MONITOR COMPARISON · UPDATED NOVEMBER 2026
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Dell U3225QE vs Dell S3225QS Comparison
IPS
Dell
8.4
/10
48 Hz - 120 HzRefresh Rate
IPSPanel Type
Edge LEDBacklight Type
Display / HDR 600HDR Support
VA
Dell
6.8
/10
48 Hz - 120 HzRefresh Rate
VAPanel Type
Edge LEDBacklight Type
HDR HDR10HDR Support
Overview
IPS or VA is the first question in the Dell U3225QE vs Dell S3225QS, since the two share a 31.5-inch 3840 × 2160 size, 140 ppi, a 48 to 120 Hz range and 3000:1 contrast. The U3225QE is IPS at 450 nits (600 peak) with 100% sRGB and 99% DCI-P3, Thunderbolt 4 and 2.5 Gb Ethernet. The S3225QS is a VA gaming panel at 300 nits (370 peak), 99% sRGB and 95% DCI-P3, with 4 ms response, FreeSync Premium, two HDMI 2.1 ports and 2 × 5 W speakers. It weighs 8.77 kg with a 100 mm stand.
Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Rating | 8.4 / 10 | 6.8 / 10 |
| Brand | Dell | Dell |
| Category | Monitor | Monitor |
| Model Information | ||
| Brand | Dell | Dell |
| Series | UltraSharp | -- |
| Model | U3225QE | S3225QS |
| Model Alias | UltraSharp U3225QE | -- |
| Full Product Name | Dell U3225QE | Dell S3225QS |
| Model Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Available Colors | Black and Silver | White |
| Display & Panel | ||
| Screen Size | 31.5 in | 31.5 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 800.1 mm (31.50 in) | 800.1 mm (31.50 in) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 697.31 mm (27.45 in) | 697.306 mm (27.45 in) |
| Active Display Height | 392.23 mm (15.44 in) | 392.234 mm (15.44 in) |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 93.46% | 92.99% |
| Panel Type? | IPS | VA |
| Panel Technology | IPS Black technology | Local dimming zones - 8 | -- |
| Backlight Type? | Edge LED (Local Dimming) | Edge LED |
| 3D Support | No | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte (3H) | Anti-glare / Matte (3H) |
| Resolution & Pixel Details | ||
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 140 PPI | 140 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.182 mm (millimeters) | 0.182 mm (millimeters) |
| Picture Quality & Color | ||
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits | 10 bits |
| FRC | No | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1073.7 million colors (30 bits) | 1073.7 million colors (30 bits) |
| Typical Brightness | 450 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 3000 : 1 | 3000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° | 178 ° |
| HDR Support? | Display / HDR 600 |
|
| HDR10? | -- | Yes |
| sRGB Coverage | 100% | 99% |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 99% | 95% |
| Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 120 Hz | 48 Hz - 120 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 5 ms | 4 ms |
| Adaptive-Sync? | -- | AMD FreeSync Premium |
| AMD FreeSync? | -- | Yes (Premium) |
| Ports & Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 | 1 |
| DisplayPort Output | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 | -- |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| USB-C Video Input | 1× USB-C | -- |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes | -- |
| Display Stream Compression | Yes | -- |
| HDCP Support | Yes | -- |
| HDCP Version | 2.2 | -- |
| USB-A Ports | 5 | -- |
| USB-B Upstream | 1 | -- |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm | -- |
| Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features | ||
| Built-In Camera | No | No |
| Ergonomics & Stand | ||
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 150 mm | 100 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | 150 mm (5.91 in) | 100 mm (3.94 in) |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 21 ° | 21 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes | No |
| Left Swivel | 30 ° | -- |
| Right Swivel | 30 ° | -- |
| Pivot Adjustment | Yes | No |
| Left Pivot | 90 ° | -- |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° | -- |
| Dimensions, Weight & Design | ||
| Dimensions With Stand | 713.2 × 468.94 × 215 mm | 712.54 × 445.74 × 221.84 mm |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 713.2 × 410.34 × 57.5 mm | 712.54 × 412.77 × 61.36 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 9.34 kg (20.59 lbs) | 8.77 kg (19.33 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 6.52 kg (14.37 lbs) | 5.97 kg (13.16 lbs) |
| Stand Width | 287.5 mm (11.32 in) | 259.01 mm (10.20 in) |
| Stand Depth | 215 mm (8.46 in) | 221.84 mm (8.73 in) |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| 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 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Electric Current | -- | 1.5 A |
| Average Power Consumption | 30.5 W | 32 W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 335 W | 85 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3 W | 0.5 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W | 0.3 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) | 0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% – 80% | 10% – 80% |
| Operating Altitude | 5000 m | 5000 m |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 60 °C (-4 °F - 140 °F) | -20 °C - 60 °C (-4 °F - 140 °F) |
| Storage Humidity | 5% - 90% | 5% - 90% |
| Storage Altitude | 12192 m | 12192 m |
| Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features | ||
| Flicker-Free | Yes | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes | Yes |
| ComfortView Plus | Yes | Yes |
| Additional Monitor Features |
|
Dark Stabilizer; Dell Display and Peripheral Manager; Edge-to-Edge Glass Design; Sharpness; Smart HDR |
| Certifications, Standards & Licenses | ||
| Energy Star | Yes | Energy Star 8.0 |
| EPEAT | EPEAT Gold | -- |
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified Edge | -- |
| 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) |
| VESA DisplayHDR? | Display / HDR 600 | -- |
| RoHS | Yes | Yes |
| FCC | Yes | Yes |
| Included Accessories | ||
| HDMI Cable | -- | Yes |
| DisplayPort Cable | Yes | -- |
Verdict
Bottom line
The U3225QE suits creators who need an IPS panel, Thunderbolt 4 and brighter 450 nits. The S3225QS is the gamer's choice with a 4 ms VA panel, FreeSync Premium and speakers. The deciding factor is workstation connectivity against gaming features.
Buy this ifDell U3225QE
- IPS panel with 450 nits
- Thunderbolt 4 and 2.5 Gb Ethernet
- 99% DCI-P3 with swivel and pivot
Buy this ifDell S3225QS
- 2 HDMI 2.1 ports for consoles
- FreeSync Premium with 4 ms response
- 2 x 5 W speakers built in
| Use case | Better pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Photo & colour work | Dell U3225QE | 99% DCI-P3 against 95% |
| Console gaming | Dell S3225QS | 2 HDMI 2.1 with FreeSync Premium |
| Laptop docking | Dell U3225QE | Thunderbolt 4, KVM, Ethernet |
| Bright rooms | Dell U3225QE | 450 nits against 300 nits |
| Dark-room contrast | Tie | Both rated 3000:1 |
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: October 2026
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