Dell S2725DSM vs BenQ GW2790QT Comparison
Dell S2725DSM vs BenQ GW2790QT compares two monitors with different strengths for picture quality, motion, and everyday use. Dell S2725DSM is specified with 27-inch / IPS / QHD / W-LED, while BenQ GW2790QT uses 27-inch / IPS / QHD / W-LED. The listed refresh rate is 48 Hz – 144 Hz on Dell S2725DSM and 75 Hz on BenQ GW2790QT. Both list 99% sRGB coverage. Dell S2725DSM’s clearest advantages are higher 144Hz-class refresh rate, faster listed pixel response, and higher listed static contrast. BenQ GW2790QT’s clearest advantages are USB-C video connectivity. The better choice depends on which of those differences matters most in your setup.
Same 27-inch QHD IPS format, different priorities: the Dell S2725DSM vs BenQ GW2790QT is gaming speed against desk docking. The Dell offers 144 Hz FreeSync, 4 ms response, 1500:1 contrast, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4 and a stand with 110 mm of height, swivel and pivot, at 6.39 kg with 2 x 3 W speakers. The BenQ stays at 48 to 75 Hz and 1000:1, but brings 65 W USB-C power delivery, three USB-A ports, 2 x 2 W speakers and 99% sRGB. Both hit 350 nits and about 109 ppi.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Rating | 6.8 / 10 | 7.4 / 10 |
| Brand | Dell | Benq |
| Category | Monitor | Monitor |
| Model Information | ||
| Brand | Dell | Ben Q |
| Series | -- | GW |
| Model | S2725DSM | GW2790QT |
| Full Product Name | Dell S2725DSM | Ben Q GW2790QT |
| Model Year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Monitor Type | -- | Business / General-Purpose Monitor |
| Monitor Category | -- | Productivity Monitor |
| Market Position | -- | Mainstream Home & Office |
| Primary Use | -- | Home Office, Productivity & Everyday Use |
| Region / Variant | -- | Not specified |
| Launch Status | -- | Model year 2023 |
| Available Colors | Ash White | White |
| Warranty | -- | 3 years (36 months) |
| Burn-In Warranty | -- | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
| Display & Panel | ||
| Screen Size | 27 in | 27-inch |
| Exact Diagonal | 684.7 mm (26.96 in) | 685.8 mm / 68.58 cm / 27 in / 2.25 ft |
| Screen Format | -- | 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 596.736 mm (23.49 in) | 597.89 mm / 59.789 cm / 23.539 in / 1.9616 ft |
| Active Display Height | 335.664 mm (13.22 in) | 336.31 mm / 33.631 cm / 13.2406 in / 1.1034 ft |
| Display Area | -- | 87.96 % (percent) |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 92.04% | -- |
| Panel Type? | IPS | IPS |
| Panel Technology | -- | IPS |
| Backlight Type? | W-LED | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte (3H) | Anti-glare / Matte (3H) |
| Resolution & Pixel Details | ||
| Native Resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels | 2560 × 1440 |
| Pixel Density | 109 PPI | 108 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.233 mm (millimeters) | 0.233 mm (millimeters) |
| Picture Quality & Color | ||
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits | 8 bits |
| FRC | No | No |
| Display Colors | 16.8 million colors (24 bits) | 16777216 colors |
| Typical Brightness | 350 cd/m² | 350 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1500 : 1 | 1000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° | 178 ° |
| sRGB Coverage | 99% | 99% |
| Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming | ||
| Native Refresh Rate | -- | 75 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 144 Hz | 48 Hz - 75 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 4 ms | 5 ms / 0.0050 s |
| MPRT Response Time | 1 ms | -- |
| Adaptive-Sync? | AMD FreeSync | -- |
| AMD FreeSync? | Supported | -- |
| Motion Blur Reduction | -- | Yes |
| Ports & Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 |
|
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 | 1× DisplayPort 1.2 |
| DisplayPort Output | -- | 1× DisplayPort 1.2 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 | DisplayPort 1.2 |
| USB-C Video Input | -- | 1× USB-C |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | -- | Yes |
| HDCP Support | Yes | Yes |
| HDCP Version | 1.4 | -- |
| USB-C Power Delivery | -- | 65W |
| USB-A Ports | -- | 3 |
| Audio Output | -- | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | -- | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
| Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features | ||
| Built-In Speakers | -- | 2 x 2 W / Built-in noise cancelling microphone |
| Built-In Camera | No | No |
| Ergonomics & Stand | ||
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm | 100 × 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 110 mm | 110 mm |
| Height Range | -- | 110 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | 110 mm (4.33 in) | 110 mm / 11 cm / 4.3307 in / 0.3609 ft |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 21 ° | 20 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 30 ° | 20 ° |
| Right Swivel | 30 ° | 20 ° |
| Pivot Adjustment | Yes | -- |
| Left Pivot | 90 ° | 0 ° |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° | 90 ° |
| Portrait Mode | -- | Yes |
| Security Lock | -- | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | -- | Kensington Lock |
| Dimensions, Weight & Design | ||
| Dimensions With Stand | 611.34 × 390.13 × 201.83 mm | 614 mm x 424.3 mm x 238.5 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 611.34 × 355.98 × 58.87 mm | 614 mm x 372.3 mm x 62 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 6.39 kg (14.09 lbs) | 8.4 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 4.34 kg (9.57 lbs) | 5.5 kg |
| Stand Width | 256 mm (10.08 in) | -- |
| Stand Depth | 201.83 mm (7.95 in) | 238.5 mm / 23.85 cm / 9.3898 in / 0.7825 ft |
| Power & Operating Conditions | ||
| Power Input | 100–240V | 100–240V |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz | 50/60Hz |
| Electric Current | 1.5 A | -- |
| Average Power Consumption | 21.4 W | -- |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 65 W | 150W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3 W | 0.3 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W | -- |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) | -- |
| Operating Humidity | 10% – 80% | -- |
| Operating Altitude | 5000 m | -- |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 60 °C (-4 °F - 140 °F) | -- |
| Storage Humidity | 5% - 90% | -- |
| Storage Altitude | 12192 m | -- |
| Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features | ||
| Flicker-Free | Yes | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes | Yes |
| Eye Comfort Mode | -- | Yes |
| ComfortView Plus | Yes | -- |
| Reader Mode | -- | Yes |
| Auto Brightness | -- | Yes |
| Ambient Light Sensor | -- | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | -- | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features | 3-sided bezelless design; Dell Display Manager with Easy Arrange; Anti-theft stand lock slot - Kensington |
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| Certifications, Standards & Licenses | ||
| Energy Star | ENERGY STAR 8.0 | Energy Star 8.0 |
| EPEAT | -- | EPEAT |
| TCO Certified | -- | TCO Certified 9.0 |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certified | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified (Hardware Solution) | Yes |
| RoHS | Yes | -- |
| Included Accessories | ||
| HDMI Cable | Yes | -- |
| USB-C Cable | -- | USB Type-C cable |
Go with the S2725DSM for gaming, with 144 Hz, FreeSync, HDMI 2.1 and a pivoting stand. Lean towards the BenQ GW2790QT for a laptop-friendly desk, with 65 W USB-C and three USB-A ports. Both are 27-inch QHD IPS with 99% sRGB. The deciding factor is 144 Hz versus one-cable docking.
- 144 Hz against 75 Hz
- HDMI 2.1 for consoles
- 1500:1 contrast and pivot stand
- USB-C with 65 W charges a laptop
- 3 USB-A ports work as a hub
- Same QHD IPS with 99% sRGB
| Use case | Better pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Competitive gaming | Dell S2725DSM | 144 Hz and 4 ms response |
| Console gaming | Dell S2725DSM | HDMI 2.1 input |
| Laptop docking | BenQ GW2790QT | 65 W USB-C and 3 USB-A |
| Portrait use | Dell S2725DSM | Stand includes pivot |
| Everyday colour | Tie | Both cover 99% sRGB |
| Dark-room contrast | Dell S2725DSM | 1500:1 against 1000:1 |
Methodology: The verdict and comparison notes on this page were written and checked by an editor working from the full specification table below. Conclusions are based on manufacturer-listed specifications only - no benchmark testing, measured brightness or hands-on use is claimed unless stated. Missing values are left blank rather than estimated. Report an error.
Updated: October 2026