Dell has just unveiled two new business-oriented UltraSharp displays that use LG's latest version of its IPS LCD panel technology called IPS Black. Thanks to this panel tech, the Dell UltraSharp U2725QE and U3225QE boast native contrast ratios of 3,000:1, which is triple what a typical IPS panel provides and 50% higher than previous generation IPS Black panels. This brings a new level of depth and richness to their image that means even though they're not really meant as such, these could be tempting Dell gaming monitor options for some buyers. With the explosion in popularity of OLED gaming monitors, it's no surprise that when we asked Dell at the unveiling of its new UltraSharp displays whether the new IPS Black panels were intended for gaming, they said they weren't as such. However, while OLED is clearly the best gaming monitor choice for purely gaming, there are still several reasons why many buyers might want to stick with an LCD screen, and given these new displays can hit 120Hz while delivering their stunning 3,000:1 contrast, these could be the ideal choice for some. Continue reading These new IPS Black Dell monitors make us want to turn our backs on OLED