Dell
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
32″ 4K IPS Black · Thunderbolt 5
90
/ 100
From $1,099
VS
Apple Pro Display XDR wins by 2
Apple
Apple Pro Display XDR
32″ · 6K Mini-LED XDR · 60Hz
92
/ 100
From $4,999
Specdex verdict
Apple Pro Display XDR takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE lands at 90 and Apple Pro Display XDR at 92. That puts Apple Pro Display XDR ahead by 2 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 Apple Pro Display XDR if…
- ✓Current panel tech
- ✓Strong factory calibration
- ✓Modern connectivity
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 90
vs 92 Apple Pro Display XDR
Score breakdown
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
90 color 92
motion 70
hdr 64
features 94
Apple Pro Display XDR
92 color 92
motion 72
hdr 92
features 90
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Dell UltraSharp U3225QE | Apple Pro Display XDR |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | IPS Black | 6K Mini-LED XDR |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | — |
| Refresh | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Connectivity | TB5 140 W PD, HDMI, DP 2.1, USB hub | — |
| Size | — | 32" |
| Release year | — | 2019 |
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
Apple Pro Display XDR
Pros
- +Current panel tech
- +Strong factory calibration
- +Modern connectivity
Cons
- −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
- −HDR varies by model
- −OLED burn-in risk
FAQ: Dell UltraSharp U3225QE vs Apple Pro Display XDR
Which is better, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or Apple Pro Display XDR? +
Apple Pro Display XDR scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. 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 Apple Pro Display XDR worth the price? +
At $4,999, Apple Pro Display XDR delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in color.
Does Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or Apple Pro Display XDR 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.