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Apple Pro Display XDR — 32″ · 6K Mini-LED XDR · 60Hz
Apple

Apple Pro Display XDR

32″ · 6K Mini-LED XDR · 60Hz

92
/ 100
From $4,999
VS
Apple Pro Display XDR wins by 1
Dell U3224KB — 32″ · 6K IPS Black · 60Hz
Dell

Dell U3224KB

32″ · 6K IPS Black · 60Hz

91
/ 100
From $2,999
Specdex verdict

Apple Pro Display XDR takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Pro Display XDR lands at 92 and Dell U3224KB at 91. That puts Apple Pro Display XDR ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Apple Pro Display XDR if…

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

Pick Dell U3224KB if…

  • ✓Current panel tech
  • ✓Strong factory calibration
  • ✓Modern connectivity
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Winner by scenario

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

Picture quality

Apple Pro Display XDR

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Apple Pro Display XDR leads on hdr (92 vs 62).

Value for money

Dell U3224KB

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Dell U3224KB more score per dollar ($2,999 vs $4,999).

Apple Pro Display XDR 92
vs
91 Dell U3224KB

Score breakdown

Apple Pro Display XDR
92
color 92
motion 72
hdr 92
features 90
Dell U3224KB
91
color 91
motion 72
hdr 62
features 89

Specs side-by-side

Apple Pro Display XDR versus Dell U3224KB — full spec comparison
Spec Apple Pro Display XDR Dell U3224KB
Panel
6K Mini-LED XDR
6K IPS Black
Size
32"
32"
Refresh
60Hz
60Hz
Release year
2019
2024

Apple Pro Display XDR

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 U3224KB

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

FAQ: Apple Pro Display XDR vs Dell U3224KB

Which is better, Apple Pro Display XDR or Dell U3224KB? +

Apple Pro Display XDR scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Apple Pro Display XDR worth the price? +

At $4,999, Apple Pro Display XDR delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in color.

Is Dell U3224KB worth the price? +

At $2,999, Dell U3224KB delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in color.

Does Apple Pro Display XDR or Dell U3224KB 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 better for picture quality, Apple Pro Display XDR or Dell U3224KB? +

Apple Pro Display XDR — leads on hdr (92 vs 62). Color accuracy and HDR performance.

Which is the better value, Apple Pro Display XDR or Dell U3224KB? +

Dell U3224KB — more score per dollar ($2,999 vs $4,999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.