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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
Apple Pro Display XDR wins by 2
Apple Pro Display XDR — 32″ · 6K Mini-LED XDR · 60Hz
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
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Winner by scenario

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

Picture quality

Apple Pro Display XDR

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Apple Pro Display XDR leads on hdr (92 vs 64).

Value for money

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $4,999).

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

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE versus Apple Pro Display XDR — full spec comparison
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.

Which is better for picture quality, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or Apple Pro Display XDR? +

Apple Pro Display XDR — leads on hdr (92 vs 64). Color accuracy and HDR performance.

Which is the better value, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or Apple Pro Display XDR? +

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $4,999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.