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Dell S2722QC Monitor Review

Tested using Methodology v2.0
Review updated Jul 24, 2024 at 01:45 pm
Dell S2722QC Picture
6.0
PC Gaming
4.8
Console Gaming
8.5
Office
7.5
Editing
7.3
Brightness
5.0
Response Time
4.8
HDR Picture
7.3
SDR Picture
7.9
Color Accuracy

The Dell S2722QC is a 27-inch, 4k monitor aimed at productivity. It's an updated version of the Dell S2721QS with a different selection of inputs. This monitor has a USB-C input that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode with power delivery, allowing you to connect your laptop to display an image and charge it with the same cable. It has additional productivity features, like Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture modes, so you can display images from two different sources at the same time. It also has FreeSync VRR support to reduce screen tearing, though it's otherwise limited in gaming features.

Our Verdict

6.0 PC Gaming

The Dell S2722QC is mediocre for PC gaming. Although it has VRR support, it has few gaming features, as it's limited to a 60Hz refresh rate and lacks HDMI 2.1 bandwidth. It has low input lag for a responsive feel, but motion looks blurry due to its slow response time. Unfortunately, it has limited picture quality because it has a low contrast ratio that makes blacks look gray, and it lacks a local dimming feature to further improve it.

Pros
  • Low input lag.
  • VRR support.
Cons
  • Limited to 60Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.0 bandwidth.
  • Mediocre contrast ratio.
  • Blurry motion due to slow response time.
4.8 Console Gaming

The Dell S2722QC is bad for console gaming. It can't take full advantage of the Xbox Series X|S or PS5 because it's limited to a 60Hz refresh rate and lacks HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, but it has a high 4k resolution to deliver detailed images. However, it has limited picture quality due to its low contrast, so it fails to deliver realistic images. Although it has low input lag for a responsive feel, its slow response time makes motion look blurry.

Pros
  • Low input lag.
  • Sharp text and image clarity.
Cons
  • Limited to 60Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.0 bandwidth.
  • Mediocre contrast ratio.
  • Blurry motion due to slow response time.
8.5 Office

The Dell S2722QC is excellent for office use. The 4k resolution produces incredible text clarity, and the 27-inch screen is a good size for multitasking. It has fantastic ergonomics that make it easy to adjust it to your preferred position, and the wide viewing angles are ideal for sharing your screen with others, as the image remains consistent from the sides. It also has a few extra office-friendly features, like a USB-C input with power delivery, so you can connect your laptop and charge it at the same time with a single cable.

Pros
  • Fantastic ergonomics.
  • USB-C input with DisplayPort Alt Mode.
  • Bright enough to fight glare.
  • Sharp text and image clarity.
Cons
7.5 Editing

The Dell S2722QC is good for content creation. It delivers sharp images and text thanks to its 4k resolution and high pixel density. Its accuracy before calibration is decent, though it needs a full calibration for the most accurate image. However, it has limited Adobe RGB coverage, so it doesn't display some colors during photo editing, and it also has a low contrast ratio that makes blacks look gray. Luckily, it has wide viewing angles and fantastic ergonomics, so the image remains consistent from the sides, and you can adjust it to your preferred position.

Pros
  • Wide viewing angles.
  • Fantastic ergonomics.
  • USB-C input with DisplayPort Alt Mode.
  • Bright enough to fight glare.
  • Sharp text and image clarity.
Cons
  • Lacks sRGB mode; needs full calibration.
  • Mediocre contrast ratio.
  • No local dimming.
7.3 Brightness

The Dell S2722QC has decent brightness. It gets bright enough to fight glare, but highlights don't pop in HDR.

Pros
  • Bright enough to fight glare.
Cons
  • Highlights don't pop in HDR.
5.0 Response Time

The Dell S2722QC has a poor response time, so motion looks blurry and has smearing.

Pros
Cons
  • Blurry motion due to slow response time.
4.8 HDR Picture

The Dell S2722QC has poor HDR picture quality. It has a low contrast ratio that makes blacks look gray, and it lacks a local dimming feature to further improve it. It also fails to make colors look vivid in HDR.

Pros
Cons
  • Mediocre contrast ratio.
  • No local dimming.
7.3 SDR Picture

The Dell S2722QC has decent SDR picture quality. While it displays a wide range of colors, it has a low contrast ratio that makes blacks look gray in dark rooms.

Pros
  • Displays wide range of colors.
Cons
  • Mediocre contrast ratio.
7.9 Color Accuracy

The Dell S2722QC has very good color accuracy. Although it lacks a dedicated sRGB mode, it has decent accuracy before calibration. That said, it still needs a full calibration for the best accuracy.

Pros
  • Good gray uniformity.
Cons
  • Lacks sRGB mode; needs full calibration.
  • 6.0 PC Gaming
  • 4.8 Console Gaming
  • 8.5 Office
  • 7.5 Editing

Performance Usages

  • 7.3 Brightness
  • 5.0 Response Time
  • 4.8 HDR Picture
  • 7.3 SDR Picture
  • 7.9 Color Accuracy
  1. Updated Jul 24, 2024: Updated text throughout the review according to Test Bench 2.0, mainly in the Verdict and Motion sections.
  2. Updated Jul 11, 2024: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.0. This includes new tests for VRR Motion Performance, Refresh Rate Compliance, Cumulative Absolute Deviation (CAD), and VRR Flicker. You can read the full changelog here.
  3. Updated Jan 18, 2024: Updated text to reflect changes with Test Bench 1.2.
  4. Updated Dec 08, 2023: Changed the Text Clarity score to 9.0 to better reflect other monitors that we've tested.
  5. Updated Feb 21, 2023: Rechecked the Variable Refresh Rate range and confirmed it goes as low as 40Hz before there's screen tearing. Also confirmed that 1440p works with the PS5.
  6. Updated Oct 05, 2022: A few users have reported noticeable flicker when using this monitor with a MacBook. We updated the macOS Compatibility text to mention this.
  7. Updated May 02, 2022: We tested the monitor with the PS5's new variable refresh rate feature and confirmed that it's not compatible, since the PS5 only supports HDMI Forum VRR.
  8. Updated Apr 08, 2022: Updated to Test Bench 1.2, resulting in changes to the results and scores with the Response Time and Input Lag. Added tests for Console Compatibility and macOS compatibility and made minor changes to other tests, which you can see in our Changelog.
  9. Updated Jan 13, 2022: Review published.
  10. Updated Jan 10, 2022: Early access published.
  11. Updated Dec 08, 2021: Our testers have started testing this product.
  12. Updated Dec 03, 2021: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
  13. Updated Nov 25, 2021: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.

Differences Between Sizes And Variants

We tested the 27-inch Dell S2722QC, which is the only size available for this monitor. It's an updated version of the Dell S2721QS with a few differences, and you can see some differences between some monitors in the Dell S Series lineup below. The results in this review are only valid for the S2722QC.

Model Panel Size Resolution Stand Adjustments Connectivity
S2721QS IPS 27" 4k Tilt, Swivel, Height, Portrait HDMI, DisplayPort
S2722QC IPS 27" 4k Tilt, Swivel, Height, Portrait HDMI, USB-C, USB-A
S3221QS VA 32" 4k Tilt, Height HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-A

Our Dell S2722QC unit was manufactured in July 2021; you can see the label here.

Compared To Other Monitors

The Dell S2722QC is a great mid-range 4k office monitor. It has many productivity features like its USB hub that includes a USB-C port, and the 4k resolution ensures crisp text. If you need something for the office and want to take advantage of the USB-C input, it's worth the upgrade over the Dell S2721QS. However, if you're looking for a monitor that can display a wider range of colors in HDR and has better color accuracy before calibration, in addition to a larger USB hub and a KVM switch, consider the Dell U2723QE instead.

See our recommendations for the best 4k monitors, the best work monitors, and the best monitors under $500.

Dell S2721QS

The Dell S2722QC is an updated version of the Dell S2721QS with many of the same features, but there are a few differences. They're built the same and have similar picture quality with an IPS panel with wide viewing angles and a 4k resolution. However, the main differences are with the inputs: while the S2722QC has a USB-C input and two USB 3.0 inputs, the S2721QS has a DisplayPort input, which the S2722QC doesn't have.

Dell U2723QE

The Dell S2722QC and the Dell U2723QE are both good overall 4k monitors. The picture quality is similar between both, except the U2723QE has much better out-of-the-box accuracy and higher contrast and displays a wider range of colors in HDR. The U2723QE also has more inputs, like a DisplayPort output that you can use for daisy chaining and multiple USB-C ports. However, the S2722QC has much better reflection handling, making it a better choice for well-lit rooms, and it's slightly more versatile for gaming because it supports VRR.

Dell UltraSharp U2720Q

The Dell UltraSharp U2720Q and the Dell S2722QC are similar 4k monitors. The picture quality is about the same between both, but the S2722QC is better for well-lit rooms because it gets brighter and has better reflection handling. On the other hand, the U2720Q has a better selection of inputs because it has an extra USB-C and USB 3.0 input compared to the S2722QC, and it also has a DisplayPort input. While both monitors have ergonomic stands, the one on the U2720Q offers a wider swivel range and higher height adjustment.

ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV

The ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV and the Dell S2722QC are both impressive office monitors, but they have a few different features. The Dell is a 4k monitor with much better text clarity, while the ASUS has a 1440p screen and a slightly higher 75Hz refresh rate. The Dell supports HDR, which the ASUS doesn't have, but it doesn't add much to the Dell anyway because it has a low contrast and lacks local dimming. The Dell also supports Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture modes. On the other hand, the ASUS has much better out-of-the-box accuracy.

Dell S2721DGF

The Dell S2721DGF and the Dell S2722QC are different types of monitors. The S2722QC is designed for productivity, as it has a 4k screen and more office features like a USB-C input and Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture modes, meaning you can connect two devices. The S2721DGF is designed for gaming as it has a much higher 165Hz refresh rate and much quicker response times, too. The S2721DGF also has a local dimming feature, which the S2722QC doesn't have, but it performs terribly.

Dell U3223QE

The Dell S2722QC and the Dell U3223QE are both good overall 4k monitors with a few differences. The U3223QE has a better selection of inputs as it has a USB hub with a KVM switch, and it supports daisy chaining, allowing you to easily connect a second display. It also has better ergonomics, as it allows for greater height adjustment. However, the S2722QC has much better reflection handling, and it's a bit more versatile for gaming because it has VRR support.

Apple Studio Display

The Dell S2722QC is a more versatile monitor than the Apple Studio Display. The Dell supports HDR, which the Apple doesn't, and it's much easier to place in an ideal viewing position thanks to its better ergonomics. It also has more inputs like HDMI ports if you want to use it for gaming. Although the Apple monitor is meant for macOS users, the Dell has no issues with a Mac or MacBook. The Apple does have a few advantages, like having better accuracy and getting much brighter, so you won't have any issues using it in a bright room.

ASUS ProArt Display PA278QV

The ASUS ProArt Display PA278QV and the Dell S2722QC are both impressive office monitors, with a few differences between them. The Dell has a higher 4k resolution than the 1440p on the ASUS, so text is much sharper, and it also displays a wider color gamut in SDR. The Dell supports HDR, which the ASUS doesn't, but it doesn't look good anyway. The Dell also has a few more office-friendly features like a USB-C input and Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture modes, but the ASUS has better ergonomics. The ASUS also gets slightly brighter and has a bit better reflection handling, but both perform well in bright rooms.

BenQ EW3270U

The Dell S2722QC is a better overall 4k monitor than the BenQ EW3270U. The S2722QC has much better ergonomics, and its IPS panel has wider viewing angles, making it a better choice for sharing your screen with someone else. It's also better for well-lit environments because it gets brighter. The S2722QC has a different selection of inputs including a USB-C input and two USB 3.0 ports, but the EW3270U has a DisplayPort input. As for the EW3270U, it's better for dark room use because its VA panel has a higher contrast ratio.

Dell P2423D

The Dell P2423D and the Dell S2722QC are both designed for productivity work. The S2722QC is the better monitor for most people, as it can display content in HDR, is better at overcoming bright glare, and has a more detailed image. It also supports DisplayPort Alt mode with 65W of power delivery, so you can connect your laptop to display an image and charge it with the same cable. However, the P2423D is more compact, so you may prefer it if you have limited space or want a dual or triple monitor setup.

Samsung Smart Monitor M8 S32BM80

The Samsung Smart Monitor M8 S32BM80 and the Dell S2722QC are different types of 4k displays. The Samsung has a built-in smart interface that makes it easy to stream your favorite content without a PC. It also performs better in dark rooms thanks to its higher contrast. However, the Dell is an office monitor with many more inputs, including USB-A ports, making it easy to connect multiple devices and your mouse and keyboard. While both monitors get bright, the Dell has improved reflection handling, which is important if you want to use it in a well-lit room.

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Test Results

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Design
Design
Style
Curved
No
Curve Radius
Not Curved

The Dell S2722QC is a simple monitor with a white plastic back, black bezels, and a silver stand. It has a flat screen and looks good in any environment.

7.5
Design
Build Quality

The build quality is good. The plastic body feels well-made, and the metal on the stand is solid. The entire monitor feels well put together, and even though there's a bit of flex on the back panel and some wobble on the stand, neither is a major issue.

9.0
Design
Ergonomics
Min Height To Top Of Panel
15.4" (39.1 cm)
Height Adjustment
4.3" (11.0 cm)
Tilt Range
-20° to 5°
Rotate Portrait/Landscape
Yes, Both Ways
Swivel Range
-30° to 30°
Wall Mount
VESA 100x100

The ergonomics are fantastic, making it easy to adjust the monitor to your preferred position. The back of the monitor features textured white plastic. You can easily remove the stand from the screen if you choose to VESA mount it. The hole in the stand also offers basic cable management.

Design
Stand
Base Width
10.2" (26.0 cm)
Base Depth
6.9" (17.6 cm)
Thickness (With Display)
5.2" (13.1 cm)
Weight (With Display)
15.2 lbs (6.9 kg)

There's a bit of wobble, but overall, the stand supports the screen well.

Design
Display
Size
27"
Housing Width
24.1" (61.3 cm)
Housing Height
14.4" (36.5 cm)
Thickness (Without Stand)
2.1" (5.4 cm)
Weight (Without Stand)
11.9 lbs (5.4 kg)
Borders Size (Bezels)
0.3" (0.7 cm)
Design
Controls

Four buttons are underneath the right side of the screen to control the on-screen menu. There's also a power button to turn it on and off.

Design
In The Box
Power Supply
Internal

  • USB-C cable
  • Power cable
  • User guides

Picture Quality
6.4
Picture Quality
Contrast
Native Contrast
1,304 : 1
Contrast With Local Dimming
N/A

The contrast is mediocre, and blacks look gray in a darker room. There's also no local dimming feature to improve the contrast.

0
Picture Quality
Local Dimming
Local Dimming
No
Backlight
Edge

This monitor doesn't have a local dimming feature. We still film these videos on the monitor so you can compare the backlight performance with a monitor that has local dimming.

8.1
Picture Quality
SDR Brightness
Real Scene
382 cd/m²
Peak 2% Window
381 cd/m²
Peak 10% Window
382 cd/m²
Peak 25% Window
382 cd/m²
Peak 50% Window
383 cd/m²
Peak 100% Window
382 cd/m²
Sustained 2% Window
381 cd/m²
Sustained 10% Window
382 cd/m²
Sustained 25% Window
382 cd/m²
Sustained 50% Window
382 cd/m²
Sustained 100% Window
382 cd/m²
Automatic Brightness Limiting (ABL)
0.000
Minimum Brightness
34 cd/m²

The SDR brightness is great. It gets bright enough to fight glare in a brighter room and maintains the brightness well across different content. These measurements are from after calibration in the 'Custom Color' Picture Mode with the Brightness at its max.

6.7
Picture Quality
HDR Brightness
VESA DisplayHDR Certification
No Certification
Real Scene
408 cd/m²
Peak 2% Window
401 cd/m²
Peak 10% Window
402 cd/m²
Peak 25% Window
402 cd/m²
Peak 50% Window
402 cd/m²
Peak 100% Window
402 cd/m²
Sustained 2% Window
400 cd/m²
Sustained 10% Window
401 cd/m²
Sustained 25% Window
401 cd/m²
Sustained 50% Window
402 cd/m²
Sustained 100% Window
402 cd/m²
Automatic Brightness Limiting (ABL)
0.000

The HDR brightness is okay. Highlights don't pop, but it follows the PQ EOTF curve fairly well, with a fairly sharp roll-off at peak brightness, so it lets highlights get the brightest they can before any tone mapping.

These measurements are in the 'Desktop' Smart HDR mode, which locks the brightness at its max. There's very little difference in brightness with the other modes, but the 'Movie HDR' setting doesn't track the EOTF curve as well since almost all scenes are overbrightened.

8.0
Picture Quality
Horizontal Viewing Angle
Color Washout From Left
43°
Color Washout From Right
42°
Color Shift From Left
55°
Color Shift From Right
56°
Brightness Loss From Left
48°
Brightness Loss From Right
47°
Black Level Raise From Left
70°
Black Level Raise From Right
70°
Gamma Shift From Left
44°
Gamma Shift From Right
41°

The horizontal viewing angle is great. It works well if you need to share your screen with someone sitting next to you, as they'll see a consistent image from the sides.

8.3
Picture Quality
Vertical Viewing Angle
Color Washout From Below
34°
Color Washout From Above
35°
Color Shift From Below
66°
Color Shift From Above
63°
Brightness Loss From Below
36°
Brightness Loss From Above
37°
Black Level Raise From Below
70°
Black Level Raise From Above
70°
Gamma Shift From Below
65°
Gamma Shift From Above
67°

The vertical viewing angle is impressive. The image remains consistent if you stand up and look down at the monitor.

7.8
Picture Quality
Gray Uniformity
50% Std. Dev.
4.183%
50% DSE
0.138%

The gray uniformity is very good. The sides of the screen are quite a bit darker than the center, but there's very little dirty screen effect.

7.2
Picture Quality
Black Uniformity
Native Std. Dev.
1.194%
Std. Dev. w/ L.D.
N/A

This monitor has decent black uniformity. There's a bit of clouding throughout, and deep blacks look gray in a darker room.

7.3
Picture Quality
Color Accuracy (Pre-Calibration)
Picture Mode
Custom Color
sRGB Gamut Area xy
114.6%
White Balance dE (Avg.)
2.62
Color Temperature (Avg.)
6,671 K
Gamma (Avg.)
2.22
Color dE (Avg.)
3.14
Contrast Setting
75
RGB Settings
100-100-100
Gamma Setting
No Gamma Setting
Brightness Setting
75
Measured Brightness
204 cd/m²
Brightness Locked
No

The accuracy before calibration is decent. It doesn't have a dedicated sRGB mode, so colors are oversaturated, but other than that, it looks fine. The color temperature is extremely close to the 6500K target, and the white balance is only a bit off. However, gamma follows a strange pattern, as very dark and very bright scenes are too dark, while other scenes are overbrightened.

9.7
Picture Quality
Color Accuracy (Post-Calibration)
Picture Mode
Custom Color
sRGB Gamut Area xy
101.4%
White Balance dE (Avg.)
0.55
Color Temperature (Avg.)
6,504 K
Gamma (Avg.)
2.18
Color dE (Avg.)
0.32
Contrast Setting
75
RGB Settings
99-98-99
Gamma Setting
No Gamma Setting
Brightness Setting
31
Measured Brightness
101 cd/m²
ICC Profile
Download

The accuracy after calibration is remarkable. Calibration fixes most inaccuracies and significantly improves every measurement.

9.3
Picture Quality
SDR Color Gamut
sRGB Coverage xy
100.0%
sRGB Picture Mode
Custom Color
Adobe RGB Coverage xy
78.7%
Adobe RGB Picture Mode
Custom Color

The SDR color gamut is superb. It has perfect coverage of the commonly used sRGB color space, but it has more limited coverage of the Adobe RGB color space, which isn't ideal for professional publishing.

6.9
Picture Quality
HDR Color Gamut
Wide Color Gamut
No
DCI-P3 Coverage xy
82.9%
DCI-P3 Picture Mode
Desktop
Rec. 2020 Coverage xy
59.6%
Rec. 2020 Picture Mode
Desktop

The HDR color gamut is alright. It has decent coverage of the DCI-P3 color space used by most current HDR content, but its Rec. 2020 color space coverage is more limited. However, it struggles with tone mapping, so most colors are inaccurate.

6.6
Picture Quality
HDR Color Volume
1,000 cd/m² DCI-P3 Coverage ICtCp
55.1%
DCI-P3 Picture Mode
Desktop
10,000 cd/m² Rec. 2020 Coverage ICtCp
23.6%
Rec. 2020 Picture Mode
Desktop

The HDR color volume is okay. It really struggles to display bright and dark colors well, so HDR content looks dull and muted.

9.0
Picture Quality
Text Clarity
Pixel Type
IPS
Subpixel Layout
RGB

The Dell S2722QC 27 has superb text quality. Enabling Windows ClearType (top photo) helps improve the clarity with diagonal lines and makes straight lines more bold. These photos are in Windows 10.

7.7
Picture Quality
Reflections
Screen Finish
Matte
Total Reflections
4.6%
Indirect Reflections
2.4%
Calculated Direct Reflections
2.3%

The reflection handling is good, and it gets bright enough to handle glare in most instances.

9.9
Picture Quality
Gradient
Color Depth
10 Bit

This monitor has remarkable gradient handling, and you won't see any banding in scenes with shades of a similar color.

Motion
6.0
Motion
Refresh Rate
Native Refresh Rate
60 Hz
Max Refresh Rate
60 Hz
Max Refresh Rate Over DP
60 Hz
Max Refresh Rate Over HDMI
60 Hz
Max Refresh Rate Over DP @ 10-bit
60 Hz
Max Refresh Rate Over HDMI @ 10-Bit
30 Hz

Due to bandwidth limitations over HDMI, you can only reach a max of 30Hz with a 4k resolution, 10-bit color depth, and chroma 4:4:4. You would need to use chroma 4:2:2 or 4:2:0 if you want a higher refresh rate with 10-bit color depth, but that worsens text clarity. However, you can get a 4k @ 60Hz, 10-bit signal with chroma 4:4:4 over USB-C if you set USB-C Prioritization to 'High Resolution.'

Motion
Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)
Variable Refresh Rate
Yes
FreeSync
Yes
G-SYNC
Compatible (Tested)
VRR Maximum
60 Hz
VRR Minimum
40 Hz
VRR Supported Connectors
USB-C (DP Alt-Mode), HDMI

NVIDIAVRR MinVRR Max
DisplayPort42Hz60Hz
HDMIN/AN/A

AMDVRR MinVRR Max
DisplayPort42Hz60Hz
HDMI42Hz60Hz

5.5
Motion
VRR Motion Performance
Recommended VRR OD Setting
Normal
Variable Overdrive Advertised
No
Avg. CAD
359
Best CAD
359
Worst CAD
359

Refresh RateCAD HeatmapRT ChartPursuit Photo
59HeatmapChartPhoto

The motion handling with VRR enabled is poor. There's clear blur and smearing with fast-moving objects. The 'Extreme' and 'Fast' settings have more inverse ghosting than 'Normal.' 'Extreme' has such a high CAD that it passes the limits of our chart, and you can see an alternative chart here.

4.2
Motion
Refresh Rate Compliance
Compliance @ Max Hz
62%
Compliance @ 120 FPS
N/A
Compliance @ 60 FPS
62%

The refresh rate compliance is bad. Its response time isn't fast enough to make full transitions before the monitor draws the next frame.

5.1
Motion
CAD @ Max Refresh Rate
OD Transition Max Refresh Rate
Recommended Overdrive Setting
Normal
Avg. CAD
359
Best 10% CAD
212
Worst 10% CAD
540

Overdrive ModeCAD HeatmapRT ChartPursuit Photo
NormalHeatmapChartPhoto
FastHeatmapChartPhoto
ExtremeHeatmapChartPhoto

The CAD at the max refresh rate of 60Hz is disappointing. Motion is blurry with the 'Normal' overdrive setting, and using the 'Fast' and 'Extreme' settings results in too much inverse ghosting.

Motion
Response Time @ Max Refresh Rate
Recommended Overdrive Setting
Normal
First Response Time
13.9 ms
Total Response Time
13.9 ms
RGB Overshoot
0 RGB
Worst 10% First Response Time
19.8 ms
Worst 10% Total Response Time
19.8 ms
Worst 10% RGB Overshoot
0 RGB

Overdrive ModeFirst Response HeatmapTotal Response HeatmapRGB Overshoot Heatmap
NormalHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap
FastHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap
ExtremeHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap

not tested
Motion
CAD @ 120Hz
OD Transition 120Hz
N/A
Recommended Overdrive Setting
No 120Hz Refresh Rate
Avg. CAD
N/A
Best 10% CAD
N/A
Worst 10% CAD
N/A

This monitor doesn't support a 120Hz signal.

Motion
Response Time @ 120Hz
Recommended Overdrive Setting
No 120Hz Refresh Rate
First Response Time
N/A
Total Response Time
N/A
RGB Overshoot
N/A
Worst 10% First Response Time
N/A
Worst 10% Total Response Time
N/A
Worst 10% RGB Overshoot
N/A

This monitor doesn't support a 120Hz signal.

5.1
Motion
CAD @ 60Hz
OD Transition 60Hz
Recommended Overdrive Setting
Normal
Avg. CAD
359
Best 10% CAD
212
Worst 10% CAD
540

Overdrive ModeCAD HeatmapRT ChartPursuit Photo
NormalHeatmapChartPhoto
FastHeatmapChartPhoto
ExtremeHeatmapChartPhoto

The CAD at 60Hz is disappointing. Motion is blurry with the 'Normal' overdrive setting, and using the 'Fast' and 'Extreme' settings results in too much inverse ghosting.

Motion
Response Time @ 60Hz
Recommended Overdrive Setting
Normal
First Response Time
13.9 ms
Total Response Time
13.9 ms
RGB Overshoot
0 RGB
Worst 10% First Response Time
19.8 ms
Worst 10% Total Response Time
19.8 ms
Worst 10% RGB Overshoot
0 RGB

Overdrive ModeFirst Response HeatmapTotal Response HeatmapRGB Overshoot Heatmap
NormalHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap
FastHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap
ExtremeHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap

Motion
Backlight Strobing (BFI)
Backlight Strobing (BFI)
No BFI
Maximum Frequency
N/A
Minimum Frequency
N/A
Longest Pulse Width Brightness
N/A
Shortest Pulse Width Brightness
N/A
Pulse Width Control
No BFI
Pulse Phase Control
No BFI
Pulse Amplitude Control
No BFI
VRR At The Same Time
No BFI

This monitor has no optional backlight strobing feature to reduce persistence blur.

9.5
Motion
VRR Flicker
Dark Gray Flicker
0.4 RGB
Middle Gray Flicker
0.3 RGB
Light Gray Flicker
0.3 RGB

This monitor doesn't have any noticeable VRR flicker with changing frame rates, which is fantastic.

10
Motion
Image Flicker
Flicker-Free
Yes
PWM Dimming Frequency
0 Hz

This monitor has a flicker-free backlight, which helps reduce eye strain if you're sensitive to flicker.

Inputs
8.2
Inputs
Input Lag
Native Resolution @ Max Hz
9.0 ms
Native Resolution @ 120Hz
N/A
Native Resolution @ 60Hz
9.0 ms
Backlight Strobing (BFI)
N/A

This Dell S2722QC Monitor has low input lag, so you won't notice any delay and will get a responsive feel.

8.8
Inputs
Resolution
Native Resolution
3840 x 2160
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Megapixels
8.3 MP
Pixel Density
163 PPI
2.9
Inputs
PS5 Compatibility
4k @ 120Hz
No
4k @ 60Hz
Yes
1440p @ 120Hz
No
1440p @ 60Hz
Yes
1080p @ 120Hz
No
1080p @ 60Hz
Yes

This monitor has limited compatibility with the PS5, as it lacks HDMI 2.1 bandwidth to take full advantage of it.

4.5
Inputs
Xbox Series X|S Compatibility
4k @ 120Hz
No
4k @ 60Hz
Yes
1440p @ 120Hz
No
1440p @ 60Hz
Yes
1080p @ 120Hz
No
1080p @ 60Hz
Yes

This monitor has limited compatibility with the Xbox Series X|S, as it lacks HDMI 2.1 bandwidth to take full advantage of it. Keep in mind that the Xbox doesn't support HDR with 1080p or 1440p signals, so this isn't a limitation of the monitor.

Inputs
Inputs Photos
Inputs
Video And Audio Ports
DisplayPort
No
Mini DisplayPort
No
HDMI
2 (HDMI 2.0)
HDMI 2.1 Rated Speed
No HDMI 2.1
DVI
No
VGA
No
Daisy Chaining
No
3.5mm Audio Out
1
3.5mm Audio In
No
HDR10
Yes
3.5mm Microphone In
No

This monitor is limited to HDMI 2.0 bandwidth, and if you want an HDMI 2.1 monitor, check out the Dell G3223Q.

Inputs
USB
USB-A Ports
2
USB-A Rated Speed
5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
USB-B Upstream Port
No
USB-C Ports
1
USB-C Upstream
Yes
USB-C Rated Speed
5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
USB-C Power Delivery
65W
USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode
Yes
Thunderbolt
No

The USB-C input supports DisplayPort Alt Mode and power delivery, allowing you to charge compatible devices and display an image from them at the same time. You can also use the USB 3.0 inputs to charge devices. If you want something with more USB inputs, look into the Dell U2723QE.

Inputs
macOS Compatibility

This monitor works well with macOS. Scaling defaults to 1080p, but you can change it to 4k. The monitor supports both VRR and HDR properly on macOS. When using a MacBook, windows return to their original position when waking the laptop up from sleep.

There are widespread reports of flicker when using this monitor with M1 Macs. While we haven't been able to reproduce this issue with our unit, some users report that increasing the Contrast to '90' or higher fixes this issue.

Features
Features
Additional Features
Speakers
Yes
RGB Illumination
No
Multiple Input Display
PIP + PBP
KVM Switch
No

The monitor has a few extra features, including:

  • Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture: Displays the images from two inputs on the screen at the same time.
  • USB-C Prioritization: Toggle to enable either 4k @ 60Hz 10-bit color or high data speeds over USB-C.
  • Dark Stabilizer: Brightens darker scenes to assist in gaming.

Features
On-Screen Display (OSD)