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Dell S2721DS 27" IPS Monitor QHD 2560x1440 75Hz - $258.60 ($240.43 via Student Purchase Program) Delivered @ Dell

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Dell S2721DS 27" IPS Monitor QHD 2560x1440 75Hz - $258.60 ($240.43 via Student Purchase Program) Delivered @ DellAffiliate
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tempting on 26/02/2024 - 10:35 dell.com (5527 clicks)
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This monitor is back with a decent deal. I snagged this one to upgrade from my 21" Dell as I do WFH and casually game, so would be a pretty nice upgrade!

Was popular at $262.80 3 months ago though not the cheapest it has been which was $249 2 years ago

Can bring it down to $240.43 Delivered by following these steps:

Step 1: Go to a Temp Mail website such as Cryptogmail and copy the email generated.
Step 2: Go to - Dell Student Purchase Program site and enter the temp mail email on the Dell form and submit.
Step 3: You should receive a success page and the coupon email will be sent within a few seconds to your temp mail page.

Courtasy of these posts:
Save 7% and 10% on Selected Products @ Dell Student Purchase Program
25.6% off RRP (Including UltraSharp, Professional Monitors) or 7% off Discounted Items via K-12 Program Coupons @ Dell

Thanks to Imbrog & BargainsGrabber in the comments for the real bargains!

EDIT: Added IPS panel type in title.

Computing 27inch Computer Peripheral Dell IPS Monitor LCD Monitor

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  • ReaperX22 on 26/02/2024 - 10:48
    +11

    Great price, reminder this it NOT the Type-C model just in case people are after it for work/laptop via Type C connectivity

    • thedondraper on 26/02/2024 - 11:12

      Any recommendations for USB-C version? With a bang for buck price. Thanks.

      • ReaperX22 on 26/02/2024 - 11:18
        +1

        S2722DC

        Just the type C version of this. Will cost you an extra hundred+ though.

      • khoa2812 on 26/02/2024 - 11:54
        +1

        Dell S2722QC
        + 4k IPS 60Hz. Brightness 350 cd/m2
        + Has USB-C with [Power Delivery 65W + DisplayPort 1.4]
        + Built-in 3W speakers
        + Base is fully adjustable: height / tilt / swivel / pivot
        + RTing 's Best Mid-Range Work Monitor 2024
        + Currently ~$456.5 on Dell website

        • ReaperX22 on 26/02/2024 - 15:06
          +2

          I own the QC, it's an amazing monitor for work use. Works great with Mac. Windows has the odd scaling issue, however. I use mine as a secondary screen though.

          If you're mostly in the Windows space, the S2722DC is probably better, no scaling issues, great PPI, and decent enough for some basic gaming too, and being 1440p is much easier to run than 4k IF you do want to do some casual gaming too.

        • candobetter on 26/02/2024 - 19:34

          This is an excellent monitor BUT beware, it has an issue with MacBook M2 machines. It may start flickering in Zoom and there is no way to calm it down. Once started flickering, it would do it for a day roughly regardless which other computers you connect it to. None of the tricks people suggest on internet works (ie. change to 60Hz, use HDMI instead USB-C, or vice-versa, use better cable, use docking station, use another port, restart, reboot, rewire - nothing helps!). After chatting with Dell support for a while turned out this monitor not compatible with M2. Full stop. I had to sell mine. But if you're on Window PC, or using older Macs, or perhaps not using Zoom, should be fine. An excellent monitor.

          • Greenback16 on 26/02/2024 - 20:56

            @candobetter: Okay with M1 though?

            • candobetter on 28/02/2024 - 21:42

              @Greenback16: I used it for a year with Intel based mac with no issues, then jumped to M2 directly, haven't tried M1.

          • vongole83 on 26/02/2024 - 23:28
            +2

            @candobetter: Yep it's ridiculous that some Dell monitors are not Mac compatible. I had the same thing with a 32" model. Managed to get Dell to give me a full refund though - I argued it was not mentioned anywhere on their website or in their documentation.

          • marcoakis on 27/02/2024 - 09:14

            @candobetter: Is this issue just with Zoom or does it happen with other applications?

            • candobetter on 28/02/2024 - 21:41
              +1

              @marcoakis: It was happening in Zoom only. It took a few weeks to realise that. It worked fine with any other application I had. It was a monitor to WFH so can't say for graphical/gaming stuff.

      • usmanhafeez2000 on 26/02/2024 - 17:02
        -2

        Just get a good quality hdmi to type C connector and you would be good.

        • Decollete on 27/02/2024 - 10:38
          +2

          Would it be able to draw power though?

          The main appeal of a USB-C monitor for me is that it can power the device, connect mouse, keyboard and display (and network cable) all on the same cable.

      • realJuliusCaesar on 26/02/2024 - 20:54
        +2

        I'm happy with my Samsung S6U 32in. It's larger, and has 90W charging instead of 65W. Good value, widely available for $349 (RRP $599).

      • x x on 26/02/2024 - 21:59

        S2722QC is higher res. Compare both S2722DC vs S2722QC :
        https://www.displaydb.com/compare/dell-s2722dc/dell-s2722qc

      • WT on 27/02/2024 - 12:48

        you can get usb and ethernet splitters/hubs for 15 on amazon

        • luvyrselfish on 27/02/2024 - 21:37

          That's what I thought as well, especially I've already got one hub. So, could I just purchase this one to be used with a Cygnett Hub instead of paying 100+ extra for the one with USB-C?

    • kev98 on 26/02/2024 - 16:50

      If you have a dock does it remove the need for type C monitor?

      • Droz on 27/02/2024 - 22:08

        It depends - how many monitors will you be running?

    • luvyrselfish on 27/02/2024 - 21:30

      Would an adaptor work for HDMI to type C? I have a Macbook and a Cygnett USB hub marked with 4k@30HZ, BC1.2 etc, wondering if it'd work with monitors without a type C, as I've not been using the Cygnett for a long time, forgot how it's supposed to be working

      • Droz on 27/02/2024 - 22:11

        Which Macbook? The Air and non-pro Macbook Pro M1s work with USB-C to HDMI cables, but if you're planning on running more than one monitor, the extra monitor will only run in mirror mode, as M1s (non-Max and Ultra) only support one external monitor.

        For more monitors you'd need a DisplayLink adaptor, which emulates another screen (they work really well, by the way).

        What exactly are you trying to accomplish?

        • luvyrselfish on 28/02/2024 - 06:27

          Macbook Air,1 external monitor's fine.

      • CandyMan on 28/02/2024 - 17:54

        Would a 4k@30 hz hub run 2k @ 60 hz?

  • janoski on 26/02/2024 - 10:51
    +3

    I have had two for the past 2 years and they have been awesome for my home office, would recommend for a great budget monitor.

  • Imbrog on 26/02/2024 - 10:53
    +5

    Incredible price for a great budget monitor, especially with the student discount of 7% taking it down to $240.43

    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/810536

    I've been using this monitor for a couple of years for WFH and I just bought another one a couple of days ago

    • Wheels08 on 26/02/2024 - 11:03

      Anyone have access to a 7% discount they won't be using? That method doesn't work anymore unless you have access to a .edu email address.

      • BargainsGrabber on 26/02/2024 - 11:08
        +1

        It still works

        Click through the link in the link above, and instead of using a .edu, try the cryptogmail instead

        • Wheels08 on 26/02/2024 - 11:17
          +2

          That worked. Thank you very much for your assistance, it was very easy after your help.

          Cheers.

    • theguwithnoname on 26/02/2024 - 11:18
      +1

      Tried this but didn't end up receiving any codes. Oh well.

      Edit: received the code but it took a little while

  • IrisKyd on 26/02/2024 - 11:00

    Just being curious. Why I’m seeing $259.6 on my side. Anyone seeing the same price?

    • Imbrog on 26/02/2024 - 11:02
      +2

      Adding to cart takes off another $1, for some reason

  • 89tnp on 26/02/2024 - 11:03

    Got one thanks

    • 89tnp on 26/02/2024 - 14:10

      Fek. Missed the student discount hack

      • 89tnp on 26/02/2024 - 14:26
        +2

        Someone revoke my ozb license. I'm not worthy

  • XeKToReX on 26/02/2024 - 11:03
    +1

    Been running one for over a year at work now, well worth the price! 75hz is actually a reasonable upgrade when comparing it to my 60hz second monitor..

    • Averell on 26/02/2024 - 12:54

      Are you using it for gaming?
      I have a 60Hz and a 144Hz, couldn't see the difference.

      • XeKToReX on 26/02/2024 - 14:23
        +2

        Nah, I have a 165hz display at home I use for gaming, playing at 60hz feels like a slideshow after this many years.

      • CheapWrangler on 26/02/2024 - 16:10
        +3

        Yes you can, immediately.

        Make sure you're actually displaying 144hz

    • WT on 27/02/2024 - 12:51

      some monitors you can force them to run higher refresh rate.

      Some will overclock 20hz or more but a budget one may not OC much to notice

  • DoUKnowTheMuffinMan on 26/02/2024 - 11:06
    -1

    Any tax experts here?
    Could I get three of these and write them off as WFH deduction

    • NonSense on 26/02/2024 - 11:12
      -2

      Not an expert but I think you buy them one each order, total invoice amount on each invoice would be less than 300

      • DoUKnowTheMuffinMan on 26/02/2024 - 11:32

        Are you saying that I couldnt purchase 3x in the same order to claim the deduction?

      • plmko on 26/02/2024 - 11:36
        +1

        That would be wrong. Look it up for more info.

  • deanylev on 26/02/2024 - 11:07
    +2

    Worth mentioning IPS in the title, I assumed VA at this price :)

    • theguwithnoname on 26/02/2024 - 11:16
      +1

      This. Freaked out a little after ordering because I forgot to check haha

  • thedondraper on 26/02/2024 - 11:12

    What’s the recommendation for USBC monitor in a similar range?

    • Greenback16 on 26/02/2024 - 20:57

      Also interested in this

  • Nickelback on 26/02/2024 - 11:27

    Can someone please comment on how this holds up for Wfh usage in terms of apps like Power BI, Excel, dbeaver (or coding)? I've never used a resolution of 2560 x 1440 before. So not sure how these applications would look visually. Currently on FHD setup.

    • vrsac on 26/02/2024 - 11:40
      +5

      qHD is ideal for office use (eg. Excel) as no scaling is required. Text is readable perfectly fine, where on the same sized 4k monitor it would have to be scaled up.
      I've been using those monitors since 2020 and am very happy with them. Great value for money (have 2)

      • janoski on 26/02/2024 - 11:42

        100% agree, my at the office monitors are 1080p and when I come home to my home office setup it is quite the difference, particularly when working on spreadsheets and viso diagrams

        • Dose Pipe Sutututu on 27/02/2024 - 07:31

          Should try on 1440, you have more vertical height so you don't need to scroll as much.

      • Nickelback on 26/02/2024 - 12:23

        Thanks. I have a 32 inch FHD which my company handed out during 2020 lockdowns. I hated it as everything just felt too zoomed in with the native resolution.

    • Hello22 on 26/02/2024 - 11:46
      +1

      I have two SE2723DS monitors (same as this monitor but 2023 refresh). I use them WFH and I love them, mostly spreadsheets no coding. Image quality is sharp and clear, definite upgrade from a 24" 1080p monitor.

    • zxcvb on 26/02/2024 - 11:48
      +1

      I use the same monitors without the height adjustable stand from 2 years ago for very similar office wfh usage and they are simply brilliant at 2k. Just go for it. I would but have too many monitors.

    • ONEMariachi on 26/02/2024 - 13:55
      -1

      Please provide a link?

        • ONEMariachi on 26/02/2024 - 15:12
          +3

          Kogan monitors are not even remotely in the same league as Dells. Something having the same specs on paper do not make them equivalents.

          • kungfuman on 26/02/2024 - 16:47
            -7

            @ONEMariachi: as I said similar speced monitor cheaper. and when you dealing with 1440p at only 75hz at this price point brand is irrelevant cheap monitors are all the same.

            • ONEMariachi on 26/02/2024 - 17:45
              +1

              @kungfuman: Yeah I don’t think you understand this space well enough to be recommending anything. They’re definitely not all the same, not even close. But carry on thinking what you want.

              • kungfuman on 26/02/2024 - 17:48
                -6

                @ONEMariachi: i understand the space alright cheap monitors have no difference in quality they are all rubbish you pay for what you get. no matter the brand at this price point. its different when you start going 500+or 1000+ monitors then it differs alot.

                • ONEMariachi on 26/02/2024 - 17:54
                  +1

                  @kungfuman: It’s only cheap because it’s a screen that came out in 2020. That has zero bearing on its quality.
                  Kogan screens are well known wastes of time. Dell screens are significantly higher quality.

                  You 100% do not understand what you are talking about.

                  • kungfuman on 26/02/2024 - 18:05
                    -7

                    @ONEMariachi: and you have evidence that Dell is giving you a high-quality screen in these monitors compared to the kogan version? have you looked to see what they are puting in the kogan? The very notion you said high quality screen at this price point means you don't know shit about displays. High quality at this price point? you must be joking.

                    • ONEMariachi on 26/02/2024 - 18:55

                      @kungfuman: You have evidence they’re the same? You don’t get to come and make a claim and shift the burden of evidence on others my little intellectually stunted friend.

                      Your entire argument is based upon a price point. Like that means anything. Especially as the Dells were released at your mythical made up $500 point you invented as being a quality threshold.

                      Price has zero bearing on quality. This isn’t 1952 anymore. Price is based entirely on what the market will pay. The end.

                      • kungfuman on 26/02/2024 - 19:25
                        -7

                        @ONEMariachi: You show me your evidence first. Instead of avoiding it.

                        • ONEMariachi on 26/02/2024 - 21:18

                          @kungfuman: You made the claim first. You first. You stop avoiding it. Derp derp.

                          • kungfuman on 26/02/2024 - 21:49
                            -4

                            @ONEMariachi: You show me your evidence and I will show u mine I asked first but of course if you're full of shit and can't provide any evidence, well then it's just hot air.

                            • ONEMariachi on 27/02/2024 - 00:16

                              @kungfuman: You made the initial claim. Until you provide evidence your claim is invalid. I can do nothing, and that fact does not change. I can just sit here never doing a thing. And your claim will forever be invalid. I know this concept is hard for you to grasp. One day when you grow up you might understand it.

                              • kungfuman on 27/02/2024 - 08:21
                                -4

                                @ONEMariachi: and there we have it you have nothing as I suspected full of shit.

  • lawyerz on 26/02/2024 - 11:53

    excellent monitor for working.

  • yotis on 26/02/2024 - 12:17
    +2

    Great monitors at the price, have been running 2 x S2721QS as WFH.

    Keep in mind that you may run into the dreaded blinking 59.940Hz issue. One of mine started to do this recently but out of warranty now. For me I just need to goto advance properties and change it back to 60Hz and all good again till the next time it changes again for unknown reason.

    • cosjav on 26/02/2024 - 16:18

      I'm having some issues where every half hour or so the monitor goes black for a second and then comes good again but its remaining at 74.971 Hz and my refresh rate options are shown in this pic.
      I thought it was because of my dock but now you got me thinking its the monitors…

  • Droz on 26/02/2024 - 13:28

    Do these have good colour reproduction? If not, does anyone know which monitor series would be most suitable for colour grading videos and graphic design and whatnot?

    • JimB on 26/02/2024 - 14:45

      Colour looks fine to me however I don't need it to colour grading videos or graphic design.

      For $250, I'd say definitely. not

    • TightLikeThisx on 26/02/2024 - 17:38
      +1

      Apparently yes once calibrated but not sure if it is good for professional work. Maybe compare to monitors made for this specific purpose on the website:

      https://www.rtings.com/monitor/reviews/dell/s2721d#test_1468

      • Droz on 26/02/2024 - 21:23
        +1

        Thanks for this, lots to process

    • softwhite on 27/02/2024 - 11:33

      Designer here. I have a 3 monitor setup, with 2 of these on the sides, and a s2721dgf in the centre. The colour is mostly fine on these.

  • Greenback16 on 26/02/2024 - 14:00

    Is this a good budget monitor for mainly working, but also some PS4 too?

  • BaarOzGain on 26/02/2024 - 14:28

    I am after the 4k version if there will be one currently have a QHD and a 4k not matched. Had no issues with them over the last 3 years

  • hothed on 26/02/2024 - 14:30

    Can you use these for 2x 27 inch displays without a dock?

    Or should I just get an external dock?

    • John Kimble on 26/02/2024 - 14:50

      A dongle/hub could work…

    • mc11 on 26/02/2024 - 15:37

      yes of course - if your PC can output it

  • JimB on 26/02/2024 - 14:47
    +1

    Thanks, just bought 3 with the .edu discount.

    For some reason, if I'd bought in 3 separate transactions, I'd save a $1 a monitor.

    Solid monitors.

    27" and QHD is the sweet spot.

  • tempting on 26/02/2024 - 15:34

    An alternative to this one would be the Philips 275E1S.

    Spec wise look near identical. 27", QHD, 75hz, IPS panel.

    $199 + Delivery

    Looks like many vendors have a sale for this model until 29-Feb.
    Mwave
    MSY
    CentreCom
    Scorptec
    Computer Alliance
    PLE Computers

    • rqz on 26/02/2024 - 16:21

      Which one is better?

    • calvink on 26/02/2024 - 16:34
      +3

      For $50 dollar more, Dell one seems to offer better spec and warranty:

      Dell and Philips support Tilt:
      Tilt Angle- 5°/+21°,

      Only Dell support Swivel and Hight Adjustments:
      Swivel Angle -30°/+30°, Rotation Angle -90°/+90°, Height Adjustment 110 mm

      Brightness : Dell seems to do better with 350cd/m2 vs Philips 250 cd/m2

      Dell also offer premium panel exchange which means you can get in touch with support team for replacement if you ever notice a bright spot on a monitor that won't go away.
      https://www.dell.com/learn/us/en/04/campaigns/dell-premium-p…

      • rqz on 26/02/2024 - 17:09
        +2

        Thanks!

  • Ozb101 on 26/02/2024 - 18:00

    I currently have 2 BenQ gw2270 monitors. Keeping in mind my limited monitor knowledge, is this monitor a massive upgrade.

    Also i like having 2 monitors, will getting 2 of these dells be too big

    Thanks in advance

    • JimB on 27/02/2024 - 04:53

      Depends on how big your desk is :)

      3 x 27” is perfect.

      I only have room for 2. Not to mention my PC can’t run 3 of these anyway.

  • hothed on 26/02/2024 - 19:37

    Thanks OP. Bought 4.

    2 for the Mrs.

    To replace my U2311H that i bought from a deal in Ozbargain in 2011!! Just started to develop a very faint band on one of the screens about 6 months ago.

  • Homr on 26/02/2024 - 20:09
    +4

    Just a reminder, this monitor only does 75hz on DP. HDMI will only do 60hz

    • John Kimble on 26/02/2024 - 20:28

      TIL

    • Barney094 on 26/02/2024 - 20:57

      What about connecting to a dock using a display port > HDMI adapter?

    • oxonomo on 03/03/2024 - 14:21

      Hey,
      Does this monitor only get 75hz if you use DP? Usually dockstations only have one DP port.
      Can you recommend a dockstation with two DP ports?

    • CandyMan on 03/03/2024 - 16:51

      Would DP to HDMI cable/adaptor do 75hz?

  • frugalftw on 26/02/2024 - 20:22

    Sweet deal. Waiting for dell portable monitors to come down in price.

  • umoddbro on 26/02/2024 - 20:52

    I have a S2721DGF which is sadly discontinued, will this be ok to use as a dual setup with it (only for media use) or will it cause problems given that its 165hz and this is 75hz.

  • Greenback16 on 26/02/2024 - 21:01

    Can someone pls explain the difference between the USBC 4K one and this one? For my uses it would be connected as an external monitor with an M1 Macbook Air for university studies (lots of flashcards) and some light PS4 gaming. Which one would be better? THanks

    • Droz on 26/02/2024 - 21:33

      4k (2160p) vs this one's 1440p.

      PS4 Can't output 4k, can it?

      M1 Air can. the 4k USB-C one would need only a single cable to receive video, whilst powering your laptop (with a compatible cable).

      4k is always better, but if you can live without the USB-C stuff, you can save a bunch of money on the cheaper 4k.

      And the even cheaper 1440p.

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