MONITOR COMPARISON · UPDATED NOVEMBER 2026
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Dell SE2725HM vs BenQ GW2790QT Comparison
IPS
Dell
5.0
/10
48 Hz - 100 HzRefresh Rate
IPSPanel Type
W-LEDBacklight Type
81 PPIPixel Density
IPS 75Hz
Benq
7.4
/10
75 HzRefresh Rate
IPSPanel Type
W-LEDBacklight Type
108 PPIPixel Density
Overview
The Dell SE2725HM and the BenQ GW2790QT both skip gaming features, but only the BenQ has USB-C. It adds 65 W power delivery, three USB-A ports, 2 x 2 W speakers and a stand with 110 mm of height and swivel, which makes the Dell SE2725HM vs BenQ GW2790QT gap larger than it first looks. Both are 27-inch IPS panels, but the BenQ is QHD at 2560 x 1440 and 108 ppi with 350 nits, while the Dell is 1920 x 1080 at 81 ppi and 250 nits. Refresh is 100 Hz on the Dell and 75 Hz on the BenQ, which weighs 8.4 kg against the Dell's 4.4 kg.
Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Rating | 5 / 10 | 7.4 / 10 |
| Brand | Dell | Benq |
| Category | Monitor | Monitor |
| Model Information | ||
| Brand | Dell | Ben Q |
| Series | -- | GW |
| Model | SE2725HM | GW2790QT |
| Full Product Name | Dell SE2725HM | 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 | Black | White |
| Warranty | -- | 3 years (36 months) |
| Burn-In Warranty | -- | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
| Display & Panel | ||
| Screen Size | 27 in | 27-inch |
| Exact Diagonal | 685.99 mm (27.01 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 | 597.888 mm (23.54 in) | 597.89 mm / 59.789 cm / 23.539 in / 1.9616 ft |
| Active Display Height | 336.312 mm (13.24 in) | 336.31 mm / 33.631 cm / 13.2406 in / 1.1034 ft |
| Display Area | -- | 87.96 % (percent) |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 90.91% | -- |
| 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 | 1920 x 1080 pixels | 2560 × 1440 |
| Pixel Density | 81 PPI | 108 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.311 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 | 250 cd/m² | 350 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 | 1000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° | 178 ° |
| sRGB Coverage | -- | 99% |
| Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming | ||
| Native Refresh Rate | -- | 75 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 100 Hz | 48 Hz - 75 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 5 ms | 5 ms / 0.0050 s |
| Motion Blur Reduction | -- | Yes |
| Ports & Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 |
|
| HDMI Version | 1.4 | HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Input | -- | 1× DisplayPort 1.2 |
| DisplayPort Output | -- | 1× DisplayPort 1.2 |
| DisplayPort Version | -- | 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 | No | 110 mm |
| Height Range | -- | 110 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | -- | 110 mm / 11 cm / 4.3307 in / 0.3609 ft |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 21 ° | 20 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | No | Yes |
| Left Swivel | -- | 20 ° |
| Right Swivel | -- | 20 ° |
| Pivot Adjustment | No | -- |
| Left Pivot | -- | 0 ° |
| Right Pivot | -- | 90 ° |
| Portrait Mode | -- | Yes |
| Security Lock | -- | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | -- | Kensington Lock |
| Dimensions, Weight & Design | ||
| Dimensions With Stand | 611 × 453.6 × 200 mm | 614 mm x 424.3 mm x 238.5 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 611 × 362 × 49.3 mm | 614 mm x 372.3 mm x 62 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 4.4 kg (9.7 lbs) | 8.4 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 3.56 kg (7.85 lbs) | 5.5 kg |
| Stand Width | 290 mm (11.42 in) | -- |
| Stand Depth | 200 mm (7.87 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 | 16.3 W | -- |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 28 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 |
| Reader Mode | -- | Yes |
| Auto Brightness | -- | Yes |
| Ambient Light Sensor | -- | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | -- | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features | Dell Display Manager with Easy Arrange; Anti-theft stand lock slot - Kensington |
|
| Certifications, Standards & Licenses | ||
| Energy Star | ENERGY STAR 8.0 | Energy Star 8.0 |
| EPEAT | Yes | EPEAT |
| TCO Certified | Yes | TCO Certified 9.0 |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certified | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified | Yes |
| RoHS | Yes | -- |
| Included Accessories | ||
| HDMI Cable | Yes | -- |
| USB-C Cable | -- | USB Type-C cable |
Verdict
Bottom line
The GW2790QT is a clear step up for laptop users, with QHD at 108 ppi, 65 W USB-C, 350 nits and speakers. The SE2725HM keeps 100 Hz against its 75 Hz and weighs only 4.4 kg. The deciding factor is docking and sharpness versus motion and weight.
Buy this ifDell SE2725HM
- 100 Hz against 75 Hz refresh
- Light at 4.4 kg against 8.4 kg
- D-sub and HDMI for older PCs
Buy this ifBenQ GW2790QT
- 65 W USB-C charges a laptop over one cable
- QHD at 108 ppi for crisp text
- 350 nits with 99% sRGB
| Use case | Better pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Laptop docking | BenQ GW2790QT | 65 W USB-C and 3 USB-A |
| Office & coding | BenQ GW2790QT | 108 ppi against 81 ppi |
| Bright rooms | BenQ GW2790QT | 350 nits against 250 nits |
| Smoother scrolling | Dell SE2725HM | 100 Hz against 75 Hz |
| Moving the monitor | Dell SE2725HM | 4.4 kg against 8.4 kg |
| Desk audio | BenQ GW2790QT | Two 2 W speakers |
Data & scoring note
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: August 2026
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