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Updated April 11, 2024·
If competitive gaming with fast response and minimal ghosting is your priority, the BenQ XL2566K is an excellent choice despite its higher price, though its colors and viewing angles may not be as vivid as an IPS panel. On the other hand, the Dell S2522HG offers good color accuracy and better viewing angles, making it suitable for everyday use and casual gaming at a more affordable price. Neither are ideal for HDR gaming or professional photo and video editing due to their limited color gamut and lower resolution. Choose the BenQ for top-tier gaming performance or the Dell for a well-rounded, cost-effective option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the BenQ XL2566K (TN)
- Excellent for competitive gaming
- Best in class refresh rate
Advantages of the Dell S2522HG (IPS)
- Good brightness
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
9.2
7.0
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
5.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.0 ms
20 - 360 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
303 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
400 nits
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) is excellent for competitive gaming, while the Dell S2522HG (IPS) is good.
Cost
$599
$289
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) has a price of $599 and the Dell S2522HG (IPS) costs $289.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9
5.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1131:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
303 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
400 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Productivity
4.8
4.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
89 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are both poor for productivity.
Media Consumption
5.1
5.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
1131:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
303 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
400 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) and BenQ XL2566K (TN) are both poor for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and the Dell S2522HG (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| BenQ XL2566K (TN) | Dell S2522HG (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$599 | $289 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 25" | 25" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | TN | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 360Hz | 240Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1131:1 | 1000:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 303 nits | 400 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 96.5 % | 99 % | |
Suitable for Digital Photo Editing | |||
Suitable for Digital Photo Editing | No | No | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 5.2 ms | 6 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 360 Hz | 48 - 240 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8.1/10 | 8.1/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 91 PPI | 89 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 6.1/10 | 6/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 6.1/10 | 6/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 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 | 1 | |
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BenQ XL2566K (TN)
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Tech Radar
Nick Ross | August 2023
"It’s not for everyone in the same way that a top fuel dragster isn’t everyone’s perfect daily driver. The BenQ Zowie XL2566K succeeds in delivering the fastest, sharpest and smoothest display for pro FPS players and that’s all it wanted to do. Its other limitations and premium price tag mean it’s a bespoke tool for a niche market, rather than another general gaming monitor for those who like playing games."
Dell S2522HG (IPS)
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IGN
Matthew Smith | February 2022
"The Dell S2522HG changes the game. This 24.5-inch 1080p gaming monitor has a 240Hz refresh rate, yet it’s commonly sold for $249.99. That’s just tens of dollars more than an average 1080p 144Hz gaming monitor. The S2522HG cuts a few corners in its pursuit of pricing, but it’s a great choice for competitive gamers on a budget."
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