Dell S2725DSM vs Dell P2426H Comparison
Dell S2725DSM vs Dell P2426H 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 Dell P2426H uses 23.8-inch / IPS / Full HD. The listed refresh rate is 48 Hz – 144 Hz on Dell S2725DSM and 48Hz – 120Hz on Dell P2426H. Dell S2725DSM lists 99% sRGB coverage; an equivalent published sRGB figure is not available for Dell P2426H. Dell S2725DSM’s clearest advantages are higher native resolution, higher 144Hz-class refresh rate, and faster listed pixel response. Dell P2426H’s clearest advantages are USB-C video connectivity. The better choice depends on which of those differences matters most in your setup.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Rating | 6.8 / 10 | 7.4 / 10 |
| Brand | Dell | Dell |
| Category | Monitor | Monitor |
| Model Information | ||
| Brand | Dell | Dell |
| Series | -- | Pro |
| Model | S2725DSM | P2426H |
| Full Product Name | Dell S2725DSM | Dell P2426H |
| Model Year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Available Colors | Ash White | Dark Gray |
| Display & Panel | ||
| Screen Size | 27 in | 23.8-inch |
| Exact Diagonal | 684.7 mm (26.96 in) | -- |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 596.736 mm (23.49 in) | -- |
| Active Display Height | 335.664 mm (13.22 in) | -- |
| Display Area | -- | 92.31% |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 92.04% | -- |
| Panel Type? | IPS | IPS |
| Panel Technology | -- | IPS panel with wide 178° / 178° viewing angles Edge LED backlight 99% s RGB color coverage Anti-glare / Matte (3H) coatingFlicker-free technology Comfort View Plus (Low Blue Light) |
| Backlight Type? | W-LED | -- |
| 3D Support | No | -- |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte (3H) | -- |
| Resolution & Pixel Details | ||
| Native Resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels | 1920 × 1080 (Full HD) |
| Pixel Density | 109 PPI | 92 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.233 mm (millimeters) | 0.275 mm |
| Picture Quality & Color | ||
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits | 8-bit |
| FRC | No | -- |
| Display Colors | 16.8 million colors (24 bits) | 16.7 Million |
| Typical Brightness | 350 cd/m² | -- |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1500 : 1 | -- |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° | -- |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° | -- |
| sRGB Coverage | 99% | -- |
| Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 144 Hz | 48Hz – 120Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 4 ms | -- |
| MPRT Response Time | 1 ms | -- |
| Adaptive-Sync? | AMD FreeSync | -- |
| AMD FreeSync? | Supported | -- |
| Ports & Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 1×HDMI 1.4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 | DisplayPort 1.4 |
| USB-C Video Input | -- | 1× USB-C |
| HDCP Support | Yes | Yes |
| HDCP Version | 1.4 | HDCP 1.4 |
| Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features | ||
| Built-In Camera | No | No |
| Ergonomics & Stand | ||
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm | 100 × 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm | 100 × 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 110 mm | 150 mm |
| Height Range | -- | 150 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | 110 mm (4.33 in) | -- |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes | -- |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° | -- |
| Backward Tilt | 21 ° | -- |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes | -- |
| Left Swivel | 30 ° | -- |
| Right Swivel | 30 ° | -- |
| Pivot Adjustment | Yes | -- |
| Left Pivot | 90 ° | -- |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° | -- |
| Dimensions, Weight & Design | ||
| Dimensions With Stand | 611.34 × 390.13 × 201.83 mm | -- |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 611.34 × 355.98 × 58.87 mm | -- |
| Weight With Stand | 6.39 kg (14.09 lbs) | 4.87 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 4.34 kg (9.57 lbs) | 2.96 kg |
| Stand Width | 256 mm (10.08 in) | -- |
| Stand Depth | 201.83 mm (7.95 in) | -- |
| Power & Operating Conditions | ||
| Power Input | 100–240V | 100–240V |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V | -- |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V | -- |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz | 50/60Hz |
| Electric Current | 1.5 A | -- |
| Typical Power Consumption | -- | 11.7W |
| Average Power Consumption | 21.4 W | 11.7W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 65 W | 74W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3 W | 0.3W |
| 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 | -- |
| Low Blue Light | Yes | -- |
| ComfortView Plus | Yes | -- |
| Additional Monitor Features | 3-sided bezelless design; Dell Display Manager with Easy Arrange; Anti-theft stand lock slot - Kensington | -- |
| Certifications, Standards & Licenses | ||
| Energy Star | ENERGY STAR 8.0 | ENERGY STAR |
| EPEAT | -- | EPEAT Climate+ |
| EPEAT Climate+ | -- | EPEAT Climate+ |
| TCO Certified | -- | TCO Certified Displays |
| TCO Certified Edge | -- | TCO Certified Edge |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certified | -- |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified (Hardware Solution) | -- |
| TÜV Eye Comfort | -- | TÜV Eye Comfort - 4 star |
| RoHS | Yes | Ro HS |
| Included Accessories | ||
| HDMI Cable | Yes | -- |
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: September 2026