Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
32″ 4K IPS Black · Thunderbolt 5
Gigabyte MO34WQC2
34″ ultrawide QD-OLED · 175Hz · DP 1.4
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE lands at 90 and Gigabyte MO34WQC2 at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Dell UltraSharp U3225QE if…
- ✓Best text clarity in class
- ✓Thunderbolt 5 140 W PD
- ✓IPS Black 3000:1 contrast
Pick Gigabyte MO34WQC2 if…
- ✓34″ QD-OLED ultrawide at $749
- ✓Dual-mode 1080p @ 350Hz
- ✓Glossy panel reduces grayish tint
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPicture quality
Gigabyte MO34WQC2Color accuracy and HDR performance
Gigabyte MO34WQC2 leads on hdr (88 vs 64).
Value for money
Gigabyte MO34WQC2Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Gigabyte MO34WQC2 more score per dollar ($749 vs $1,099).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Dell UltraSharp U3225QE | Gigabyte MO34WQC2 |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | IPS Black | — |
| Resolution | ▲ 3840×2160 | 3440×1440 |
| Refresh | 60Hz | — |
| Connectivity | TB5 140 W PD, HDMI, DP 2.1, USB hub | 2× HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4 DSC, USB-C 18W |
| Display | — | 34″ QD-OLED, 1800R curve |
| Refresh rate | — | 175 Hz native (350 Hz at 1080p dual mode) |
| Response time | — | 0.03 ms (GtG) |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
- +Best text clarity in class
- +Thunderbolt 5 140 W PD
- +IPS Black 3000:1 contrast
- −60Hz only
- −No HDR brilliance
- −Color gamut not wide
Gigabyte MO34WQC2
- +34″ QD-OLED ultrawide at $749
- +Dual-mode 1080p @ 350Hz
- +Glossy panel reduces grayish tint
- −No DisplayPort 2.1
- −1800R curve not for everyone
- −OSD joystick fiddly
FAQ: Dell UltraSharp U3225QE vs Gigabyte MO34WQC2
Which is better, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or Gigabyte MO34WQC2? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. 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 Gigabyte MO34WQC2 worth the price? +
At $749, Gigabyte MO34WQC2 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in display.
Does Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or Gigabyte MO34WQC2 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 Gigabyte MO34WQC2? +
Gigabyte MO34WQC2 — leads on hdr (88 vs 64). Color accuracy and HDR performance.
Which is the better value, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or Gigabyte MO34WQC2? +
Gigabyte MO34WQC2 — more score per dollar ($749 vs $1,099). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.