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Updated April 11, 2024·
The Dell S3422DWG with a VA panel offers deeper blacks and higher contrast, making it suitable for immersive gaming and watching videos in darker environments. It's also slightly less expensive than the Gigabyte. However, the Gigabyte M34WQ's IPS panel has better color accuracy and wider viewing angles, which is preferable for tasks requiring color precision like digital photo editing. Both monitors have similar refresh rates and are capable of casual and fair competitive gaming experiences. If you prioritize general media consumption and cost savings, go with the Dell; if color-sensitive work and image clarity are more important, consider the Gigabyte despite its slightly higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell S3422DWG (VA)
- The Dell S3422DWG (VA) has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS).
Advantages of the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS)
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.7
5.9
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
2725:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
344 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
528 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
86.8 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
87.7 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) is only fair for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.7
6.0
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
2725:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1074:1
344 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
528 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
372 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both only fair for media consumption, though the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is somewhat better.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
4.5
4.5
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
9.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.5 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
344 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
379 nits
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Productivity
6.2
6.3
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are both only fair for productivity.
Cost
$330
$330
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
$500
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) has a price of $330 and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) costs $330.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell S3422DWG (VA) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell S3422DWG (VA) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell S3422DWG (VA) and Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Dell S3422DWG (VA) and the Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell S3422DWG (VA) | Gigabyte M34WQ (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$330 | $330 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 34" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | VA | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 2725:1 | 1074:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 344 nits | 379 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 528 nits | 372 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 98.5 % | 102.9 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 9.2 ms | 8.5 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 144 Hz | 20 - 144 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 6.6/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 108 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 | 0 | 0 | |
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Dell S3422DWG (VA)
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IGN
Whitson Gordon | August 2021
"The Dell S3422DWG is, overall, a great monitor that delivers on most of its promises, providing a sharp ultrawide experience with smooth motion. It is, however, not as great of a value proposition, costing a bit too much compared to similar competitors."
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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