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Updated April 11, 2024·

If you prioritize color accuracy for tasks like photo editing, the Asus PA279CV with its IPS panel is a solid choice, especially with its larger color gamut coverage. However, if your focus is on a more immersive experience for media consumption and casual gaming, with deeper blacks and a wider screen, you might prefer the Dell S3422DWG with its VA panel and curved display. The Dell also offers a higher refresh rate, which is better for smooth motion in games, although the Asus has a higher resolution which contributes to sharper images making it better for productivity tasks. Keep in mind that the Asus also has better text clarity, which might be beneficial for extended reading or work. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Asus PA279CV (IPS)
  • Good for productivity
  • Very good text clarity
  • Very good image clarity
Advantages of the Dell S3422DWG (VA)
  • Good response time

Key differences

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Casual Gaming

5.8
PA279CV
S3422DWG
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
80.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
86.8 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) is only fair for casual gaming, while the Asus PA279CV (IPS) is poor.

Productivity

7.9
PA279CV
S3422DWG
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 PA279CV (IPS) is good for productivity, while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is only fair.

Digital Photo Editing

Yes
PA279CV
S3422DWG
No
The Asus PA279CV (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is not suitable for digital photo editing.

Print Photo Editing

Yes
PA279CV
S3422DWG
No
The Asus PA279CV (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is not suitable for print photo editing.

Key similarities

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Competitive Gaming

4.9
PA279CV
S3422DWG
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 PA279CV (IPS) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are both poor for competitive gaming.

Media Consumption

6.6
PA279CV
S3422DWG
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 PA279CV (IPS) are both only fair for media consumption.

Cost

$399
PA279CV
S3422DWG
$400
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The Asus PA279CV (IPS) has a price of $399 and the Dell S3422DWG (VA) costs $400.

HDR Gaming and Media Consumption

No
PA279CV
S3422DWG
No
Both the Asus PA279CV (IPS) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.

HDR Video Editing and Color Grading

No
PA279CV
S3422DWG
No
Both the Asus PA279CV (IPS) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.

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How the Asus PA279CV (IPS) and the Dell S3422DWG (VA) compare to other monitors

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Spec Comparison

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Asus PA279CV (IPS)Dell S3422DWG (VA)
Asus PA279CV (IPS)Dell S3422DWG (VA)

GENERAL

Price
$399
$400
Screen Size
27"34"
Resolution
3840 x 21603440 x 1440
Screen Type
LEDLED
Screen Sub-type
IPSVA
Local Dimming Zones
8N/A

COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS

Native Contrast
920:12725:1
SDR Peak Brightness
376 nits344 nits
HDR Peak Brightness
436 nits528 nits
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
NoNo
sRGB Color Gamut
99.3 %98.5 %

MOTION CHARACTERISTICS

Total Response Time
17 ms9.2 ms
Variable Refresh Rate
48 - 60 Hz20 - 144 Hz
Strobing / BFI
NoYes
Persistence Blur Score
5/106.6/10
Ghosting Score
6/107.3/10

TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY

Pixels Per Inch
163 PPI108 PPI
Coating
MatteMatte
Text Clarity Score
8/107/10
Image Clarity Score
8/107/10

PORTS & CONNECTIVITY

HDMI 1.4 Ports
00
HDMI 2.0 Ports
22
HDMI 2.1 Ports
00
Micro HDMI Ports
00
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports
00

Shopping

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Asus PA279CV (IPS)

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PC World

Matthew Smith | April 2022
"Asus’ ProArt PA279CV is a sensible choice for content creators who want a color accurate 4K monitor but don’t want to clean out their savings account. It edges out alternatives like the BenQ PD2720U and Dell S2722QC in brightness and contrast without giving up ground on connectivity or menu options."

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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