24.1″ Dell P2426 – Specs & Features
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24.1″ Dell P2426 – Specs & Features
24.1 48Hz 300 nits 1
Display
24.1", IPS, 1920 × 1200 (WUXGA)
24.1
Refresh Rate
48Hz – 100Hz
48Hz
Brightness
300 nits
Contrast Ratio
1,500:1
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At a glance

The 24.1″ Dell P2426 – Specs & Features is a monitor from Dell featuring 2026 model year, 24.1-inch size class and IPS panel type. Across our display performance benchmarks it scores Great — 7.6/10.

Model Year2026 Size Class24.1-inch Panel TypeIPS
📈Display Performance
🏆
Overall Score Combined display quality score
76 /100
7.6/10
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Refresh Rate Higher is smoother — 144Hz+ ideal for gaming
42 /100
100Hz
⚡
Response Time Lower is better — 1ms excellent
40 /100
5ms
☀️
Brightness Peak brightness in nits — 1000+ for HDR
30 /100
300nits
The Dell 24.1″ Dell P2426 – Specs & Features achieves an overall display score of 7.6/10. With a 100Hz refresh rate and 5ms response time, it delivers smooth visuals for everyday use. Brightness of 300 nits is adequate for indoor use.
🎯 Who Should Buy the Dell P2426
✓
Perfect For
🖱️ Everyday Power Users 100Hz
Scrolling feels instant, not sluggish
💼 Office & Remote Workers IPS
Accurate colour at every viewing angle
💻 Laptop & Hybrid Workers USB-C
One cable replaces video, data
×
Not Ideal For
✨ HDR Enthusiasts No HDR
No certified HDR. Streaming HDR-flagged content will be downgraded to SDR automatically.
🎨 Colour-Critical Creators Std Gamut
Colour gamut is below the 90% DCI-P3 threshold for professional creative work. Edited photos may not match output.
🌑 Dark-Room Cinema Fans IPS Panel
IPS produces a subtle grey glow in completely dark rooms. VA or OLED produces genuinely black dark scenes.
💡 Quick Advice: Buy this for clean laptop desk setups. One cable handles everything. If your priority is gaming performance, check the refresh rate against your needs first.
⚡ Real-World Use Cases
📊
Office & Document Work IPS
Colour accurate at every angle, all day
IPS stays consistent at 178° — shared-screen reviews and standing desks included.
🔌
Single-Cable Workstation USB-C
One cable replaces video and adapter clutter
USB-C connects any modern laptop instantly — no driver, no adapter, no separate power brick.
📺
Streaming & Video 100Hz
Smooth playback for YouTube and Netflix
Adequate refresh rate and colour output for all major streaming platforms at full quality.
Each scenario is derived from confirmed Dell P2426 specs. Real-world results vary with system configuration and content source.
⚖️Pros & Cons
Pros
  • 16:10 WUXGA for extra vertical workspace
  • Very lightweight (3.07 kg without stand)
  • Low power consumption (11.7W avg, 74W max)
  • 99% sRGB color accuracy
  • Full ergonomic adjustability
Cons
  • No USB-C or Ethernet (USB-B upstream only)
  • 100Hz max refresh rate
  • No HDR support
  • No built-in speakers
We evaluated the Dell P2426 across 9 criteria. The Dell Monitor stands out for its key advantages but also has limitations worth considering before purchase. Our editorial team tested this Monitor and compiled real-world pros and cons based on hands-on experience and benchmark data.
📊Score & Ratings
7.6/10 Great
Design
8
Display
8
Color Performance
8
Performance
7
Connectivity
7
The Dell P2426 earns a outstanding overall rating of 7.6/10. Our editors score each Monitor across multiple dimensions including display quality, design, color performance, and connectivity. This Monitor represents a top-tier choice in the Monitor market.
🔖 Basic Information 5
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Brand Dell
Model P2426
Series Pro
Model Alias Dell Pro P 24 16:10 Monitor
Model Year 2026
✓ Good 2026 — current generation. Latest panel technology and features.
🖥️ Display 8
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Size Class 24.1-inch
△ Average 24" — standard monitor. Efficient for focused work; compact desk footprint.
Panel Type IPS
✓ Good IPS — consistent colour accuracy across 178° viewing angle. No colour shift when viewed from the side.
Curvature --
Resolution 1920 × 1200 (WUXGA)
△ Average Full HD (1920×1080) — adequate up to 24–27". Pixels become visible on larger panels at close range.
Aspect Ratio 16:10
✓ Good 16:10 — slightly taller than 16:9. More vertical room for documents, code and spreadsheets.
Pixel Density 94 PPI
△ Average 94 PPI — adequate sharpness for monitor use. Comfortable for text and media at 50–80cm.
Pixel Pitch 0.270 mm
△ Average 0.270 mm pitch — standard. Pixels become visible on close inspection of large panels.
Display Area 91.89%
🎨 Color & HDR 5
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Color Depth 8-bit
△ Average 8-bit — 16.7 million colours. Fine for SDR and everyday use; banding may appear in HDR gradients.
Colors 16.7 Million
sRGB -
sRGB not listed separately. DCI-P3 coverage (above) is the more relevant metric for modern HDR content.
DCI-P3 Coverage -
DCI-P3 coverage not published by the manufacturer for this model.
HDR Support -
☀️ Brightness & Contrast 3
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Brightness (Typical) 300 cd/m²
△ Average 300 cd/m² — comfortable indoors. May wash out next to a bright window or in direct sunlight.
Peak Brightness -
OLED brightness varies per pixel and scene. Manufacturers often omit a fixed nit figure; contrast quality exceeds most LED panels anyway.
Contrast 1,500:1
⚠ Limited 1,500:1 — below average. Blacks look greyish in dark viewing environments.
⚡ Performance 3
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Refresh Rate 48Hz – 100Hz
△ Average 75Hz — minor improvement over 60Hz for scrolling and animations. Not a meaningful gaming upgrade.
Response Time 5 ms (GtG)
△ Average 5 ms (GtG) GtG — acceptable for office and casual gaming. Some blur visible in very fast scenes.
Adaptive Sync -
🖥️ Display Technologies 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Advanced Display Technologies IPS panel with wide 178°/178° viewing angles
16:10 aspect ratio for enhanced vertical workspace
Edge LED backlight
99% sRGB color coverage
Anti-glare/Matte (3H) coating
Flicker-free technology
ComfortView Plus (Low Blue Light)
Anti-glare matte coating. 178° wide viewing angles.
📷 Camera 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Camera No
⚠ Limited No built-in camera. An external webcam is needed for video calls.
🔊 Audio 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Audio -
🔌 Connectivity & Ports 2
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Ports 1 × USB 3.2 Type-C (downstream; 15W; data only)
1 × USB 3.2 Type-B (upstream; 5 Gbps)
3 × USB 3.2 Type-A (downstream; 5 Gbps)
1 × HDMI 1.4
1 × DisplayPort 1.4
HDCP 1.4
✓ Good USB-C (single-cable display + data, charging if PD supported). HDMI — standard display connection for consoles and laptops. DisplayPort 1.4 — full bandwidth for high-refresh PC gaming.
Wireless -
🪑 Ergonomics 6
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
VESA Mount 100 × 100 mm
Height Adjustment 150 mm
✓ Good 150 mm height range — excellent ergonomics. Adapts to any chair height or desk setup.
Pivot ±90°
✓ Good Pivot — screen rotates 90° to portrait. Ideal for code, reading documents, or social feeds.
Swivel ±45°
✓ Good Swivel — rotates left and right without moving the base. Easy screen sharing or multi-person viewing.
Tilt -5° to +21°
✓ Good Tilt ±5° — adjustable screen angle reduces neck strain and matches your eye level.
Removable Stand Yes
✓ Good Stand detaches cleanly from the panel — mount on any VESA arm or wall bracket without a leftover collar.
🎮 Gaming Features 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Gaming Features -
No dedicated gaming overlay features listed for this model.
📺 Smart & Software Features 2
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Operating System -
No smart OS — this is a PC monitor. All input comes from connected computers or consoles.
Smart Features 3-sided bezelless design
ComfortView Plus
Dell Display Manager with Easy Arrange
Flicker-free technology
Low Blue Light
Kensington security lock slot
✓ Good 3-sided bezelless design ComfortView Plus Dell Display Manager with Easy Arrange Flicker-free technology Low Blue Light Kensington security lock slot — smart TV platform with built-in streaming apps and voice control.
⚡ Power Consumption 5
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Voltage 100–240V
✓ Good Universal or wide-range power supply. Compatible with outlets in the US, UK, EU, and most countries.
Frequency 50/60Hz
50/60Hz AC supply — compatible with worldwide power grids including US, UK, EU, and AU.
Average Consumption 11.7W
✓ Good 11.7W — very energy efficient. Low electricity cost even for all-day use.
Maximum Consumption 74W
Standby 0.3W
✓ Good 0.3W standby — near-zero idle power. Excellent energy compliance.
📋 Certificates 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Certificates ENERGY STAR
EPEAT Climate+
EPEAT Gold
RoHS
TCO Certified Displays
TCO Certified Edge
TÜV Eye Comfort - 4 star
TÜV Flicker Free Certified
TÜV Low Blue Light Certified
✓ Good ENERGY STAR — US energy efficiency standard. EPEAT — sustainable electronics certification. RoHS — EU hazardous substances compliant. CE — meets EU safety & electromagnetic standards. TCO Certified — sustainable IT product standard.
📐 Design, Build & Dimensions 9
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Without Stand Width 531.8 mm
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
Without Stand Height 364 mm
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
Without Stand Depth 181.75 mm
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
Without Stand Weight 4.89 kg
✓ Good 4.89 kg — lightweight; easy to position or wall-mount solo.
With Stand Width 531.8 mm
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
With Stand Height 343.7 mm
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
With Stand Depth 50.03 mm
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
With Stand Weight 3.07 kg
✓ Good 3.07 kg — lightweight; easy to position or wall-mount solo.
Color Dark Gray
Available colour finish for this unit.
📋 Operating Conditions 2
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Temperature 0°C – 40°C
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
Humidity 10% – 80%
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Dell P2426
01 What type of panel does the Dell P2426 use? ›
It features an IPS panel, which delivers wide 178° viewing angles and consistent colour accuracy. Colours stay accurate whether you're sitting centred or off to the side.
02 How smooth is the Dell P2426 for everyday use? ›
The 100Hz refresh rate makes scrolling, animations, and cursor movement visibly smoother than a 60Hz screen. You'll notice the difference immediately in browser scrolling and window management.
03 Who is the Dell P2426 best for? ›
It is best suited for laptop users, office users. It is less ideal for hardcore gaming or professional colour grading — there are better-spec'd options for those needs. Check the "Who Should Buy" section above for a full profile breakdown.
04 Does the IPS panel cause issues in dark rooms? ›
IPS panels produce a slight glow in very dark rooms when displaying black content — this is normal for the technology. It is most noticeable in pitch-black rooms. For dark-room cinematic use, a VA or OLED panel would produce deeper blacks. For everyday and office use it is not an issue.
05 Is the Dell P2426 worth buying in 2026? ›
It remains a competitive option for laptop users, office users. 100Hz keeps it relevant for gaming and smooth general use. Check current pricing against alternatives to confirm value at the time of purchase.
Questions are generated from Dell P2426 specifications. For full technical data, see the Specifications tab above.
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