Dell S3225QC vs LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45"
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45"
44.5" · 5120×2160 · OLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 70cm
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| Specification | Dell S3225QC 2025 | LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45" 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 31.6" | 44.5" (Better) |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 5120×2160 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 139 (Better) | 125 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 63cm (Better) | 70cm |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED | OLED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz (Better) |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Response Time | 0.0 ms GTG | 0.0 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| SDR Brightness | 250 nits | 275 nits (Better) |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1000 nits | 1300 nits (Better) |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,500,000 | 1:1,500,000 |
| Ports | 1x HDMI · 0x DP · USB-C · USB Hub | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 90 W | 90 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 95% (Better) | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 98% · Adobe RGB 94% |
| Year | 2025 | 2025 |
Summary
The Dell S3225QC has higher pixel density (139 PPI), making it sharper at close range.
The Dell S3225QC allows sitting closer (63cm) while maintaining retina quality.
The LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45" offers a larger 44.5" display for more immersive viewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Dell S3225QC or LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45"?
The Dell S3225QC has 139 PPI compared to 125 PPI for the LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Dell S3225QC requires 63cm vs 70cm for the LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45" 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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