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Dell

Dell UltraSharp 4K

4K

84
/ 100
From $199
VS
Opal C1 wins by 3
Opal C1 — 4K Sony IMX378 · True-to-life color
Opal

Opal C1

4K Sony IMX378 · True-to-life color

87
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict

Opal C1 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Dell UltraSharp 4K lands at 84 and Opal C1 at 87. That puts Opal C1 ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Dell UltraSharp 4K if…

  • ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
  • ✓Auto framing (some)
  • ✓Software tuning

Pick Opal C1 if…

  • ✓Mirrorless-quality image
  • ✓Built-in mic array
  • ✓Solid software
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Winner by scenario

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

Image

Opal C1

Compared on the image sub-score

Opal C1 leads on image (94 vs 82).

Build

Opal C1

Compared on the build sub-score

Opal C1 leads on build (90 vs 86).

Features

Dell UltraSharp 4K

Compared on the features sub-score

Dell UltraSharp 4K leads on features (84 vs 82).

Value for money

Dell UltraSharp 4K

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Dell UltraSharp 4K more score per dollar ($199 vs $299).

Dell UltraSharp 4K 84
vs
87 Opal C1

Score breakdown

Dell UltraSharp 4K
84
image 82
features 84
build 86
value 82
Opal C1
87
image 94
features 82
build 90
value 78

Specs side-by-side

Dell UltraSharp 4K versus Opal C1 — full spec comparison
Spec Dell UltraSharp 4K Opal C1
Resolution
4K
4K / 30 fps
Sensor
—
Sony IMX378 1/2.3″
Connectivity
—
USB-C

Dell UltraSharp 4K

Pros
  • +USB-C connectivity (modern)
  • +Auto framing (some)
  • +Software tuning
Cons
  • −Fixed focal length on most
  • −Low-light varies wildly
  • −Mounting can be fiddly

Opal C1

Pros
  • +Mirrorless-quality image
  • +Built-in mic array
  • +Solid software
Cons
  • −macOS favoured, Windows lags
  • −Premium price
  • −Software required

FAQ: Dell UltraSharp 4K vs Opal C1

Which is better, Dell UltraSharp 4K or Opal C1? +

Opal C1 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Dell UltraSharp 4K worth the price? +

At $199, Dell UltraSharp 4K delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in build.

Is Opal C1 worth the price? +

At $299, Opal C1 delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in image.

Does Dell UltraSharp 4K or Opal C1 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 image, Dell UltraSharp 4K or Opal C1? +

Opal C1 — leads on image (94 vs 82). Compared on the image sub-score.

Which is better for build, Dell UltraSharp 4K or Opal C1? +

Opal C1 — leads on build (90 vs 86). Compared on the build sub-score.