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Updated April 12, 2024·
If budget is a primary concern and you're interested in a solid gaming experience with a high contrast ratio for deep blacks, the Dell S2722DGM with its VA panel is a strong choice. However, if you're looking for a wider screen and a monitor that's better for tasks that require accurate color reproduction, such as photo editing, the Gigabyte M34WQ with its IPS panel would be a better fit but comes at a higher cost. The wider aspect ratio of the Gigabyte also offers an immersive experience for media consumption, though it may not be ideal for competitive gaming due to the typically slower response times compared to the Dell. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell S2722DGM (VA)
- Good for casual gaming
- Good for media consumption
- Good refresh rate
- Good contrast
- Good brightness
Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
- Good response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
7.0
5.9
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
2948:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
389 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
87.7 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S2722DGM (VA) is good for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.8
4.5
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
13.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.5 ms
20 - 165 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
389 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
The Dell S2722DGM (VA) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Dell S2722DGM (VA) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
7.0
6.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
2948:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
389 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S2722DGM (VA) is good for media consumption, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$300
$330
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
$500
The Dell S2722DGM (VA) has a price of $300 and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) costs $330.
Key similarities
Productivity
6.5
6.3
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S2722DGM (VA) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both only fair for productivity.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell S2722DGM (VA) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Dell S2722DGM (VA) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell S2722DGM (VA) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell S2722DGM (VA) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Dell S2722DGM (VA) and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Dell S2722DGM (VA) | Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $330 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | VA | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 144Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 2948:1 | 1074:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 389 nits | 379 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | N/A | 372 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 99.6 % | 102.9 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 13.2 ms | 8.5 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 165 Hz | 20 - 144 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 7.1/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 109 PPI | 110 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7/10 | 7.1/10 | |
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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Dell S2722DGM (VA)
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | February 2022
"Though it leaves out HDR and extended color, the Dell S2722DGM delivers superb gaming performance for less than $300. With Adaptive-Sync, 165 Hz, a solid overdrive and usable blur reduction, it rocks full-motion gaming without breaking the bank."
Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | November 2023
"If you want a 34″ 3440×1440 ultrawide gaming monitor with a fast response time speed, smooth VRR performance, vibrant colors and crisp details, the Gigabyte M34WQ is one of the best options below $450. Additionally, it has an ergonomic stand, rich connectivity options and plenty of extra features, such as a built-in KVM switch. Some users might not be pleased by its flat screen, but at a certain viewing distance, it feels completely natural."
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