A comparison of specs, key information, reviews, and best pricing from top retailers
Last updated -- hours ago | Report incorrect information
Company ProductName Specs
Company ProductName Specs
What we think
The PerfectRec monitor team Learn more
Updated April 11, 2024·
For competitive gaming, the Dell S2522HG with a high refresh rate could be an excellent choice as it will provide smoother gameplay, although its lower resolution means it isn't as sharp for productivity or media consumption. On the other hand, the MSI G273QPF offers a higher resolution which is better for sharp images and editing work, but its slightly lower refresh rate could be less optimal for fast-paced games. If HDR content is important to you, however, both monitors may not be the best as they are not well-suited for HDR gaming or video editing. If you prioritize text clarity and image detail for work or general use, the MSI may satisfy you more with its higher pixels per inch. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs and product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars and the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Advantages of the Dell S2522HG (IPS)
- Good for competitive gaming
- Very good refresh rate
- Good brightness
Advantages of the MSI G273QPF (IPS)
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
7.0
5.8
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
6.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.9 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 165 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) is good for competitive gaming, while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
4.6
6.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
89 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
No
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the Dell S2522HG (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.3
6.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1249:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the Dell S2522HG (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$293
$244
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) has a price of $293 and the MSI G273QPF (IPS) costs $244.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8
6.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1249:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI G273QPF (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the Dell S2522HG (IPS) is poor.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and MSI G273QPF (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and MSI G273QPF (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and MSI G273QPF (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
Give feedback
We’re constantly working to improve.
How the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and the MSI G273QPF (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell S2522HG (IPS) | MSI G273QPF (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$293 | $244 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 25" | 27" | |
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 | 165Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1000:1 | 1249:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 316 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 99 % | 132.7 % | |
Suitable for Digital Photo Editing | |||
Suitable for Digital Photo Editing | No | Yes | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 6 ms | 6.9 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 | 8/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 89 PPI | 109 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | |
Shopping
Dell S2522HG (IPS)
See more
Dig into reviews and images
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."
MSI G273QPF (IPS)
See more
Dig into reviews and images
Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | September 2023
"Thanks to its 27″ 1440p IPS panel with wide color gamut, the MSI G273QF delivers an immersive viewing experience, while the rapid 1ms GtG response time speed, FreeSync, MBR and 165Hz ensure buttery-smooth performance – all that at an appealing price!"
Give feedback
We're constantly perfecting our model
More comparisons for you
Compare Dell S2522HG (IPS) vs. Dell S2721DGF (IPS)
VS
Compare Dell S2522HG (IPS) vs. Dell S2722DGM (VA)
VS
Compare Dell S2522HG (IPS) vs. Dell S2721DS (IPS)
VS
Compare MSI G273QPF (IPS) vs. ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS)
VS
Compare MSI G273QPF (IPS) vs. Dell S3222DGM (VA)
VS
Compare MSI G273QPF (IPS) vs. Dell S2721QS (IPS)
VS
FAQs
Why trust us
This information was produced and vetted by the PerfectRec monitors team. We are a product research and recommendation organization that meticulously reviews and evaluates the latest monitor information and makes it digestible for you.
By the numbers
210
Monitors evaluated
10,500
Monitors stats compiled
15
Proprietary Monitors ratings developed
117,800
Recommendations made
17,670
Consumer hours saved
About the monitor team
Joe Golden, Ph.D
CEO and Monitors Editor
Joe is an entrepreneur and lifelong electronics enthusiast with a Ph.D in Economics from the University of Michigan.
Jason Lew
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Jason is a staff expert and software engineer that has been making laptop recommendations for 7 years and moderates one of the largest laptop subreddits.
Chandradeep Chowdhury
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Chandradeep is a staff expert and software engineer and expert in televisions and monitors. He’s been making monitor recommendations for ten years.
Featured in
