BenQ SW272U
27″ · 4K IPS AdobeRGB · 60Hz
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
32″ 4K IPS Black · Thunderbolt 5
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
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPicture quality
Dell UltraSharp U3225QEColor accuracy and HDR performance
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE leads on color (92 vs 88).
Value for money
Dell UltraSharp U3225QESpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $1,199).
Score breakdown
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
- +Current panel tech
- +Strong factory calibration
- +Modern connectivity
- −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
- −HDR varies by model
- −OLED burn-in risk
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
- +Best text clarity in class
- +Thunderbolt 5 140 W PD
- +IPS Black 3000:1 contrast
- −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.
Which is better for picture quality, BenQ SW272U or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE? +
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — leads on color (92 vs 88). Color accuracy and HDR performance.
Which is the better value, BenQ SW272U or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE? +
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $1,199). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.