If you prioritize high-resolution work and media with a traditional widescreen format, the Dell U3223QE with its 4K resolution would be a better fit, especially since it offers better contrast and is suitable for digital photo editing. Keep in mind that the Dell's gaming performance is not optimal. On the other hand, the LG DualUp with its unique 16:18 aspect ratio excels in productivity tasks by offering a layout that's conducive to seeing more content vertically, making it a better choice for tasks like coding or document editing. However, it's not designed for high-end gaming or HDR media consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell U3223QE (IPS Black)
Good for media consumption
Good brightness
Advantages of the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS)
Good response time
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
3.8/10
4.9/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
24.3 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
10.0 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) and Dell U3223QE (IPS Black) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
7.0/10
6.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 2880
2104:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
438 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Matte
The Dell U3223QE (IPS Black) is good for media consumption, while the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$880
$650
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell U3223QE (IPS Black) has a price of $880 and the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) costs $650.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.2/10
5.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 2880
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
2104:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
438 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
94.9 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.0 %
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell U3223QE (IPS Black) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
7.9/10
7.7/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 2880
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Semi-Gloss
COATING
Matte
The Dell U3223QE (IPS Black) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are both good for productivity.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell U3223QE (IPS Black) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Dell U3223QE (IPS Black) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell U3223QE (IPS Black) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell U3223QE (IPS Black) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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