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HP Z27k G3 — 27″ · 4K IPS · 60Hz
HP

HP Z27k G3

27″ · 4K IPS · 60Hz

82
/ 100
From $999
VS
HP Z27k G3 wins by 2
Dell S3422DWG — 34″ · VA 144Hz curved
Dell

Dell S3422DWG

34″ · VA 144Hz curved

80
/ 100
From $499
Specdex verdict

HP Z27k G3 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, HP Z27k G3 lands at 82 and Dell S3422DWG at 80. That puts HP Z27k G3 ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick HP Z27k G3 if…

  • ✓Current panel tech
  • ✓Strong factory calibration
  • ✓Modern connectivity

Pick Dell S3422DWG if…

  • ✓Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
  • ✓Modern connectivity
  • ✓Mature firmware
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Tie

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Dell S3422DWG

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Dell S3422DWG more score per dollar ($499 vs $999).

HP Z27k G3 82
vs
80 Dell S3422DWG

Score breakdown

HP Z27k G3
82
color 82
motion 72
hdr 62
features 80
Dell S3422DWG
80
color 80
motion 90
hdr 62
features 78

Specs side-by-side

HP Z27k G3 versus Dell S3422DWG — full spec comparison
Spec HP Z27k G3 Dell S3422DWG
Panel
4K IPS
VA 144Hz curved
Size
27"
34"
Refresh
60Hz
—
Release year
2021
2021

HP Z27k G3

Pros
  • +Current panel tech
  • +Strong factory calibration
  • +Modern connectivity
Cons
  • −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
  • −HDR varies by model
  • −OLED burn-in risk

Dell S3422DWG

Pros
  • +Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
  • +Modern connectivity
  • +Mature firmware
Cons
  • −Stand ergonomics vary
  • −HDR on IPS limited
  • −OLED burn-in risk

FAQ: HP Z27k G3 vs Dell S3422DWG

Which is better, HP Z27k G3 or Dell S3422DWG? +

HP Z27k G3 scores 82 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is HP Z27k G3 worth the price? +

At $999, HP Z27k G3 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in color.

Is Dell S3422DWG worth the price? +

At $499, Dell S3422DWG delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in motion.

Does HP Z27k G3 or Dell S3422DWG last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, HP Z27k G3 or Dell S3422DWG? +

Dell S3422DWG — more score per dollar ($499 vs $999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.