If price is a major concern and you want a well-rounded monitor, the Dell S2721DGF offers solid performance for casual gaming and productivity at a lower cost. However, if you're willing to invest more for a slightly better gaming experience due to higher refresh rates and strobing features, the LG 27GP83B might suit you better. Both monitors have similar screen size and resolution, but neither is ideal for HDR gaming or media consumption. For tasks like digital photo editing, both are adequate, though not the best choice for professional color work that demands top-tier color precision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell S2721DGF (IPS)
The Dell S2721DGF (IPS) has no clear advantages over the LG 27GP83B (IPS).
Advantages of the LG 27GP83B (IPS)
The LG 27GP83B (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Dell S2721DGF (IPS).
Key differences
Cost
$300
$389
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The Dell S2721DGF (IPS) has a price of $300 and the LG 27GP83B (IPS) costs $389.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
6.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
882:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
807:1
368 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
365 nits
485 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
472 nits
97.2 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.6 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG 27GP83B (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the Dell S2721DGF (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.8/10
6.0/10
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
6.3 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.8 ms
20 - 165 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 180 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
368 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
365 nits
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG 27GP83B (IPS) to be only fair for competitive gaming, while the Dell S2721DGF (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.2/10
6.2/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GP83B (IPS) and Dell S2721DGF (IPS) are both only fair for productivity.
Media Consumption
5.9/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
882:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
807:1
368 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
365 nits
485 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
472 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Dell S2721DGF (IPS) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are both poor for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Dell S2721DGF (IPS) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Dell S2721DGF (IPS) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Dell S2721DGF (IPS) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Dell S2721DGF (IPS) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Dell S2721DGF (IPS) and the LG 27GP83B (IPS) compare to other monitors
"The Dell S2721DGF checks all the boxes for an upper-mid priced display that can take on the best gaming monitors, and you might even be able to find it for under $500 (it's $450-$500 as of writing). The monitor's 1440p, runs at 165 Hz without overclock, has AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and G-Sync Compatibility, covers a large portion of the DCI-P3 color gamut and includes a lighting effect on the back."
"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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