Dell S3225QC vs MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED
26.5" · 3840×2160 · QD-OLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 53cm
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Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)67in category
Dell S3225QC139 PPI #41
MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED166 PPI #16
93 PPI224 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness67in category
Dell S3225QC1000 nits #7
MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED1000 nits #7
250 nits2000 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut63in category
Dell S3225QC99% #2
MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED99% #2
79%100%
Refresh Rate
Dell S3225QC120 Hz
MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED240 Hz
StandardHighUltra
Summary
- Sharpness: no visible difference — Both screens exceed the retina threshold at 65cm. The MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED has 16% higher pixel density (166 vs 139 PPI), but this only becomes visible below 53cm.
- Brightness: comparable — Both screens offer similar brightness (250 vs 250 nits SDR). Neither has a meaningful advantage for outdoor use.
Key Differences
| Specification | Dell S3225QC | MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 31.6" | 26.5" |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 139 | 166 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 63cm | 53cm |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 240 Hz |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 90 W | 98 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 95% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 97% |
All specifications
| Specification | Dell S3225QC 2025 | MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 31.6" (Better) | 26.5" |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 3840×2160 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 139 | 166 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 63cm | 53cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED | QD-OLED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 240 Hz (Better) |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium | G-SYNC Compatible |
| Response Time | 0.0 ms GTG | 0.0 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| SDR Brightness | 250 nits | 250 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1000 nits | 1000 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,500,000 | 1:1,500,000 |
| Ports | 1x HDMI · USB-C · USB Hub | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 90 W | 98 W (Better) |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 95% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 97% (Better) |
| Year | 2025 | 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Dell S3225QC or MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED?
The MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED has 166 PPI compared to 139 PPI for the Dell S3225QC.
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED requires 53cm 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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