Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor vs LG UltraGear 27GP850-B
It is a toss-up, take the Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor. Neither one leads on more of the chart than the other: the Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub...
The Ruling
Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor or LG UltraGear 27GP850-B? It is a toss-up — take the Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor.
Neither one leads on more of the chart than the other: the Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor takes Screen Space, the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B takes Refresh Rate. With the trade even, $40 is the tiebreaker, and the Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor is the cheaper side of it.
Unless…
- You need refresh rate — get the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B.
At a Glance
Where each one actually leads
Every axis is scored out of 10 from the catalog specs below. The scores are relative to the products on this page, so a 10 means “best of these”, not “perfect”, and two identical columns mean the catalog genuinely cannot separate them. Axes the catalog holds no figure for on both sides are left off entirely rather than guessed at.
| Category | Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor | LG UltraGear 27GP850-B |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Space | 10/10 | 4.4/10 |
| Refresh Rate | 3.6/10 | 10/10 |
| Value | 10/10 | 8.9/10 |
The Split
What each one wins
Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor
Display option aimed at creator desks, gameplay viewing, and multi-purpose editing or streaming setups.
On paper the Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor takes resolution (4K). It gives up refresh rate to the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B. It is the cheaper of the two, by $40.00.
Leads on
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Resolution4K2560x1440
Higher resolution means more screen space for OBS, chat, and alerts.
LG UltraGear 27GP850-B
27-inch QHD Nano IPS gaming monitor with fast response and high refresh for fluid gameplay.
On paper the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B takes refresh rate (165Hz (180Hz OC), +105Hz). It gives up resolution to the Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor. That costs $40.00 more than the Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor.
Leads on
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Refresh Rate +105Hz165Hz (180Hz OC)60Hz
Higher refresh rate makes gameplay smoother on your gaming monitor.
Where they’re identical
One spec is the same on both of them, so none of it is part of the decision.
- Dimensions 27-inch
The Record
7 specs, grouped by area
A group is won by whoever takes more of its rows outright. Specs the catalog cannot rank are shown but never decide a group.
Bottom Line
Who each one is for
The Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor is the pick on the specs the catalog holds, but “better on paper” and “right for you” are different questions. Each case below names what the product is actually good at and who that suits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor and LG UltraGear 27GP850-B?
The largest gap is refresh rate, where the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B leads — 165Hz (180Hz OC) against 60Hz. Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 2 specs. They match on 1 spec, including dimensions. Two monitors from Dell and LG, each taking a different approach to color accuracy and screen real estate.
Which is better for streaming, Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor or LG UltraGear 27GP850-B?
It is a toss-up — take the Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor. Neither one leads on more of the chart than the other: the Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor takes Screen Space, the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B takes Refresh Rate. With the trade even, $40 is the tiebreaker, and the Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor is the cheaper side of it.
Is the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B worth the extra $40 over the Dell S2722QC 27" 4K USB-C Hub Monitor?
The LG UltraGear 27GP850-B costs $359.99 against $319.99, a difference of $40. The premium buys refresh rate (165Hz (180Hz OC)). Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.