Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32" vs LG UltraFine evo 32U990A-S
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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LG UltraFine evo 32U990A-S
31.5" · 6144×3456 · IPS
Optimal Viewing Distance 39cm
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| Specification | Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32" 2025 | LG UltraFine evo 32U990A-S 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 31.5" | 31.5" |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 6144×3456 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 140 | 224 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 62cm | 39cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz (Better) | 60 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | None |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 5 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR 600 | DisplayHDR 600 |
| SDR Brightness | 450 nits | 450 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 600 nits | 600 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:3,000 (Better) | 1:2,000 |
| Ports | 1x HDMI · 2x DP · USB-C · USB Hub | 1x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 140 W (Better) | 96 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 95% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 98% · Adobe RGB 99.5% (Better) |
| Year | 2025 | 2025 |
Summary
The LG UltraFine evo 32U990A-S has higher pixel density (224 PPI), making it sharper at close range.
The LG UltraFine evo 32U990A-S allows sitting closer (39cm) while maintaining retina quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32" or LG UltraFine evo 32U990A-S?
The LG UltraFine evo 32U990A-S has 224 PPI compared to 140 PPI for the Dell UltraSharp U3225QE 32".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The LG UltraFine evo 32U990A-S requires 39cm 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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