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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
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE wins by 6
BenQ EW2880U — 28″ · 4K IPS HDR
BenQ

BenQ EW2880U

28″ · 4K IPS HDR

84
/ 100
From $499
Specdex verdict

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE lands at 90 and BenQ EW2880U at 84. That puts Dell UltraSharp U3225QE ahead by 6 points — a decisive 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 BenQ EW2880U if…

  • ✓Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
  • ✓Modern connectivity
  • ✓Mature firmware
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Winner by scenario

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

Picture quality

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE leads on color (92 vs 84).

Value for money

BenQ EW2880U

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

BenQ EW2880U more score per dollar ($499 vs $1,099).

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 90
vs
84 BenQ EW2880U

Score breakdown

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
90
color 92
motion 70
hdr 64
features 94
BenQ EW2880U
84
color 84
motion 72
hdr 62
features 82

Specs side-by-side

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE versus BenQ EW2880U — full spec comparison
Spec Dell UltraSharp U3225QE BenQ EW2880U
Panel
IPS Black
4K IPS HDR
Resolution
3840×2160
—
Refresh
60Hz
—
Connectivity
TB5 140 W PD, HDMI, DP 2.1, USB hub
—
Size
—
28"
Release year
—
2023

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

BenQ EW2880U

Pros
  • +Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
  • +Modern connectivity
  • +Mature firmware
Cons
  • −Stand ergonomics vary
  • −HDR on IPS limited
  • −OLED burn-in risk

FAQ: Dell UltraSharp U3225QE vs BenQ EW2880U

Which is better, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or BenQ EW2880U? +

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. 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 BenQ EW2880U worth the price? +

At $499, BenQ EW2880U delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in color.

Does Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or BenQ EW2880U 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 BenQ EW2880U? +

Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — leads on color (92 vs 84). Color accuracy and HDR performance.

Which is the better value, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or BenQ EW2880U? +

BenQ EW2880U — more score per dollar ($499 vs $1,099). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.