Dell UltraSharp U3225QE
32″ 4K IPS Black · Thunderbolt 5
LG UltraFine 32UN880
32″ · 4K IPS ergo arm
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE lands at 90 and LG UltraFine 32UN880 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 LG UltraFine 32UN880 if…
- ✓Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
- ✓Modern connectivity
- ✓Mature firmware
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPicture quality
Dell UltraSharp U3225QEColor accuracy and HDR performance
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE leads on color (92 vs 84).
Value for money
LG UltraFine 32UN880Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
LG UltraFine 32UN880 more score per dollar ($699 vs $1,099).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Dell UltraSharp U3225QE | LG UltraFine 32UN880 |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | IPS Black | 4K IPS ergo arm |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | — |
| Refresh | 60Hz | — |
| Connectivity | TB5 140 W PD, HDMI, DP 2.1, USB hub | — |
| Size | — | 32" |
| Release year | — | 2020 |
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
LG UltraFine 32UN880
- +Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
- +Modern connectivity
- +Mature firmware
- −Stand ergonomics vary
- −HDR on IPS limited
- −OLED burn-in risk
FAQ: Dell UltraSharp U3225QE vs LG UltraFine 32UN880
Which is better, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or LG UltraFine 32UN880? +
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 LG UltraFine 32UN880 worth the price? +
At $699, LG UltraFine 32UN880 delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in color.
Does Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or LG UltraFine 32UN880 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 LG UltraFine 32UN880? +
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE — leads on color (92 vs 84). Color accuracy and HDR performance.
Which is the better value, Dell UltraSharp U3225QE or LG UltraFine 32UN880? +
LG UltraFine 32UN880 — more score per dollar ($699 vs $1,099). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.