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Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — 32″ 4K IPS Black · Thunderbolt 5
Dell

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

32″ 4K IPS Black · Thunderbolt 5

90
/ 100
From $1,099
VS
Alienware AW3225QF wins by 3
Alienware AW3225QF — 32″ 4K QD-OLED · 240Hz · Curved
Alienware

Alienware AW3225QF

32″ 4K QD-OLED · 240Hz · Curved

93
/ 100
From $1,199
Specdex verdict

Alienware AW3225QF takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE lands at 90 and Alienware AW3225QF at 93. That puts Alienware AW3225QF ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Dell UltraSharp U3225QE if…

  • ✓Best text clarity in class
  • ✓Thunderbolt 5 140 W PD
  • ✓IPS Black 3000:1 contrast

Pick Alienware AW3225QF if…

  • ✓4K 240Hz QD-OLED
  • ✓Dolby Vision HDR
  • ✓Excellent HDR brightness for OLED
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Winner by scenario

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

Picture quality

Alienware AW3225QF

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Alienware AW3225QF leads on hdr (94 vs 64).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 90
vs
93 Alienware AW3225QF

Score breakdown

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
90
color 92
motion 70
hdr 64
features 94
Alienware AW3225QF
93
color 96
motion 98
hdr 94
features 92

Specs side-by-side

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE versus Alienware AW3225QF — full spec comparison
Spec Dell UltraSharp U3225QE Alienware AW3225QF
Panel
IPS Black
QD-OLED
Resolution
3840×2160
3840×2160
Refresh
60Hz
▲ 240Hz
Connectivity
TB5 140 W PD, HDMI, DP 2.1, USB hub
DP 1.4, HDMI 2.1, USB-C 90W

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

Alienware AW3225QF

Pros
  • +4K 240Hz QD-OLED
  • +Dolby Vision HDR
  • +Excellent HDR brightness for OLED
Cons
  • −Curve isn’t for everyone
  • −OLED burn-in risk
  • −Stand large

FAQ: Dell UltraSharp U3225QE vs Alienware AW3225QF

Which is better, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or Alienware AW3225QF? +

Alienware AW3225QF scores 93 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Dell UltraSharp U3225QE worth the price? +

At $1,099, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in features.

Is Alienware AW3225QF worth the price? +

At $1,199, Alienware AW3225QF delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in motion.

Does Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or Alienware AW3225QF 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 UltraSharp U3225QE or Alienware AW3225QF? +

Alienware AW3225QF — leads on hdr (94 vs 64). Color accuracy and HDR performance.