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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize a higher refresh rate for smoother gaming experiences, the Dell S2522HG could be a better fit, but it has a lower resolution which isn't as sharp for productivity or media consumption. On the other hand, the MSI G274QPF-QD offers a higher resolution for clearer images, which is better for productivity and media, and it also has a larger screen size. It may not match the Dell's refresh rate but still provides a seamless experience. If color accuracy is crucial for tasks like photo editing, the MSI holds an advantage with its wider color gamut coverage. Choose the Dell for competitive gaming prowess and the MSI for a balance between gaming, productivity, and media viewing, while also saving a bit on cost. 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 MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS)
- The MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Dell S2522HG (IPS).
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
7.0
5.8
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
6.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 170 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) is good for competitive gaming, while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
4.6
6.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
89 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the Dell S2522HG (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.3
5.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are both poor for media consumption, though the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$302
$270
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) has a price of $302 and the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) costs $270.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Dell S2522HG (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8
5.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) and Dell S2522HG (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and MSI G274QPF-QD (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 G274QPF-QD (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Dell S2522HG (IPS) and the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Dell S2522HG (IPS) | MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$302 | $270 | ||
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 | 170Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1000:1 | 1000:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 300 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | N/A | Unknown | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 99 % | 154 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 6 ms | 8 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 48 - 240 Hz | 48 - 170 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 89 PPI | 108 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 | 0 | |
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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."
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