If you prioritize high-resolution content and professional-grade color accuracy for tasks like HDR video editing and print photo editing, the Innocn 27M2U with its superior image clarity, high static contrast, and excellent color volume is a strong contender despite its higher price. On the other hand, the Dell S2721DGF offers good performance for causal gaming and productivity at a lower cost, with a higher refresh rate which is beneficial for competitive gaming. However, its color performance and HDR capabilities aren't on par with Innocn's, making it less ideal for color-critical work and HDR gaming or media consumption. Choose the Innocn if you require top-notch visual fidelity and work with HDR content, or opt for Dell if you're seeking a more affordable option with a balance of gaming and everyday productivity performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell S2721DGF (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Very good response time
Advantages of the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED)
Good for casual gaming
Best in class for productivity
Very good for media consumption
Very good text clarity
Very good image clarity
Good contrast
Best in class brightness
Very good color volume
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
7.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
882:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
368 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
485 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
97.2 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is good for casual gaming, while the Dell S2721DGF (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.8/10
5.1/10
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
6.3 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
20 - 165 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
368 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The Dell S2721DGF (IPS) and Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Dell S2721DGF (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
6.2/10
9.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
163 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is best in class for productivity, while the Dell S2721DGF (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
5.9/10
8.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
882:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
368 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
485 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is very good for media consumption, while the Dell S2721DGF (IPS) is poor.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Dell S2721DGF (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Dell S2721DGF (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
Yes
The Dell S2721DGF (IPS) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Dell S2721DGF (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Cost
$434
$425
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$400
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The Dell S2721DGF (IPS) has a price of $434 and the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) costs $425.
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How the Dell S2721DGF (IPS) and the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) compare to other monitors
"The Dell S2721DGF checks all the boxes for an upper-mid priced display that can take on the best gaming monitors, and you might even be able to find it for under $500 (it's $450-$500 as of writing). The monitor's 1440p, runs at 165 Hz without overclock, has AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and G-Sync Compatibility, covers a large portion of the DCI-P3 color gamut and includes a lighting effect on the back."
"The Innocn 27MU2 screen isn’t built to Apple standards, but it’s robust enough for desktop use and surprisingly lightweight, considering its image quality. The stand is rock steady and adjustable, plus the screen can be wall mounted. There are plenty of input options plus the ability to display two sources on screen at the same time."
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