If budget is a concern and you engage in casual gaming or need an ultrawide screen for productivity, the Dell S3422DWG with its lower cost and wider aspect ratio can be a good choice. However, for the best imaging and contrast, particularly if you're into HDR gaming, digital photo editing, or you require the highest color accuracy for print work, the LG 32EP950, while more expensive, will offer superior performance. Keep in mind, the LG's refresh rate isn't ideal for competitive gaming, but its image quality is excellent for media consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell S3422DWG (VA)
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) has no clear advantages over the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED).
Advantages of the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Excellent for media consumption
Good image clarity
Best in class contrast
Good brightness
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.7/10
9.6/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
2725:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
344 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
528 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
86.8 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is only fair.
Productivity
6.2/10
6.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) and Dell S3422DWG (VA) are both only fair for productivity, though the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
6.7/10
9.4/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
2725:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
344 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
528 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is excellent for media consumption, while the Dell S3422DWG (VA) is only fair.
Cost
$330
$3,220
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) has a price of $330 and the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) costs $3,220.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
4.5/10
4.3/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
9.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.0 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
344 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
The Dell S3422DWG (VA) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell S3422DWG (VA) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell S3422DWG (VA) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Dell S3422DWG (VA) and the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) 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."
"This screen is aimed at professional users, content creation and HDR video production. The OLED panel offers really great picture quality with bright, vivid colours, true deep blacks and infinite contrast ratio for SDR and HDR. The semi-glossy screen coating does add to the picture quality and feel of the screen as well."
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