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Updated April 11, 2024·
Given your budget concerns, the Dell S2522HG could be the more attractive option since it's less expensive. However, if you prioritize a larger screen, higher resolution for clearer images, and better color accuracy that's beneficial for photo editing, the Gigabyte M32Q would be the better pick, albeit at a higher price. For competitive gaming, the Dell's very high refresh rate and very low response time are crucial, making it a solid choice. If casual gaming, general productivity, and media consumption are more your focus, the Gigabyte's larger, sharper display would enhance those experiences despite its slightly lower refresh capabilities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell S2522HG (IPS)
- Good for competitive gaming
- Very good refresh rate
- Good brightness
Advantages of the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS)
- The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Dell S2522HG (IPS).
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
7.0
4.7
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
6.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.1 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 170 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) is good for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$289
$455
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) has a price of $289 and the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) costs $455.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8
5.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1195:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
460 nits
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
87.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Productivity
4.6
5.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
89 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are both poor for productivity.
Media Consumption
5.3
5.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1195:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
460 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are both poor for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Dell S2522HG (IPS) | Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$289 | $455 | ||
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 | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 170Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1000:1 | 1195:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 333 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | N/A | 460 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 99 % | 100.6 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 6 ms | 6.1 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 48 - 240 Hz | 20 - 170 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 | 8.1/10 | |
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."
Gigabyte M32Q (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | July 2023
"Thanks to its IPS panel with a wide color gamut and fast pixel response time speed, the Gigabyte M32Q offers both an immersive and responsive gaming experience. Additionally, it has an ergonomic stand, plenty of connectivity options, and a lot of useful features – all at a reasonable price."
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