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AOC 27G4X vs Dell C1422H: Comparison
AOC 27G4X vs Dell C1422H: the refresh rate difference
Start with refresh rate, because it is the widest measured gap between them: AOC 27G4X 180 Hz against Dell C1422H 60 Hz, 67% in favour of AOC 27G4X. Screen size runs the same way, 27 in on the AOC 27G4X versus 14 in on the Dell C1422H, another win for AOC 27G4X. Response time is closer, 1 ms on the AOC 27G4X versus 8ms on the Dell C1422H. There is a split on hdr support as well, Yes on the AOC 27G4X versus No on the Dell C1422H. Adaptive sync is not the same on both, Adaptive-Sync, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible on the AOC 27G4X versus None on the Dell C1422H. There is a split on color gamut as well, 128.3% sRGB, 95.5% DCI-P3 on the AOC 27G4X versus 45% NTSC on the Dell C1422H.
AOC 27G4X vs Dell C1422H: which one fits your build
The AOC 27G4X suits extreme budget-conscious gamers and first-time QHD high-refresh upgraders, though it is not built for buyers wanting real HDR contrast and anyone wanting a fully adjustable stand. The Dell C1422H is the one to take for Dell laptop owners wanting matching build and warranty and business travelers prioritizing brightness for bright rooms, though it is the wrong buy for photo or video editors needing wide color gamut and anyone wanting touch input. Our rating of the AOC 27G4X (7.6/10): an aggressively priced high-refresh QHD monitor that delivers solid core gaming performance without extra frills. Our rating of the Dell C1422H (7/10): A bright, well-supported 14-inch portable monitor let down only by its narrower color gamut.
What AOC 27G4X and Dell C1422H have in common
Everything else lines up. Resolution, native resolution, panel type, aspect ratio and curved read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Type
- AOC 27G4X
- IPS
- Dell C1422H
- IPS
Brand
- AOC 27G4X
- AOC
- Dell C1422H
- Dell
Model Number
- AOC 27G4X
- 27G4X
- Dell C1422H
- C1422H
Screen Size
- AOC 27G4X
- 27 inBest
- Dell C1422H
- 14 in-48%
Resolution
- AOC 27G4X
- 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
- Dell C1422H
- 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Aspect Ratio
- AOC 27G4X
- 16:9
- Dell C1422H
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- AOC 27G4X
- 180 HzBest
- Dell C1422H
- 60 Hz-67%
Response Time
- AOC 27G4X
- 1 msBest
- Dell C1422H
- 8ms (GtG)
Adaptive Sync
- AOC 27G4X
- Adaptive-Sync, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible
- Dell C1422H
- None
HDR Support
- AOC 27G4X
- Yes
- Dell C1422H
- No
Curved
- AOC 27G4X
- No
- Dell C1422H
- No
Native Resolution
- AOC 27G4X
- 1920x1080
- Dell C1422H
- 1920x1080
Series
- AOC 27G4X
- AOC Gaming 27G4X
- Dell C1422H
- Dell Portable Monitor C1422H
Color Gamut
- AOC 27G4X
- 128.3% sRGB, 95.5% DCI-P3
- Dell C1422H
- 45% NTSC (standard gamut)
Which one should you pick?
Choose AOC 27G4X if you want the higher screen size (27 in vs 14 in), the higher refresh rate (180 Hz vs 60 Hz) and the lower response time (1 ms vs 8ms (GtG)).
Choose Dell C1422H if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Verdict
AOC 27G4X
7.6 / 10 Expert Rating
An aggressively priced high-refresh QHD monitor that delivers solid core gaming performance without extra frills.
Dell C1422H
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A bright, well-supported 14-inch portable monitor let down only by its narrower color gamut.