If you're looking for an immersive experience with a wider screen for productivity or movie watching, the Dell S3422DWG with its curved display and higher contrast will serve you well, though it's not the best for HDR gaming or media. On the other hand, the LG 27GP83B provides better color accuracy and a crisp image quality that's great for digital photo editing and competitive gaming due to its faster response times and higher refresh capabilities. However, it falls short for media consumption due to its lower contrast and brightness compared to the Dell. Choose the Dell for a broader view and stronger contrast at a lower cost, or the LG for better color accuracy, responsiveness in gaming, and sharper text at a slightly higher price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell S3422DWG (VA)
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) has no clear advantages over the LG 27GP83B (IPS).
Advantages of the LG 27GP83B (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Very good response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.7/10
6.0/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
2725:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
807:1
344 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
365 nits
528 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
472 nits
86.8 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.6 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are both only fair for casual gaming, though the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is somewhat better.
Competitive Gaming
4.5/10
6.0/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
9.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.8 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 180 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
344 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
365 nits
The LG 27GP83B (IPS) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.7/10
5.9/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
2725:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
807:1
344 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
365 nits
528 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
472 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) is only fair for media consumption, while the LG 27GP83B (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$320
$389
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) has a price of $320 and the LG 27GP83B (IPS) costs $389.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 27GP83B (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Productivity
6.2/10
6.2/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GP83B (IPS) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are both only fair for productivity.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell S3422DWG (VA) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell S3422DWG (VA) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell S3422DWG (VA) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Dell S3422DWG (VA) and the LG 27GP83B (IPS) compare to other monitors
"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."
"The LG 27GP83B-B offers today’s sweet spot in gaming specs and capabilities in a well-designed premium package. It’s the first 1440p upgrade over the previous releases such as the LG 27GL83A-B with improvements in image quality thanks to its Nano IPS panel."
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