Dell E2216H 21.5" Black 2015
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
Dell E2216H 21.5" Black 2015
The Dell monitor is generally well-received for office use, with users praising its value, screen size, and fast delivery. However, there are notable issues: a few units arrived with a damaged screen or were refurbished instead of new, and the lack of an HDMI input and ergonomic stand are common drawbacks. The inclusion of a DisplayPort is a pro for some, but a con for others expecting different ports.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Fast delivery
- Good screen size for work
- Full HD picture quality
- Wide viewing angles
Cons
- Missing HDMI input
- No ergonomic stand with height/swivel
- Some units arrived with damaged screen
- Product listed as new but sent refurbished
- DisplayPort not popular on newer boards
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
The LG UltraGear 27-inch OLED gaming monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning OLED picture quality, incredibly high 480Hz refresh rate, and ultra-fast 0.03ms response time. Users describe it as a game-changer for competitive gaming, offering fluid motion and deep blacks. Common drawbacks include the high price, the need for a powerful GPU to reach 480Hz, and the lack of built-in speakers. Overall, it is highly recommended for serious gamers who can afford the premium.
Pros
- Stunning OLED picture quality
- Incredibly smooth 480Hz refresh rate
- Ultra-fast 0.03ms response time
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Solid build and ergonomic stand
Cons
- High price point
- Requires powerful GPU for 480Hz
- No built-in speakers
- SDR brightness lower than LCD rivals
- Potential burn-in risk with OLED
Scores
Specifications
| Dell E2216H 21.5" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 21.5" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | — | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | — | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | glossy | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | — | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | — | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | — | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | — | 275 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | — | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | — | 3★ |
| Speakers | — | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | VESA compatible | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 2.84 kg★ | 9.30 kg |
Pros & Cons
Dell E2216H 21.5" Black 2015
- Strong social proof (75th percentile)
- Strong portability (69th percentile)
- Below average display (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average color (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025 offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 28 specs.
