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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 2
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — 32″ 4K IPS Black · Thunderbolt 5
Dell

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

32″ 4K IPS Black · Thunderbolt 5

90
/ 100
From $1,099
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 UltraSharp U3225QE at 90. That puts Apple Pro Display XDR ahead by 2 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 UltraSharp U3225QE if…

  • ✓Best text clarity in class
  • ✓Thunderbolt 5 140 W PD
  • ✓IPS Black 3000:1 contrast
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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 64).

Value for money

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $4,999).

Apple Pro Display XDR 92
vs
90 Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

Score breakdown

Apple Pro Display XDR
92
color 92
motion 72
hdr 92
features 90
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
90
color 92
motion 70
hdr 64
features 94

Specs side-by-side

Apple Pro Display XDR versus Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — full spec comparison
Spec Apple Pro Display XDR Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
Panel
6K Mini-LED XDR
IPS Black
Size
32"
—
Refresh
60Hz
60Hz
Release year
2019
—
Resolution
—
3840×2160
Connectivity
—
TB5 140 W PD, HDMI, DP 2.1, USB hub

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 UltraSharp U3225QE

Pros
  • +Best text clarity in class
  • +Thunderbolt 5 140 W PD
  • +IPS Black 3000:1 contrast
Cons
  • −60Hz only
  • −No HDR brilliance
  • −Color gamut not wide

FAQ: Apple Pro Display XDR vs Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

Which is better, Apple Pro Display XDR or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE? +

Apple Pro Display XDR scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. 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 UltraSharp U3225QE worth the price? +

At $1,099, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in features.

Does Apple Pro Display XDR or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 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 UltraSharp U3225QE? +

Apple Pro Display XDR — leads on hdr (92 vs 64). Color accuracy and HDR performance.

Which is the better value, Apple Pro Display XDR or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE? +

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $4,999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.