
21.45″ Dell E2225HSM – Specs & Features
The Dell E2225HSM is a straightforward 21.45-inch VA monitor with a 1920 × 1080 screen.
Overview
The Dell E2225HSM is a straightforward 21.45-inch VA monitor with a 1920 × 1080 screen. It offers Full HD resolution, 102 ppi pixel density, 250 nits typical brightness and 3000:1 static contrast. The panel refreshes at 48–100 Hz and quotes 5 ms response. Inputs include 1× HDMI 1.4, 1× DisplayPort 1.2 and D-sub. The stand offers 130 mm of height adjustment, swivel and pivot. 2 × 2 W speakers are built in, and it weighs 4.11 kg with the stand. It suits everyday office, study and home use. The main trade-off: no USB-C input for single-cable laptop use.
- 21.45-inch VA, 1920 × 1080 at 102 ppi
- 48–100 Hz, 5 ms response
- 250 nits, 3000:1 contrast
- 1× HDMI 1.4, 1× DisplayPort 1.2, D-sub
- 130 mm height, swivel, pivot, 2 × 2 W speakers, 4.11 kg
Pros & Cons
- Stand offers 130 mm height, swivel and pivot adjustment
- 100 Hz is a clear step up from a 60 Hz office panel
- 3000:1 contrast gives deeper blacks than typical IPS
- Built-in 2 × 2 W speakers cover everyday audio
- HDMI and DisplayPort inputs cover a PC plus a second source
- No USB-C input for single-cable laptop use
- 250 nits typical brightness is modest for sunlit rooms
- VA panel can smear dark transitions in fast scenes
- Few video inputs limit multi-device desks
Score & Ratings
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dell |
| Model | E2225HSM |
| Full Product Name | Dell E2225HSM |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 21.45 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 544.85 mm (21.45 in) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 476.06 mm (18.74 in) |
| Active Display Height | 267.79 mm (10.54 in) |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 89.66% |
| Panel Type | VA |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte (3H) |
21.5" Display Size (54.5 cm) 16:9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 102 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.249 mm (millimeters) |
Resolution at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits |
| FRC | No |
| Display Colors | 16.8 million colors (24 bits) |
| Typical Brightness | 250 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 3000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 100 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 5 ms |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| HDMI Version | 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.2 |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| HDCP Version | 1.4 |
Ports & Connections
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 130 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | 130 mm (5.12 in) |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 21 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 173 ° |
| Right Swivel | 183 ° |
| Pivot Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Pivot | 90 ° |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 492 × 348 × 211.5 mm |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 492 × 289 × 54.3 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 4.11 kg (9.06 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 2.26 kg (4.98 lbs) |
| Stand Width | 257 mm (10.12 in) |
| Stand Depth | 211.5 mm (8.33 in) |
Power & Operating Conditions 15
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Electric Current | 0.7 A |
| Average Power Consumption | 11.4 W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 25 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 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 |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| ComfortView Plus | Yes |
| Additional Monitor Features | 3-side bezelless design; Dell Display Manager; Anti-theft stand lock slot - Kensington |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses 7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | ENERGY STAR 8.0 |
| EPEAT | EPEAT Gold with Climate+ |
| 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 |
| RoHS | Yes |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | Yes |
Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Draws more power than 100% of the 701 comparable displays we track.
