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
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.
- Low input lag.
- VRR support.
- Limited to 60Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.0 bandwidth.
- Mediocre contrast ratio.
- Blurry motion due to slow response time.
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.
- Low input lag.
- Sharp text and image clarity.
- Limited to 60Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.0 bandwidth.
- Mediocre contrast ratio.
- Blurry motion due to slow response time.
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.
- Fantastic ergonomics.
- USB-C input with DisplayPort Alt Mode.
- Bright enough to fight glare.
- Sharp text and image clarity.
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.
- Wide viewing angles.
- Fantastic ergonomics.
- USB-C input with DisplayPort Alt Mode.
- Bright enough to fight glare.
- Sharp text and image clarity.
- Lacks sRGB mode; needs full calibration.
- Mediocre contrast ratio.
- No local dimming.
The Dell S2722QC has decent brightness. It gets bright enough to fight glare, but highlights don't pop in HDR.
- Bright enough to fight glare.
- Highlights don't pop in HDR.
The Dell S2722QC has a poor response time, so motion looks blurry and has smearing.
- Blurry motion due to slow response time.
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.
- Mediocre contrast ratio.
- No local dimming.
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.
- Displays wide range of colors.
- Mediocre contrast ratio.
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.
- Good gray uniformity.
- Lacks sRGB mode; needs full calibration.
Performance Usages
Changelog
- Updated Nov 10, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.1.1. We removed the Vertical Viewing Angle test.
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Updated Sep 12, 2025:
Added in the Popular Monitor Comparisons section that the Dell S2725QC is an updated version with newer features.
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Updated Jul 23, 2025:
We updated text throughout to match the new and updated tests with Test Bench 2.1, including in the Verdict section.
- Updated Jul 21, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.1. This includes new tests for Direct Reflections, Ambient Black Level Raise, and Total Reflected Light. You can see all the changes in the changelog.
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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.
Popular Monitor Comparisons
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. You can also consider the newer Dell S2725QC if you want an updated model with a higher 120Hz refresh rate for a smoother feel.
See our recommendations for the best 4k monitors, the best work monitors, and the best monitors under $500.
The Dell S2725QC is an updated version of the Dell S2722QC. The S2725QC comes with a higher 120Hz refresh rate for a smoother feel and HDMI 2.1 bandwidth for better compatibility with modern graphics cards and gaming consoles. The picture quality is similar between them, but the S2725QC also comes with an sRGB mode for more accurate out-of-the-box colors than the S2722QC. The S2722QC still has some advantages, like the fact that it has an audio jack, and it feels better built than the S2725QC.
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. 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.
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.
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 is slightly more versatile for gaming because it supports VRR.
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