Dell S2722QC
27″ · 4K IPS · 60Hz
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
32″ 4K IPS Black · Thunderbolt 5
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Dell S2722QC lands at 82 and Dell UltraSharp U3225QE at 90. That puts Dell UltraSharp U3225QE ahead by 8 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Dell S2722QC 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 82).
Value for money
Dell S2722QCSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Dell S2722QC more score per dollar ($399 vs $1,099).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Dell S2722QC | Dell UltraSharp U3225QE |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | 4K IPS | IPS Black |
| Size | 27" | — |
| Refresh | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Release year | 2022 | — |
| Resolution | — | 3840×2160 |
| Connectivity | — | TB5 140 W PD, HDMI, DP 2.1, USB hub |
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 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: Dell S2722QC vs Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
Which is better, Dell S2722QC or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE? +
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 8. 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 UltraSharp U3225QE worth the price? +
At $1,099, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in features.
Does Dell S2722QC 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, Dell S2722QC or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE? +
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — leads on color (92 vs 82). Color accuracy and HDR performance.
Which is the better value, Dell S2722QC or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE? +
Dell S2722QC — more score per dollar ($399 vs $1,099). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.