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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize image clarity, text quality, and digital photo editing, the Asus PA279CRV with its 4K resolution and strong color accuracy is a good choice. However, if you prefer a wider screen for an immersive experience during media consumption and casual gaming, and value better contrast, the Dell S3422DWG with its ultrawide screen and higher contrast might suit you better. Keep in mind, the Asus has a higher pixel density for sharper images, while the Dell offers a wider range for variable refresh rates which can be beneficial for gaming. Choose the Asus for detailed creative work or the Dell for an expansive gaming and media experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PA279CRV (IPS)
- Good for productivity
- Very good text clarity
- Very good image clarity
Advantages of the Dell S3422DWG (VA)
- Good response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.8
6.7
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
920:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
2725:1
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
344 nits
436 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
528 nits
98.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
86.8 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) is only fair for casual gaming, while the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
7.9
6.2
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) is good for productivity, while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is only fair.
Cost
$449
$320
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) has a price of $449 and the Dell S3422DWG (VA) costs $320.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
4.9
4.5
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
17.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
9.2 ms
48 - 60 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
344 nits
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Media Consumption
6.6
6.7
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
920:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
2725:1
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
344 nits
436 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
528 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) and Asus PA279CRV (IPS) are both only fair for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and the Dell S3422DWG (VA) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Asus PA279CRV (IPS) | Dell S3422DWG (VA) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$449 | $320 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | VA | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 8 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 920:1 | 2725:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 376 nits | 344 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 436 nits | 528 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 99.3 % | 98.5 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 17 ms | 9.2 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 48 - 60 Hz | 20 - 144 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 163 PPI | 108 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 1 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Shopping
Asus PA279CRV (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | September 2023
"The ASUS PA279CRV is an excellent value 4K IPS monitor for color-critical work involving sRGB, Rec.709, DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB color spaces. On top of that, it features rich connectivity options, a robust design and plenty of additional features."
Dell S3422DWG (VA)
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IGN
Whitson Gordon | August 2021
"The Dell S3422DWG is, overall, a great monitor that delivers on most of its promises, providing a sharp ultrawide experience with smooth motion. It is, however, not as great of a value proposition, costing a bit too much compared to similar competitors."
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