LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL vs Dell UltraSharp U3818DW
LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL
2017 · $1,299 today
7345
Dell UltraSharp U3818DW
2018 · $749 today
7853
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL is better
- Resolution: 5120 x 2880 (5K) vs 3840 x 1600(2.4× more)
- Peak Brightness: 500 nits vs 300 nits(1.7× more)
Why Dell UltraSharp U3818DW is better
- Response Time: 5ms GtG vs 14ms GtG(2.8× less)
- Screen Size: 37.5" (21:9) vs 27"(39% more)
Verdict
Dell UltraSharp U3818DW leads outright in 4 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL | Dell UltraSharp U3818DW |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 27" | 37.5" (21:9)● |
| Resolution | 5120 x 2880 (5K)● | 3840 x 1600 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS, curved |
| Peak Brightness | 500 nits● | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% P3 | 99% sRGB |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Response Time | 14ms GtG | 5ms GtG● |
| HDR Support | No | No |
| Connectivity | ||
| Ports | 1x Thunderbolt 3 (85W PD) | USB-C (90W PD), DisplayPort, HDMI |
| USB Hub | USB-C x3 | USB 3.0 x5 |
| Speakers | Yes, stereo + webcam + mic | Yes, 9W stereo |