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Dell U3224KB — 32″ · 6K IPS Black · 60Hz
Dell

Dell U3224KB

32″ · 6K IPS Black · 60Hz

91
/ 100
From $2,999
VS
Dell U3224KB wins by 1
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 U3224KB takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Dell U3224KB lands at 91 and Dell UltraSharp U3225QE at 90. That puts Dell U3224KB ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Dell U3224KB 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
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Tie

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $2,999).

Dell U3224KB 91
vs
90 Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

Score breakdown

Dell U3224KB
91
color 91
motion 72
hdr 62
features 89
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
90
color 92
motion 70
hdr 64
features 94

Specs side-by-side

Dell U3224KB versus Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — full spec comparison
Spec Dell U3224KB Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
Panel
6K IPS Black
IPS Black
Size
32"
—
Refresh
60Hz
60Hz
Release year
2024
—
Resolution
—
3840×2160
Connectivity
—
TB5 140 W PD, HDMI, DP 2.1, USB hub

Dell U3224KB

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: Dell U3224KB vs Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

Which is better, Dell U3224KB or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE? +

Dell U3224KB scores 91 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Dell U3224KB worth the price? +

At $2,999, Dell U3224KB delivers a Specdex score of 91 — 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 U3224KB 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 the better value, Dell U3224KB or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE? +

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $2,999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.