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Apple Studio Display — 27″ 5K · Retina · Thunderbolt 3
Apple

Apple Studio Display

27″ 5K · Retina · Thunderbolt 3

87
/ 100
From $1,599
VS
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE wins by 3
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

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Studio Display lands at 87 and Dell UltraSharp U3225QE at 90. That puts Dell UltraSharp U3225QE ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Apple Studio Display if…

  • ✓Razor-sharp 218 ppi
  • ✓Great color out of the box
  • ✓Single-cable dock via TB3

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

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE leads on hdr (64 vs 60).

Value for money

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $1,599).

Apple Studio Display 87
vs
90 Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

Score breakdown

Apple Studio Display
87
color 92
motion 72
hdr 60
features 80
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
90
color 92
motion 70
hdr 64
features 94

Specs side-by-side

Apple Studio Display versus Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — full spec comparison
Spec Apple Studio Display Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS Black
Resolution
▲ 5120×2880
3840×2160
Refresh
60Hz
60Hz
Connectivity
Thunderbolt 3, 3× USB-C
TB5 140 W PD, HDMI, DP 2.1, USB hub

Apple Studio Display

Pros
  • +Razor-sharp 218 ppi
  • +Great color out of the box
  • +Single-cable dock via TB3
Cons
  • −60Hz only
  • −No HDR
  • −Webcam mediocre

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 Studio Display vs Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

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

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Apple Studio Display worth the price? +

At $1,599, Apple Studio Display delivers a Specdex score of 87 — 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 Studio Display 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 Studio Display or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE? +

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — leads on hdr (64 vs 60). Color accuracy and HDR performance.

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

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $1,599). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.