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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 U3224KB wins by 1
Dell U3224KB — 32″ · 6K IPS Black · 60Hz
Dell

Dell U3224KB

32″ · 6K IPS Black · 60Hz

91
/ 100
From $2,999
Specdex verdict

Dell U3224KB takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE lands at 90 and Dell U3224KB at 91. That puts Dell U3224KB ahead by 1 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 Dell U3224KB 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

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 UltraSharp U3225QE 90
vs
91 Dell U3224KB

Score breakdown

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

Specs side-by-side

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

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

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

FAQ: Dell UltraSharp U3225QE vs Dell U3224KB

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

Dell U3224KB scores 91 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. 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 Dell U3224KB worth the price? +

At $2,999, Dell U3224KB delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in color.

Does Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or Dell U3224KB 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 UltraSharp U3225QE or Dell U3224KB? +

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