
Asus VG249QL3A
Score: 84/100
Dell S2725QS
Score: 84/100Rankings

The ASUS TUF Gaming VG249QL3A is a 23.8-inch IPS monitor excelling with a 180 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response, delivering top-tier gaming performance. Its trade-offs include lack of HDR and modest contrast, as well as relatively heavy build. Ideal for competitive esports players who prioritize speed and color accuracy.

The Dell S2725QS is a 27-inch 4K IPS monitor offering vibrant 99% sRGB colors, 120 Hz refresh and HDMI 2.1 for smooth gaming and content creation. Its modest 1500:1 contrast and lack of a USB hub reduce HDR performance and connectivity convenience. Best suited for productivity users and casual gamers who value color accuracy and high refresh rates.
| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
23.8 inches | 27 inchesbest | |
180 Hzbest | 120 Hz | |
350 nits | 383 nitsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 ms | 0.03 msbest |
1,000 | 1,500best | |
3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
99 %best | 99 %best | |
| ↓ lower better | 5.4 kgbest | 6.47 kg |
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| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Response Time (ms) | 1 ms | 0.03 ms |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Display(5) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 23.8 inches | 27 inches |
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840x2160 |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 180 Hz | 120 Hz |
Brightness (nits) | 350 nits | 383 nits |
Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 | 1500 |
Audio(1) | ||
Speaker Power (W) | 2 W | 5 W |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (with stand) (kg) | 5.4 kg | 6.47 kg |


Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).

Professional reviewers have not published detailed analyses, but ASUS markets the VG249QL3A as a fast-IPS gaming monitor that excels with its 180 Hz refresh, ELMB, and FreeSync Premium, emphasizing smooth performance and accurate colors.

Professional reviewers commend the Dell S2725QS for its aggressive price, bright 4K panel, 99% sRGB coverage and 9.8/10 post-calibration accuracy, noting the 120 Hz refresh and HDMI 2.1 as solid gaming upgrades. However, they criticize its modest contrast, lack of local dimming, HDR weakness and slower pixel response compared with dedicated gaming IPS panels, and point out the missing USB hub.
Everyday users echo the experts, praising the crisp 4K image, accurate colors out of the box and smoother 120 Hz gaming over older Dell models. Recurring complaints focus on gray-ish blacks in dark rooms, noticeable motion blur in fast games, and glare when the monitor is placed in bright lighting.
