If competitive gaming is your primary interest and you value the highest refresh rates for fast-paced action, the Dell AW2524H with its exceptional refresh rate and response times would serve you better. Conversely, if you lean towards digital photo editing or wish to enjoy better image clarity and color fidelity for general use or media, consider investing in the Asus PG279QM, as it offers higher resolution, better color coverage, and a larger screen for a more immersive experience. Bear in mind, the Asus comes with a higher price tag, but provides a balanced mix for both gaming and productivity. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PG279QM (IPS)
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Advantages of the Dell AW2524H (IPS)
Best in class for competitive gaming
Best in class refresh rate
Good brightness
Very good response time
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
8.0/10
9.5/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
500Hz
7.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
5.5 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 500 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
363 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
390 nits
The Dell AW2524H (IPS) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the Asus PG279QM (IPS) is very good.
Productivity
6.4/10
4.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
91 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the Dell AW2524H (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.0/10
5.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
1147:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1031:1
363 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
390 nits
478 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
464 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the Dell AW2524H (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$749
$500
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) has a price of $749 and the Dell AW2524H (IPS) costs $500.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Dell AW2524H (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.4/10
6.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
500Hz
1147:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1031:1
363 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
390 nits
478 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
464 nits
95.8 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
87.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG279QM (IPS) and Dell AW2524H (IPS) are both only fair for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and Dell AW2524H (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and Dell AW2524H (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and Dell AW2524H (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Asus PG279QM (IPS) and the Dell AW2524H (IPS) compare to other monitors
"The Asus ROG Swift PG279QM is one of the best gaming monitors I’ve reviewed, and one of the best all-around displays too. With perfect video processing, smooth gaming performance and tons of rich and accurate color."
"If you have the system for it, the Alienware AW2524H is the perfect display to show off next level frame rates and control response. With higher contrast and color volume than its 360 Hz competition, it currently has no equal."
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