Dell S3225QC vs Dell UltraSharp U2725QE
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)67in category
Dell S3225QC139 PPI #41
Dell UltraSharp U2725QE163 PPI #20
93 PPI224 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness67in category
Dell S3225QC1000 nits #7
Dell UltraSharp U2725QE600 nits #22
250 nits2000 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut63in category
Dell S3225QC99% #2
Dell UltraSharp U2725QE99% #2
79%100%
Refresh Rate
Dell S3225QC120 Hz
Dell UltraSharp U2725QE120 Hz
StandardHighUltra
Summary
- Sharpness: no visible difference — Both screens exceed the retina threshold at 65cm. The Dell UltraSharp U2725QE has 15% higher pixel density (163 vs 139 PPI), but this only becomes visible below 54cm.
- Brightness: advantage Dell UltraSharp U2725QE — The Dell UltraSharp U2725QE is 140% brighter in SDR (600 vs 250 nits), a noticeable difference for outdoor readability. HDR peak: 600 vs 1000 nits.
Key Differences
| Specification | Dell S3225QC | Dell UltraSharp U2725QE |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 31.6" | 27" |
| Response Time | 0.0 ms GTG | 5 ms GTG |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1000 nits | 600 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,500,000 | 1:3,000 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 95% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 94% |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 139 | 163 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 63cm | 54cm |
| SDR Brightness | 250 nits | 600 nits |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 90 W | 140 W |
All specifications
| Specification | Dell S3225QC 2025 | Dell UltraSharp U2725QE 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 31.6" (Better) | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 3840×2160 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 139 | 163 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 63cm | 54cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium | None |
| Response Time | 0.0 ms GTG (Better) | 5 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 600 |
| SDR Brightness | 250 nits | 600 nits (Better) |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1000 nits (Better) | 600 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,500,000 (Better) | 1:3,000 |
| Ports | 1x HDMI · USB-C · USB Hub | 1x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 90 W | 140 W (Better) |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 95% (Better) | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 94% |
| Year | 2025 | 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Dell S3225QC or Dell UltraSharp U2725QE?
The Dell UltraSharp U2725QE has 163 PPI compared to 139 PPI for the Dell S3225QC.
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Dell UltraSharp U2725QE requires 54cm vs 63cm for the Dell S3225QC to reach retina quality.
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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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