If you're a serious gamer or content creator looking for top-notch contrast and color performance, the Corsair W-OLED monitor, with its superior brightness and color volume, could be an excellent investment despite its higher cost. However, for those on a budget who still want a large, widescreen experience for both gaming and productivity, the Dell VA monitor offers good refresh rates and image clarity. It's important to note that neither is ideal if text clarity is a priority, and both have their own strengths—higher refresh rates and HDR capabilities in the Corsair, versus more versatile connectivity and an adjustable stand with the Dell. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED)
Very good for casual gaming
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Excellent response time
Advantages of the Dell S3422DWG (VA)
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) has no clear advantages over the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
8.1/10
6.7/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
2725:1
141 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
344 nits
632 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
528 nits
97.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
86.8 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is very good for casual gaming, while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is only fair.
Competitive Gaming
5.4/10
4.5/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1.6 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
9.2 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
141 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
344 nits
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is somewhat better.
Productivity
3.9/10
6.2/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
84 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
No
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) is only fair for productivity, while the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.7/10
6.7/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
2725:1
141 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
344 nits
632 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
528 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) is only fair for media consumption, while the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$1,700
$330
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) has a price of $1,700 and the Dell S3422DWG (VA) costs $330.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-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
No
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and the Dell S3422DWG (VA) compare to other monitors
"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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