Dell E2216H 21.5" Black 2015
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 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
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025
The ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27UCDMG is overwhelmingly praised as a top-tier gaming monitor, with users highlighting its stunning 4K QD-OLED picture quality, deep blacks, vibrant colors, and buttery-smooth 240Hz refresh rate. Verified buyers consistently call it the best monitor they've ever used, noting excellent build quality and responsiveness. Minor drawbacks include a glossy screen that can reflect light, potential text clarity issues due to the subpixel layout, and a lack of included VESA screws, but these are far outweighed by the exceptional gaming and media experience. The Neo Proximity Sensor and OLED Care features provide peace of mind against burn-in, making it a highly recommended investment for enthusiasts.
Pros
- Stunning 4K QD-OLED picture quality
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Buttery-smooth 240Hz refresh rate
- Excellent build quality
- Fast 0.03ms response time
Cons
- Glossy screen causes reflections
- Text clarity issues due to subpixel layout
- No VESA screws included
- VESA mount adds extra depth
- Neo Proximity Sensor unreliable at times
Scores
Specifications
| Dell E2216H 21.5" | ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 21.5" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | — | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | — | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | glossy | glossy |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | — | 240 Hz★ |
| Response Time | — | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | — | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | — | 450 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 99% DCI-P3, 145% sRGB |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | — | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | — | 1★ |
| Speakers | — | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | VESA compatible | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✓★ |
| Power | — | 80W★ |
| Weight | 2.84 kg★ | 7.44 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)
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong performance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong display (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 14 of 29 specs.
