BenQ
BenQ SW272U
27″ · 4K IPS AdobeRGB · 60Hz
88
/ 100
From $1,199
VS
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE wins by 2
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, BenQ SW272U lands at 88 and Dell UltraSharp U3225QE at 90. That puts Dell UltraSharp U3225QE ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick BenQ SW272U 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
BenQ SW272U 88
vs 90 Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
Score breakdown
BenQ SW272U
88 color 88
motion 72
hdr 62
features 86
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
90 color 92
motion 70
hdr 64
features 94
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | BenQ SW272U | Dell UltraSharp U3225QE |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | 4K IPS AdobeRGB | IPS Black |
| Size | 27" | — |
| Refresh | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| Resolution | — | 3840×2160 |
| Connectivity | — | TB5 140 W PD, HDMI, DP 2.1, USB hub |
BenQ SW272U
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: BenQ SW272U vs Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
Which is better, BenQ SW272U or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE? +
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is BenQ SW272U worth the price? +
At $1,199, BenQ SW272U delivers a Specdex score of 88 — 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 BenQ SW272U 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.