with all the features that this monitor brings. I highly recommend this one if you want something for your console or your pc if you have nvidia. it works really well together because that nvidia support my only issue and I think it goes for all qd monitors is that it gets really dirty, so make sure that you have a microfiber cloth and still water to clean it don’t use anything else or you’ll ruin it. Another thing is that the side of my monitor in one of corners from the top is a little open I tried closing it but it just wouldn’t but it isn’t a big deal it isn’t messing with the monitor at all that’s why I have it a 4 would’ve gave it a 4.5 but that’s not an option but yeah highly recommend just be careful with what you clean it. lastly update it make sure it the monitor is up to date

It’s a lot of money, on sale it is a great value. Great picture quality. Mine has an issue with G sync where it will turn half the screen green sometimes…. And the earc support isnt great, it has handshake issues frequently. Theres also a random small bar flashes across the bottom of the screen extremely quickly randomly but not very commonly.

It’s a gorgeous monitor. I’m not a huge fan of the curve but it is immersive. Only reason I’m returning it is for value of it compared to other monitors.

One of the most amazing monitors I have ever seen visually. But it does have some weird sleep-state issues (If I accidentally turn the monitor off while adjusting height, I will lose display to my PC altogether and need to restart. Not great for multi PC setups, switching inputs can be a bit awkward between 2 PC's but PiP works great). The monitor will also automatically install driver software which I wish it did not do. However, the performance is absolutely amazing, great contrast and amazing HDR. overall I am super happy.

beautiful display. bought it open box for a great price. would get this over the samsung oleds anyday. also u may have to do a firmware update if ur display isnt having the issue were pixels appear to be off by the bezels

Great display all my games look amazing. The curve is the perfect amount gives great peripherals.

Awsome gaming monitor only one downfall no headphone jack audio output .

Just pulled it out of the box and noticed a mark on the screen, works great still no dead pixels but not excited about that considering I paid $1000 for The monitor

The Alienware - AW3225QF is definitely a spectacular display to look at and presents some real POP. I won’t spend a whole lot of time discussing setting it up because it was rather quick & straight forward. The main panel chassis is relatively light and easy to handle and Dell provides good graphical instructions as to how to assemble the display, right in & on the packaging. The stand is cool and easy to connect. Port locations are good and all the necessary cables are provided to get you hooked up. A color function keyed Power button off to the right and a centered joystick/control nib for all the heavy lifting. When I first connected the Alienware - AW3225QF and went into the onboard control menus, the panel status indicator was a yellow dot and doing a pixel refresh didn’t remedy the condition. So, I updated the available firmware via the USB cable (which took a few hours to complete) and did a panel refresh. That solved the issue and the status indicator went thumbs-up green. Will be keeping an eye on this! The onboard menu system is well laid out but I would have preferred the entire thing to be scaled much larger. Doesn’t make much sense to me why the Dell engineers standardized the size to something so small in layout for such a big screen and expensive item. Once connected to my Legion gaming laptop, everything played nice and Dolby Vision kicked in as I check my Nvidia drivers & controls along with the Windows 11 HDR settings. One thing I noticed about this display is its ability to provide some real POP even when Windows HDR mode was turned off. Many gaming monitors tend to do either/or well, not both. That sets the Alienware - AW3225QF apart. For comparison reference, I have 12+ months of experience gaming & creating on a ROG 32-inch VA-based 170 Hz gaming monitor that performs remarkably well and produces inky blacks in normal, ambient lighting conditions – but nothing like what an OLED display can do uniformly, corner to corner – in any lighting environment. This AW3225QF did demonstrate some slight motion blur during various games and that leads me to be a touch skeptical about the truly 240 Hz performance level this thing is spec’d out to do. I’ve not noticed much in the way of motion blur on various other high performing monitors of the last several years, so this came as a bit of a shock. I did fiddle around with some of the Game mode enhancement settings but without much improvement. To be clear, the motion blur isn’t horrible - - just noticeable because of the size of the format. Being a 4K monitor, I expected that pixel pitch + 240 Hz would pretty much squash any potential for motion blur – but I was mistaken. Apart from that, I have experienced some strange scaling aberrations when navigating around Windows and various apps. In one instance the entire Windows 11 task bar was flickering & rendering in a strange, overlapped triplicate manner. It may have been somehow related to utilizing the HDMI port and not a Display Port connection, which I am not set up to do at the present time. So, for any new owners of this Alienware - AW3225QF, pay close attention to how your system interacts with this display. Check it at 120 and 240 Hz and keep a watchful eye on scaling, rendering consistency and signs of subtle flickering. If you noticed anything odd, make sure you’ve updated to the latest firmware and check using an alternate GPU port (if you’re able to do so). Like most Dell peripherals, this one triggered an installation of the Alienware Command Center which is sort of annoying. But this application gives you some basic control functions from your Windows operating system. It is laggy and I did have a couple of instances where it crashed... but that’s typical Dell software. In summary, I am impressed with the Quantum Dot OLED performance, be it the striking color rendition or the sheer, mind blowing Pop of its ability to highlight brightness where needed. Compared to a VA based panel, the difference is pretty striking in terms of pop & dynamic range. The motion blur has me a little bit concerned but there is a vast array of things to try & tweak to get it sharpened up… so fingers crossed. Regarding the potential for burn-in, I guess only time will tell. Having owned several generations of OLED televisions, we’ve been lucky to have never experienced any kind of burn-in or panel degradation, even beyond the 10,000-hour level. But this is Quantum Dot OLED – so there’s that bit of unchartered territory. Apart from some subtle motion blur to varying degrees – game dependent – overall the image presented on the Alienware - AW3225QF is well balanced, bright when you want it to be and the color reproduction is spectacular. Does this level of display justify the massive price difference versus a high-performance VA-based gaming monitor in the same size format and lower refresh rate? I tend to think not. But if cost is no object, give this beast I try! Pros That Alienware styling Wide dynamic range Comprehensive onboard settings Plays nice with a rig capable of Dolby Vision supervision and HDR capable Mind blowing color rendition and Pop Cons Quirky and laggy AWCC (control center) software that automatically installs Varying levels of subtle but detectable motion blur I can recommend that those with Nvidia 30xx or 40xx generation, high-end GPUs should give this gaming monitor a try!

Lets just dive right into it. PROS: -31.6" @ 4K is an amazing resolution to PPI jump from Legacy 24.5" 1080P and 27" 1440P Monitors. You will be completely shocked moving to this display from previous IPS/TN/VA LCD hardware. It's honestly that much of a game changer once everything is setup properly. Defaults at 150% resolution scaling which sorta emulates a 1440p window. Mouse movement feels natural. QD-OLED technology is extremely fast and capable of inky blacks when paired with it's glossy coated screen. The default brightness (75%) seems to be around 200 nits. which is a perfect balance for those who like saturation.. but not overly dim screens. -Low input latency rivaling some of the fastest displays on the market, 4K render latency aside. This monitor is actually competitively viable due to OLED's ability to almost instantly shift colors without the need of an overdrive setting. Pair this with 240hz refresh capability and you have a great monitor that's competing with 360hz LCD's for motion clarity. I do have a last gen 360hz IPS model and I actually prefer to game on this, even though render latency is a bit higher due to the 4K resolution. This response time differences are clearly noticeable in first person shooters. Best way to explain it? It's like playing with backlight strobing without having it enabled. Also better than CRT's because the picture quality actually looks.. well amazing. -Great industrial design/stand. I've had Dell/AW monitors that were both amazing and sub par relative to alternative brands, but this one is fairly stable. 4/5 on my rating scale? -Offers both DP and HDMI2.1 over DSC. Comes with both high speed cables. -3 year advanced exchanged warranty that covers OLED burn in. Dell/Alienware as a company is leading the charge trying to insert this technology to the mainstream while forcing other brands to follow. Seems to be working and I can really respect that. CONS: -The monitor has various bugs and I've been through 3 different firmware versions already. One of them was just released a couple days ago mid testing period of this product. Monitor shipped with FW Ver. MB102. I upgraded to MB104 after unboxing and now I'm on the newest MB105. Some of the bugs include pixel alignment issues from left to right of screen. IE: randomly has a right side bias where it will show a little extra space for pixels on left side. Sometimes fixes it self, but It's confusing and annoys me. I've seen it perfectly aligned multiple times. This was tested with all modes. SDR 8 bit, HDR 10 bit, Dolby Vision 10 bit. All same bias issue. Mainly tested with DP1.4. - There has been a "freeze" bug when loading certain apps or games. I believe this is due to display stream compression or "DSC" for short. Description of bug? Just random freeze that can happen in game, but It will generally fix itself. One time required me turning off and on the monitor. I really hope it doesn't happen on latest firmware which is MB105.. Hasn't yet. Most of these experiences are with the DP1.4 cable. Haven't tested the HDMI 2.1 port as long, but it could be a potential "fix" as HDMI 2.1 allows for more bandwidth pre DSC. -The QD-OLED screen coating seems to easily smudge and I really don't understand how to clean it. It's different than any other TV or monitor I've used in the past and I've purchased/used quite a bit over the years. Manual claims to use a microfiber cloth (There is one included) but it will seem to leave fingerprints and other anomalies on the screen. Even when spraying the cloth with distilled water as the manual instructs. This wont show up in a dark room, but it's a clear problem if you are in a semi-lit room and show a black screen such a task manager. Hard to get it back to "unbox" status and that's a bit disappointing. There also seems to be micro scratches from trying to use the included cloth, but it could just be the screen itself. It's hard to tell given the anomalies when trying to wipe it clean. None of this bothers me using the monitor in a dark room.. but it's concerning. I believe its due to the 3rd Gen Samsung QD-OLED panel and not DELL/AW themselves. I do hope any long term issues with the QD-OLED screen are covered by warranty. They (DELL) are usually good about this from my experiences. OTHER: The curve can be a bit weird coming from a normal flat monitor, but you will eventually get used to it. DELL/AW are the only manufacturer making a curved version of this screen. Would I prefer a flatter version? Maybe... but I like it either way. Dolby Vision looks horrible for SDR content. It's a great thing to have, but you should really default the monitor to "non-HDR" via windows setting to really have this display shine on desktop. Colors just POP! Even at lower brightness levels such as 140nits. I enjoy the default brightness setting quite a bit and haven't changed it. For content that can enable HDR, it's clearly great. Dolby Vision via movies on Netflix are amazing!! If I could recommend anything to DELL/AW? Make a dedicated button to switch HDR to SDR in next version. It's a bit annoying having to change settings by going into OSD menu+ windows. OVERALL: I'm preaching to the quire if I had to comment on anything else.. It's OLED and fast. Almost "endgame" if not for those glaring concerns that I listed above. In fact, I'm rating this as 4 stars because I think the panel is THAT good in every other situation. If firmware updates can fix those other issues, then the only real concern would be Samsung fixing the QD-OLED coating, but the warranty service from DELL/AW should cover any real problems. Giving it a solid 4/5. Once you go OLED, it's hard to go back. Even the BEST glossy IPS screens on the market look subpar. No need to mess with an overdrive setting either. Zero ghosting.

I love this monitor. My only complaint is for a monitor that cost this much, it should have built in audio. Besides that, this is a great purchase. This is my first OLED monitor and I can never go back. Easy setup, crisp 4K, high refresh rate, vibrant colors. This is a future proof monitor.

Fantastic monitor the monitor I’ve been waiting for I purchased it from Dells website. Almost everything is perfect about it. If I had to pick one complaint, it would just be there’s a few minor software bugs that need to be worked out like Dolby vision issues when switching between content and the inability to change your HDR profile without turning off HDR. Kinda weird screen flicker as well.. but overall I would still recommend, doesn’t really affect too much with gaming and the picture. Quality is amazing.

Amazing monitor for gaming. Perfect curve rate. But hdmi arc not working well on my monitor. If you don't use hdmi arc. It will be the best monitor ever.

The Dell Alienware AW3225QF 32-inch 4K QD-OLED Gaming Monitor is one of the best premium gaming monitors available today, combining stunning visual quality with elite gaming performance. Its 32-inch curved QD-OLED display features 4K resolution, a 240Hz refresh rate, and an ultra-fast 0.03ms response time, making games look incredibly smooth and responsive. The OLED panel produces deep blacks, vibrant colors, and impressive HDR performance, giving both competitive and cinematic games a much more immersive feel. The curved screen also enhances immersion, especially in large open-world or story-driven games, while features like G-SYNC compatibility, HDMI 2.1, and VRR support make it ideal for both high-end gaming PCs and modern consoles like the PS5 and Xbox Series X. In everyday use, the monitor stands out for its excellent image clarity and motion handling. Fast-paced games feel fluid and sharp thanks to the high refresh rate and near-instant pixel response times, while movies and HDR content benefit from rich contrast and lifelike colors. Text clarity is noticeably improved compared to older OLED monitors because of the higher 4K pixel density, making it more practical for productivity and general desktop use as well. The monitor’s premium design and build quality also add to its appeal, giving it a sleek, futuristic look that fits well in high-end gaming setups. The biggest drawback is the typical concern associated with OLED technology: the potential risk of burn-in over long-term use with static images. Alienware includes built-in OLED protection features and warranty coverage to help reduce this risk, but users still need to practice basic OLED care habits, such as avoiding leaving static content on screen for extended periods. Another downside is that the glossy screen can reflect light in very bright rooms, and overall brightness in SDR mode is lower than some Mini-LED competitors. It is also expensive, placing it firmly in the enthusiast category rather than the budget market. Despite those drawbacks, the Alienware AW3225QF delivers one of the best gaming and HDR viewing experiences currently available and is an outstanding choice for gamers who want top-tier image quality and performance.

It's not a bad monitor for certain people who need the 240 Hz and also want QD-OLED. I also actually like the subtle curve. But I actually returned it and got the LG C4 42-inch. Reasons for returning: - No 3.5 mm audio jack. (I knew this before I bought it, but honestly the amount of other devices and wires I would have to deal with to make my 2.1 speakers work was not worth keeping it once I got it and looked into how to make my speakers work) - No dedicated settings for the ports (I also have a Neo G8 and it would actually save the settings for it's various ports, the Alienware did not as far as I could tell and the menu I felt was better on the Neo G8) - It's really not that bright. Yea the LG C4 peak brightness might be lower but it actually has higher 10% and 25% screen brightness which I think matters more for HDR. 2% is a tiny area. - When I was initially comparing to my Neo G8 which has mini-LEDs I was actually disappointed with the Alienware. Yea the colors are nice, but my Neo G8 basically hits 1000 nits for 2-25% of the screen and the colors looked amazing on it too if not better mostly due to the HDR brightness. So yea I'm a bit spoiled by owning the Neo G8 so I figured instead maybe let me just get a larger monitor instead so I can at least enjoy by UHD Blu-Ray movies on a larger screen with Dolby Vision and so far the LG C4 has been amazing.

Pros: Excellent Picture Quality with accurate out of the box colors. Fast Refresh Rate & Response Time G-Sync Compatibility Elegant Design: sleek design with customizable RGB lighting adds a stylish, modern touch to any setup. Cons: Price: It’s on the higher end of the price spectrum, making it a less attractive option for budget-conscious buyers. Stand Stability: the stand feels a bit wobbly, which could be a concern for those with less stable setups. Not a fan of the white. I'd rather a dark gray or black. Limited HDR Performance: While it has HDR support, the overall brightness and peak HDR performance are not as high as some other competing monitors in this price range. Lacks KVM and 90w charging.

Really love this monitor. Using my Xbox and Mac Studio on it. The color and brightness is the best I’ve ever had from a monitor. Only downfall that keeps me from giving it 5 stars is there’s no aux port on the monitor which is fine for the Mac Studio where I use a Bluetooth speaker but the Xbox doesn’t support those. I’ve had to use a headset for sound when playing the Xbox which isn’t bad but it’d be nice to have the option to hook speakers to the monitor without having to get a soundbar that uses hdmi.

If it had speakers it would be better but other than the stands that it comes with being slightly annoying as it takes up desk space this is absolutely an amazing monitor and the OLED is great and works perfect on PlayStation 5 Pro and my computer

What can I say about this monitor? It's 4K, 239 hertz, it's not fully 240 hertz, it's got HDR, but you do need to update the firmware inside the monitor to have more HDR options like true blacks or peak 1000 brightness, etc. It's a great monitor that you can purchase when it's on sale. Then it's worth it. That's about it. I liked it.

Beautiful display to say the least. However, I have to knock off a star like others because THERE ARE NO SPEAKERS ON THIS MONITOR. I didn't realize that until after I bought it. It's beyond me why you make such a premium display, with a premium price and not have built-in speakers. Other than that, I really like the screen, but I would wait for sale because of what I mentioned above.