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Updated April 11, 2024·

If you prioritize exceptional image quality for tasks like HDR video editing, digital photo editing, and HDR gaming and media consumption, the Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) will offer superior performance, especially in color accuracy and contrast. However, if you're looking for a monitor that balances cost and performance for a variety of tasks, including casual gaming and productivity, the Dell S3422DWG (VA) will save you money while still delivering a good experience with its ultra-wide screen and decent refresh rate. It doesn't match the Asus in color precision or HDR performance, but it's a versatile monitor at a more accessible price point. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED)
  • Best in class for casual gaming
  • Best in class for media consumption
  • Good image clarity
  • Best in class contrast
  • Good brightness
  • Best in class response time
Advantages of the Dell S3422DWG (VA)
  • The Dell S3422DWG (VA) has no clear advantages over the Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED).

Key differences

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Casual Gaming

9.7
PA32DC
S3422DWG
6.7
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
75Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
2725:1
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
344 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
528 nits
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
86.8 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is only fair.

Productivity

6.8
PA32DC
S3422DWG
6.2
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are both only fair for productivity, though the Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) is somewhat better.

Media Consumption

9.5
PA32DC
S3422DWG
6.7
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
2725:1
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
344 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
528 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is only fair.

Cost

$3,499
PA32DC
S3422DWG
$330
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The Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) has a price of $3,499 and the Dell S3422DWG (VA) costs $330.

HDR Gaming and Media Consumption

Yes
PA32DC
S3422DWG
No
The Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.

Digital Photo Editing

Yes
PA32DC
S3422DWG
No
The Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is not suitable for digital photo editing.

Print Photo Editing

Yes
PA32DC
S3422DWG
No
The Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) 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

4.8
PA32DC
S3422DWG
4.5
75Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
0.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
9.2 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
344 nits
The Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are both poor for competitive gaming.

HDR Video Editing and Color Grading

No
PA32DC
S3422DWG
No
Both the Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.

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How the Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) and the Dell S3422DWG (VA) compare to other monitors

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Spec Comparison

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Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED)Dell S3422DWG (VA)
Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED)Dell S3422DWG (VA)

GENERAL

Price
$3,499
$330
Screen Size
32"34"
Resolution
3840 x 21603440 x 1440
Screen Type
OLEDLED
Screen Sub-type
Inkjet OLEDVA
Refresh Rate
75Hz144Hz

COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS

Native Contrast
Inf:12725:1
SDR Peak Brightness
500 nits344 nits
HDR Peak Brightness
Unknown528 nits
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
YesNo
sRGB Color Gamut
100 %98.5 %

MOTION CHARACTERISTICS

Total Response Time
0.1 ms9.2 ms
Variable Refresh Rate
N/A20 - 144 Hz
Strobing / BFI
NoYes
Persistence Blur Score
5.2/106.6/10
Ghosting Score
10/107.3/10

TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY

Pixels Per Inch
139 PPI108 PPI
Coating
MatteMatte
Text Clarity Score
6.9/107/10
Image Clarity Score
7.9/107/10

PORTS & CONNECTIVITY

HDMI 1.4 Ports
00
HDMI 2.0 Ports
32
HDMI 2.1 Ports
00
Micro HDMI Ports
00
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports
00

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Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED)

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PC Mag

Zachery Cuevas | February 2023
"All in all, the Asus PA32DC OLED is a superbly crafted display for experts in their craft. From filmmakers to colorists and everyone in between, this OLED display comes with just about everything that’ll satisfy professionals and enthusiasts. The undisputed champion of content creation monitors might still be the Apple Pro Display XDR for some, but the Asus PA32DC OLED puts up a heck of a fight for several grand less."

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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