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Apple Studio Display — 27″ 5K · Retina · Thunderbolt 3
Apple

Apple Studio Display

27″ 5K · Retina · Thunderbolt 3

87
/ 100
From $1,599
VS
Alienware AW3225QF wins by 6
Alienware AW3225QF — 32″ 4K QD-OLED · 240Hz · Curved
Alienware

Alienware AW3225QF

32″ 4K QD-OLED · 240Hz · Curved

93
/ 100
From $1,199
Specdex verdict

Alienware AW3225QF takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Studio Display lands at 87 and Alienware AW3225QF at 93. That puts Alienware AW3225QF ahead by 6 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Apple Studio Display if…

  • ✓Razor-sharp 218 ppi
  • ✓Great color out of the box
  • ✓Single-cable dock via TB3

Pick Alienware AW3225QF if…

  • ✓4K 240Hz QD-OLED
  • ✓Dolby Vision HDR
  • ✓Excellent HDR brightness for OLED
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Alienware AW3225QF

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Alienware AW3225QF leads on hdr (94 vs 60).

Value for money

Alienware AW3225QF

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Alienware AW3225QF more score per dollar ($1,199 vs $1,599).

Apple Studio Display 87
vs
93 Alienware AW3225QF

Score breakdown

Apple Studio Display
87
color 92
motion 72
hdr 60
features 80
Alienware AW3225QF
93
color 96
motion 98
hdr 94
features 92

Specs side-by-side

Apple Studio Display versus Alienware AW3225QF — full spec comparison
Spec Apple Studio Display Alienware AW3225QF
Panel
IPS LCD
QD-OLED
Resolution
▲ 5120×2880
3840×2160
Refresh
60Hz
▲ 240Hz
Connectivity
Thunderbolt 3, 3× USB-C
DP 1.4, HDMI 2.1, USB-C 90W

Apple Studio Display

Pros
  • +Razor-sharp 218 ppi
  • +Great color out of the box
  • +Single-cable dock via TB3
Cons
  • −60Hz only
  • −No HDR
  • −Webcam mediocre

Alienware AW3225QF

Pros
  • +4K 240Hz QD-OLED
  • +Dolby Vision HDR
  • +Excellent HDR brightness for OLED
Cons
  • −Curve isn’t for everyone
  • −OLED burn-in risk
  • −Stand large

FAQ: Apple Studio Display vs Alienware AW3225QF

Which is better, Apple Studio Display or Alienware AW3225QF? +

Alienware AW3225QF scores 93 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Apple Studio Display worth the price? +

At $1,599, Apple Studio Display delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in color.

Is Alienware AW3225QF worth the price? +

At $1,199, Alienware AW3225QF delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in motion.

Does Apple Studio Display or Alienware AW3225QF last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for picture quality, Apple Studio Display or Alienware AW3225QF? +

Alienware AW3225QF — leads on hdr (94 vs 60). Color accuracy and HDR performance.

Which is the better value, Apple Studio Display or Alienware AW3225QF? +

Alienware AW3225QF — more score per dollar ($1,199 vs $1,599). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.