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Dell A/S

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Experience ultimate visual fidelity in an all-new 27" monitor featuring 4K QD-OLED performance, super high pixel density, 240Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision™.

67.8cm (26.7") 4K Ultra HD 3840 x 2160 TFT, 16:9, 250cd/m², 1.07B, 0.03ms, 178°/178°

Size of the display for this product, measured diagonally, usually in inches.

Display diagonal

The number of distinct pixels in each dimension that can be displayed. It is usually quoted as width × height, with the units in pixels: for example, "1024 × 768" means the width is 1024 pixels and the height is 768 pixels. The higher the number of pixels, the sharper the image.

Display resolution

Type of supported High Definition (e.g. Full HD, 4K Ultra HD).

HD type

The aspect ratio is the ratio of the width of an image to its height. The native aspect ratio is the one which the projector/display is particularly designed for. Images shown in native aspect ratio will utilize the entire resolution of the display and achieve maximum brightness. Images shown in other than native aspect ratio will always have less resolution and less brightness than images shown in native aspect ratio.

Native aspect ratio

The technology used in the display e.g. plasma, LED.

Display technology

The technology used to manufacture the panel, such as AMOLED or AH-IPS.

Panel type

A screen of a laptop, smartphone, etc., that responds to touch so you can control the interface using your fingers.

Touchscreen

The maximum light intensity the device can achieve, measured in candelas per square metre (cd/m²).

Display brightness (peak)

Display brightness, measured by its Luminance, presented as a figure in nits. Typical brightness ratings for monitors range from 250 to 350 nits with a target value of between 80 to 120 nits being suitable for most displays in a normal viewing environment.

Display brightness (typical)

The response time is the time difference between the moment that a source (for example a video card) sends a signal and that equipment (for example a monitor) receives or display the signal. (Used abbreviations: R/F = Rise and Fall.)

Response time

The method used to measure the time it takes for a pixel to change colors, such as GTG (Gray to Gray) or BwB (Black-white-Black).

Response time measurement type

Describes the physical curvature of the display panel, such as whether it is flat or curved.

Screen shape

The graphic resolutions that can be displayed by the device. The graphic resolution describes the width and height dimensions of a display, such as a computer monitor, measured in pixels.

Supported graphics resolutions

The video modes that can be displayed by the device.

Supported video modes

A property of a display system, defined as the ratio of the luminance of the brightest color (white) to that of the darkest color (black) that the system is capable of producing.

Contrast ratio (dynamic)

The highest number of times per second the image is updated, measured in hertz (Hz).

Maximum refresh rate

Maximum horizontal angle at which a display can be viewed with acceptable visual performance.

Viewing angle, horizontal

Maximum vertical angle at which a display can be viewed with acceptable visual performance.

Viewing angle, vertical

The total number of distinct colours that the device is capable of displaying (e.g. 1.07 billion colours).

Display number of colours

This is the parameter of a picture tube, which specifies the shortest distance between two dots of the same colour. The principle is: the smaller the dot pitch, the better sharpness of image.

Pixel pitch

The number of individual pixels displayed per inch of linear screen space, measured in pixels per inch (ppi).

Pixel density

The viewable size is often somewhat smaller than the actual size of a monitor, because there is a border around the image.

Viewable size, horizontal

The height of the screen area that can actually display an image, measured in millimetres or inches.

Viewable size, vertical

The range of horizontal scanning frequencies the device can support, measured in kHz.

Digital horizontal frequency

The range of refresh rates the device can support when operating in digital mode, measured in Hertz (Hz).

Digital vertical frequency

Indicates whether the device supports High Dynamic Range for improved contrast and a wider range of colours and luminosity.

High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported

The specific standard or version of high contrast and color reproduction used to enhance the detail in the darkest and brightest areas of an image (e.g. DisplayHDR 600).

High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology

The percentage of the DCI-P3 color gamut that the device is capable of displaying.

DCI-P3 coverage

Display

Indicates whether the product supports NVIDIA G-SYNC technology to synchronize the display refresh rate with the GPU to eliminate screen tearing.

NVIDIA G-SYNC

Specifies the version of NVIDIA's adaptive sync technology supported by the device to reduce screen tearing and stuttering (e.g. G-SYNC Compatible).

NVIDIA G-SYNC type

The product includes AMD Freesync Technology for the dynamic synchronization of the graphic card and the monitor in order to avoid screen tearing.

AMD FreeSync

The specific version of the adaptive synchronization technology supported by the device to reduce screen tearing and stuttering (e.g. FreeSync Premium Pro).

AMD FreeSync type

Indicates whether the device supports the VESA Adaptive-Sync standard to synchronize the refresh rate with the GPU to reduce screen tearing.

VESA Adaptive Sync support

Predefined performance profiles that automatically adjust settings for specific use cases (e.g., Cinema, Animation, or CAD/CAM).

Smart modes

Performance

The device contains speaker(s) to produce sound.

Built-in speaker(s)

Built-in camera

Multimedia

Under which category can the device be positioned in the market, e.g. camera phone.

Market positioning

The colour e.g. red, blue, green, black, white.

Product colour

The colour of the frame surrounding the front of the display (e.g. Black, Silver).

Front bezel colour

Indicates whether the support base can be removed from the main unit.

Detachable stand

The colour of the feet, which are the projecting part on which a device/piece of furniture, or each of its legs, stands.

Feet colour

Design

Whether or not the device features a USB hub to connect more than one other device via USB.

Built-in USB hub

The technical standard of the USB hub, if available, which determines the maximum data transfer speed (e.g., 3.2 Gen 1).

USB hub version

The connector type used for the upstream connection to a host device (e.g., USB Type-B or USB Type-C).

USB upstream port type

The total number of USB Type-B ports available to connect the device to a host computer for data transmission.

Number of USB Type-B upstream ports quantity

The number of USB Type-A ports available for connecting peripheral devices to the unit.

USB Type-A downstream ports quantity

The number of USB Type-C ports available for connecting peripheral devices to the unit.

USB Type-C downstream ports quantity

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a compact audio/video interface for transferring uncompressed video data and compressed/uncompressed digital audio data from a HDMI-compliant device ("the source device") to a compatible computer monitor, video projector, digital television, or digital audio device. HDMI is a digital replacement for existing analog video standards.

HDMI

The number of sockets (ports) for HDMI connections. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a compact audio/video interface for transferring uncompressed video data and compressed/uncompressed digital audio data from a HDMI-compliant device ("the source device") to a compatible computer monitor, video projector, digital television, or digital audio device. HDMI is a digital replacement for existing analog video standards.

HDMI ports quantity

The specific release version of the High-Definition Multimedia Interface standard supported by the device (e.g. 1.3 or 2.0).

HDMI version

Number of DisplayPorts. A DisplayPort is a digital display interface developed by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA). The interface is primarily used to connect a video source to a display device such as a computer monitor, though it can also be used to carry audio, USB, and other forms of data.

DisplayPorts quantity

The specific release version of the DisplayPort standard supported by the device (e.g., 1.2 or 1.4).

DisplayPort version

The socket for connecting headphones to the device.

Headphone out

High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) is a form of digital copy protection to prevent copying of digital audio and video content as it travels across connections.

HDCP

The version of the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection standard supported by the device to prevent the unauthorized copying of digital audio and video content (e.g. 2.2).

HDCP version

Ports & interfaces

Popular technology that allows an electronic device to exchange data or connect to the internet wirelessly using radio waves.

Wi-Fi

Network

Indicates whether the product supports the VESA mounting standard for attachment to compatible arms, brackets, or wall mounts.

VESA mounting

The product can be used wih VESA mounting interfaces.

Panel mounting interface

The product can be mounted on (attached to ) a wall.

Wall mountable

Cable management

Holes on the edge of devices through which a cable lock can be passed, so the device can be locked to a desk etc.

Cable lock slot

The standard of the security slot used to attach a physical locking cable to the device (e.g. Kensington or Noble).

Cable lock slot type

The part of the device that can be adjusted to change the height.

Height adjustment

The maximum distance the unit can be raised vertically from its lowest position, measured in millimetres.

Adjustable height (max)

Indicates whether the device can be rotated 90 degrees to switch between landscape and portrait orientation.

Pivot

The range of motion available for rotating the unit around its vertical axis, typically measured in degrees.

Pivot angle

Indicates whether the product has a mechanism that allows it to rotate horizontally.

Swivelling

Swivel angle range

The tilt, which means the angle at which the device is pointing (up or down), can be changed.

Tilt adjustment

The minimum and maximum angles at which the unit can be tilted, typically expressed in degrees.

Tilt angle range

Picture-in-picture (PiP) is a feature of some television receivers and similar devices. One program (channel) is displayed on the full TV screen at the same time as one or more other programs are displayed in inset windows. Sound is usually from the main program only.

Picture-in-Picture

Indicates whether the device can display a graphical menu or information directly on the screen for adjusting settings and viewing status.

On Screen Display (OSD)

Indicates whether this product supports is "plug and play". Plug and play is  hardware or software that, after being installed ("plugged in"), can immediately be used ("played with"), as opposed to hardware or software which requires configuration.

Plug and Play

Ergonomics

The energy efficiency rating of the device when operating in Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) mode, categorized from A to G.

Energy efficiency class (SDR)

The energy efficiency rating of the device when High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode is active, ranging from A to G.

Energy efficiency class (HDR)

The amount of electric energy consumed by the device during standard dynamic range (SDR) operation over a period of 1000 hours, measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh).

Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours

The amount of electrical energy consumed by the device when displaying High Dynamic Range (HDR) content over a period of 1000 hours, measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh).

Energy consumption (HDR) per 1000 hours

Amount of power consumed by this model, often expressed in watts (W). Typical values that manufacturers give are power consumption when off, standby/suspended mode, typical use, maximum usage.

Power consumption (typical)

The amount of electricity that is consumed when the product is on standby.

Power consumption (standby)

The maximum amount of power used by the device.

Power consumption (max)

The amount of electrical energy consumed by the device when it is switched off, measured in watts.

Power consumption (off)

The voltage of the AC electricity that is inputted into the product.

AC input voltage

The range of alternating current frequencies the device can accept from the power source, measured in hertz (e.g., 45 - 65).

AC input frequency

The type of power supply which this product uses.

Power supply type

The range of energy efficiency classes used to rate the product's power consumption, such as A to G.

Energy efficiency scale

Power

The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely operated.

Operating temperature (T-T)

The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely stored.

Storage temperature (T-T)

The range of relative humidity, expressed as a percentage, within which the device can function correctly without damage or performance loss.

Operating relative humidity (H-H)

The permissible range of relative humidity, expressed as a percentage, within which the product can be stored without damage.

Storage relative humidity (H-H)

The maximum and minimum height above sea level at which the device can function correctly, measured in m.

Operating altitude

The maximum and minimum altitude at which the unit can be stored or transported without sustaining damage, measured in metres.

Non-operating altitude

Operational conditions

The total horizontal measurement of the product when the supporting stand is attached, measured in millimetres.

Width (with stand)

The measurement of the product from front to back when any supporting accessory or base is attached, expressed in millimetres or centimetres.

Depth (with stand)

The total vertical measurement of the product including its base or support structure, expressed in millimetres or centimetres.

Height (with stand)

The total mass of the unit including its supporting base, measured in kilograms or grams.

Alienware AW2725Q computer monitor 67.8 cm (26.7") 3840 x 2160 pixels 4K Ultra HD QD-OLED Black