If competitive gaming is your primary focus, the Asus monitor with its higher refresh rate and response time is the superior choice, enabling smoother gameplay. However, if you prioritize high-resolution images and media consumption without intense gaming, the Dell monitor offers a sharper image due to its higher resolution while being more affordable. The Asus excels in fast-paced games but may not be as cost-effective if gaming is a casual interest. The Dell, while budget-friendlier, is less suitable for competitive gaming but great for productivity and general media viewing. Both have strong color accuracy, making them good for photo editing, but keep in mind that neither is optimized for HDR gaming or video editing. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus XB273U F (IPS)
Good for casual gaming
Best in class for competitive gaming
Best in class refresh rate
Good brightness
Very good response time
Advantages of the Dell S2722QC (IPS)
Good for productivity
Very good text clarity
Very good image clarity
Key differences
Casual Gaming
7.0/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1242:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1304:1
488 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
382 nits
468 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
402 nits
96.1 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
82.9 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus XB273U F (IPS) is good for casual gaming, while the Dell S2722QC (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
9.5/10
4.9/10
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
5.4 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
14.4 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
40 - 60 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
488 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
382 nits
The Asus XB273U F (IPS) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the Dell S2722QC (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.7/10
7.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
164 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S2722QC (IPS) is good for productivity, while the Asus XB273U F (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
6.3/10
6.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1242:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1304:1
488 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
382 nits
468 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
402 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S2722QC (IPS) and Asus XB273U F (IPS) are both only fair for media consumption, though the Dell S2722QC (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$1,100
$400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Asus XB273U F (IPS) has a price of $1,100 and the Dell S2722QC (IPS) costs $400.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus XB273U F (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Dell S2722QC (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Asus XB273U F (IPS) and Dell S2722QC (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus XB273U F (IPS) and Dell S2722QC (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus XB273U F (IPS) and Dell S2722QC (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Asus XB273U F (IPS) and the Dell S2722QC (IPS) compare to other monitors
"The Dell S2722QC offers 4K, USB-C, HDR, and integrated speakers for a uniquely affordable price, but makes some image quality sacrifices to hit its low cost. It’s a good everyday productivity monitor that you should buy for its features, not its performance."
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