BenQ MA270UP 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 | BenQ MA270UP 2025 | Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32" 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27" | 31.5" (Better) |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 3840×2160 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 163 (Better) | 140 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 54cm (Better) | 62cm |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz (Better) |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | None |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 5 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR 400 | DisplayHDR 600 |
| SDR Brightness | 450 nits | 450 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 450 nits | 600 nits (Better) |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,200 | 1:3,000 (Better) |
| Ports | 2x HDMI · 0x DP · USB-C · USB Hub | 1x HDMI · 2x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 90 W | 140 W (Better) |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 99% · DCI-P3 95% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 95% (Better) |
| Year | 2025 | 2025 |
Summary
The BenQ MA270UP has higher pixel density (163 PPI), making it sharper at close range.
The BenQ MA270UP allows sitting closer (54cm) 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: BenQ MA270UP or Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32"?
The BenQ MA270UP has 163 PPI compared to 140 PPI for the Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The BenQ MA270UP requires 54cm vs 62cm for the Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32" 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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