Dell UltraSharp U2725QE vs LG 27GP850-B 27"
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
| Specification | Dell UltraSharp U2725QE 2025 | LG 27GP850-B 27" 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 (Better) | 2560×1440 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 163 (Better) | 109 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 54cm (Better) | 80cm |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz (Better) |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | FreeSync Premium |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 1 ms GTG (Better) |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR 600 | DisplayHDR 400 |
| SDR Brightness | 600 nits (Better) | 400 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 600 nits (Better) | 400 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:3,000 (Better) | 1:1,000 |
| Ports | 1x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 140 W | — |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 94% | sRGB 135% · DCI-P3 98% · Adobe RGB 93% (Better) |
| Year | 2025 (Better) | 2021 |
Summary
The Dell UltraSharp U2725QE has higher pixel density (163 PPI), making it sharper at close range.
The Dell UltraSharp U2725QE allows sitting closer (54cm) while maintaining retina quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Dell UltraSharp U2725QE or LG 27GP850-B 27"?
The Dell UltraSharp U2725QE has 163 PPI compared to 109 PPI for the LG 27GP850-B 27".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Dell UltraSharp U2725QE requires 54cm vs 80cm for the LG 27GP850-B 27" 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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