Dell S2722QC
27″ · 4K IPS · 60Hz
Dell U2724DE
27″ · QHD IPS Black
Dell U2724DE takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Dell S2722QC lands at 82 and Dell U2724DE at 86. That puts Dell U2724DE ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Dell S2722QC if…
- ✓Current panel tech
- ✓Strong factory calibration
- ✓Modern connectivity
Pick Dell U2724DE if…
- ✓Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
- ✓Modern connectivity
- ✓Mature firmware
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPicture quality
Dell U2724DEColor accuracy and HDR performance
Dell U2724DE leads on color (86 vs 82).
Value for money
Dell S2722QCSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Dell S2722QC more score per dollar ($399 vs $679).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Dell S2722QC | Dell U2724DE |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | 4K IPS | QHD IPS Black |
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Refresh | 60Hz | — |
| Release year | 2022 | 2024 |
Dell S2722QC
- +Current panel tech
- +Strong factory calibration
- +Modern connectivity
- −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
- −HDR varies by model
- −OLED burn-in risk
Dell U2724DE
- +Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
- +Modern connectivity
- +Mature firmware
- −Stand ergonomics vary
- −HDR on IPS limited
- −OLED burn-in risk
FAQ: Dell S2722QC vs Dell U2724DE
Which is better, Dell S2722QC or Dell U2724DE? +
Dell U2724DE scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Dell S2722QC worth the price? +
At $399, Dell S2722QC delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in color.
Is Dell U2724DE worth the price? +
At $679, Dell U2724DE delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in color.
Does Dell S2722QC or Dell U2724DE 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, Dell S2722QC or Dell U2724DE? +
Dell U2724DE — leads on color (86 vs 82). Color accuracy and HDR performance.
Which is the better value, Dell S2722QC or Dell U2724DE? +
Dell S2722QC — more score per dollar ($399 vs $679). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.