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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize fast-paced gaming, the Dell S2522HG with its higher refresh rate will make a noticeable difference, providing a smoother experience. However, for more immersive gaming or if you often work with graphics and want deeper blacks and better contrast, the Dell S3222DGM could be the better option thanks to its VA panel. The S3222DGM also offers a higher resolution and larger screen size, which enhances work productivity and media viewing, but it has a lower refresh rate, which might not be as optimal for competitive gaming scenarios. Both are budget-friendly, yet they cater to different preferences in gaming and general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell S2522HG (IPS)
- Good for competitive gaming
- Very good refresh rate
- Good brightness
- Very good response time
Advantages of the Dell S3222DGM (VA)
- Very good contrast
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.8
6.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
4365:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S3222DGM (VA) is only fair for casual gaming, while the Dell S2522HG (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
7.0
4.6
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
6.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
10.6 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 165 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) is good for competitive gaming, while the Dell S3222DGM (VA) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.3
5.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
4365:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S3222DGM (VA) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are both poor for media consumption, though the Dell S3222DGM (VA) is somewhat better.
Cost
$293
$250
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) has a price of $293 and the Dell S3222DGM (VA) costs $250.
Key similarities
Productivity
4.6
5.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
89 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S3222DGM (VA) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are both poor for productivity.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and Dell S3222DGM (VA) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and Dell S3222DGM (VA) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and Dell S3222DGM (VA) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and Dell S3222DGM (VA) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and the Dell S3222DGM (VA) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Dell S2522HG (IPS) | Dell S3222DGM (VA) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$293 | $250 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 25" | 32" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | VA | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 165Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1000:1 | 4365:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 333 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 99 % | 98.1 % | |
Suitable for Digital Photo Editing | |||
Suitable for Digital Photo Editing | No | No | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 6 ms | 10.6 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 48 - 240 Hz | 20 - 165 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8.1/10 | 7/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 89 PPI | 93 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 6/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 6/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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 | 1 | 1 | |
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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."
Dell S3222DGM (VA)
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | February 2022
"Aside from its omission of HDR, the Dell S3222DGM has no flaws of consequence. For a surprisingly low price, it delivers premium quality gaming performance with 165 Hz and Adaptive-Sync through a high-contrast curved VA panel with a wide and accurate color gamut."
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