If saving money is a priority and you mainly engage in competitive gaming, the Dell S2522HG with its high refresh rate might suit you well, but its smaller screen and standard resolution limit productivity and media immersion. Conversely, for a broader and more visually engaging experience suitable for both gaming and productivity, the LG 34GP83A offers a larger, ultrawide screen with higher resolution, but it demands a higher investment. Neither is optimal for serious HDR content or professional color work, so if those are key interests, you might want to look elsewhere. Choose based on whether cost savings or a richer gaming and multitasking experience is more important to you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell S2522HG (IPS)
Good for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Advantages of the LG 34GP83A (IPS)
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Dell S2522HG (IPS).
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
7.0/10
4.5/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
6.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.1 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 160 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) is good for competitive gaming, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
4.6/10
6.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
89 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the Dell S2522HG (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.3/10
5.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
956:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
457 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are both poor for media consumption, though the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$293
$750
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) has a price of $293 and the LG 34GP83A (IPS) costs $750.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8/10
5.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
956:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
457 nits
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.2 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and the LG 34GP83A (IPS) compare to other monitors
"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."
"The LG 34GP83A is an excellent monitor for the price! It offers flawless performance thanks to its rapid response time, low input lag, high refresh rate, and certified G-SYNC compatibility. Moreover, its Nano IPS panel ensures vibrant colors which along with the 3440×1440 ultrawide resolution makes for a stunning and immersive viewing experience."
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