The upright is a large, curvaceous piece that bolts firmly to a stable base. Lozenge shapes abound at the attachment points and in the large cable hole, which could almost be called a tunnel; it’s that deep. Ergonomics include -5/21 degrees tilt, 40 degrees swivel, a 4.3-inch height adjustment and a portrait mode.

In fact, the monitor is factory-calibrated at Delta E ≤ 1.5, so you’ll get precise and consistent colors right out of the box with ~99% sRGB gamut coverage, while the wide 178° viewing angles ensure flawless image quality regardless of the angle you’re looking at the screen. Of course, such image quality can be found on significantly cheaper monitors too, but the fact that it’s paired with a high 360Hz refresh rate will delight a lot of gamers as they won’t have to settle for TN panels with inferior image quality, narrow viewing angles, and prominent gamma shifts. Finally, keep in mind that the ASUS PG248QP is planned for 2023 with a 1080p 540Hz TN panel, as well as the Dell Alienware AW2524H with a 1080p 500Hz IPS panel. Conclusion This is why 360Hz monitors are best for professional gamers because those few milliseconds make a massive difference. Sometimes, that’s exactly the difference between winning a tournament or going home. Casual gamers However, due to the way sample-and-hold display technology works (LED and OLED, but not CRT and Plasma), some motion blur will still be noticeable.

HDR is supported by three modes: Desktop (the most accurate), Movie, and Game. The latter two add visible edge enhancement, so I do not recommend them. If you turn off Smart HDR, the AW2523HF will not switch modes when an HDR10 signal is applied. The user can program the five shortcut keys for a variety of functions. Plus, you can toggle through the AlienVision options without going into the OSD if you want. Calibration Settings for Alienware AW2523HF On the other hand, to say that 360Hz monitors are for professional gamers only would be gatekeeping. There are many casual gamers who play titles where a high refresh rate is greatly beneficial. And even if you aren’t a pro, you’ll notice a difference, and you’ll see that such a monitor will bring your game to a higher level. Of course, this is true for people who play competitive titles like the ones mentioned above.

The massive stand for the Alienware AW2521H which keeps it steady is also flexible since it offers tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments. You can swap it out in favor of a VESA mount, but we think it’s only necessary for specific instances. Keep in mind that you lose the aesthetic value of the monitor if you use it without that part, and we’re almost sure that a chunk of the price you pay went to it so you might as well use it.The key is to find the perfect balance between the panel size and the resolution. With a 360Hz monitor, that’s usually a 24” or a 25” panel, with a 1080p resolution. This is a match made in heaven because you won’t be able to distinguish individual pixels, everything will look sharp and crisp, and it’s still a fairly large panel. You can learn more about monitor sizes here. Panel type And it’s not just the fact that it’s among the first, it’s actually a great monitor even without that fact. You’re looking at a 24.5” diagonal and a 1080p resolution, which is pretty much the standard for competitive gaming. The monitor is just the right size, and you won’t have to sit too far from it to see everything. To further sweeten the pot, Alienware has made this with an IPS panel. If you’ve ever read about monitors, you’ll know that IPS is where you want to be – the best viewing angles, excellent color reproduction, and an all-around great visual experience. In competitive gaming, every millisecond counts, so if you’re a serious/professional gamer, you’ll definitely want this piece of gaming machinery. Though for casual gaming a 144Hz monitor is great, when you want to get competitive, it is essential for your display to have as many frames per second as possible. For those situations, opting for a 360Hz gaming monitor is a greater choice. Monitors with a 360Hz refresh rate will allow for extremely smooth gameplay. Some advanced image adjustment tools are missing, including gamma, 6-axis hue/saturation, and sharpness. This is sadly common for Alienware displays. Design & Connectivity