ASUS ROG Strix XG309CM vs Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32"
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32"
31.5" · 3840×2160 · IPS
Optimal Viewing Distance 62cm
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| Specification | ASUS ROG Strix XG309CM 2022 | Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32" 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 29.5" | 31.5" (Better) |
| Resolution | 2560×1080 | 3840×2160 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 94 | 140 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 93cm | 62cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 220 Hz (Better) | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium | None |
| Response Time | 1 ms GTG (Better) | 5 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | None | DisplayHDR 600 |
| SDR Brightness | 300 nits | 450 nits (Better) |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 300 nits | 600 nits (Better) |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000 | 1:3,000 (Better) |
| Ports | 1x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub | 1x HDMI · 2x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 15 W | 140 W (Better) |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 110% (Better) | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 95% |
| Year | 2022 | 2025 (Better) |
Summary
The Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32" has higher pixel density (140 PPI), making it sharper at close range.
The Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32" allows sitting closer (62cm) while maintaining retina quality.
The Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32" offers a larger 31.5" display for more immersive viewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: ASUS ROG Strix XG309CM or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32"?
The Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32" has 140 PPI compared to 94 PPI for the ASUS ROG Strix XG309CM.
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32" requires 62cm vs 93cm for the ASUS ROG Strix XG309CM to reach retina quality.
Methodology & Sources
Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.
Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.
Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).
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