Display
23.8", IPS, 1920 × 1080 (Full HD)
23.8
Refresh Rate
47Hz – 120Hz
47Hz
Brightness
300 nits
Contrast Ratio
1,000:1
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Overview
The Dell E2426HB is a 23.8-inch 1080p office monitor with something you would not expect at this level: a 5 MP camera with IR face recognition, auto framing and a dual microphone array. On an E-series budget panel that is genuinely unusual - it means Windows Hello sign-in and decent video calls with no extra hardware. The rest is sensibly specified rather than exciting: an IPS panel at 92 PPI with 1000:1 contrast, 300 cd/m2, 120 Hz refresh, four USB-A ports, 6 W speakers and a stand with 130 mm of height, +/-173 degree swivel and a full pivot. Buy it as a video-call workhorse for a small desk; skip it if you need colour accuracy or sharpness - it is 8-bit with 72% NTSC coverage.
BrandDellPanel TypeIPSResolution1920 x 1080Refresh Rate47-120 Hz
Key Highlights
- 5 MP camera with IR face recognition and auto framing built in
- Dual microphone array and 6 W speakers - calls need no extra hardware
- 120 Hz on a budget office panel
- +/-173 degree swivel with 130 mm height and a full pivot
- Very efficient at 13.8 W average draw
Who Should Buy the Dell E2426HB
+ Best For
Video-call desks
a 5 MP camera, IR recognition and dual mics built in
Windows Hello users
IR face recognition without a separate webcam
Small offices
539 mm wide with an excellent stand
Efficient fleets
13.8 W draw with EPEAT and TCO certification
× Not Ideal For
Detail work
92 PPI at 1080p across 23.8 inches
Colour work
8-bit with 72% NTSC coverage
Gaming
a 5 ms response despite the 120 Hz panel
Dark rooms
1000:1 contrast lifts blacks
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
47-120 Hz
smooth scrolling on a budget office panel
Response Time
5 ms (GtG) / 1 ms (MPRT)
adequate for work
Brightness
300 cd/m2
fine indoors, weak near a window
Contrast
1000:1
standard IPS
Colour Gamut
72% NTSC, 8-bit
basic; this is not a colour panel
HDR
Not listed
no HDR tier is claimed
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate120 Hzgenerous for an office monitor
Response Time5 ms (GtG)fast games will smear
VRR / Adaptive SyncAMD FreeSynctear-free within its range
GPU Requirementminimal - 1080p at 120 fps suits entry hardware
HDR & Brightness Reality
No HDR is listed, which is correct for a 300 cd/m2, 1000:1 office panel with 72% NTSC colour coverage. There is nothing here for HDR to work with, and Dell has not pretended otherwise. What the budget went into instead is the camera system - 5 MP with IR recognition, auto framing and dual mics - plus a stand that swivels 173 degrees. For an office desk, those get used every day in a way HDR never would.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI1 x HDMI 2.1more than a 1080p panel needs
DisplayPortDisplayPort inputalongside HDMI
USB-CNot listed as videothe hub runs from USB-B upstream
USB Hub1 x USB-B upstream, 4 x USB-A downstreama generous port count
Audio Out2 x 3 W speakers built in (6 W)plus a dual microphone array
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint23.8-inch 16:9, 539 mm widelight and compact
StandIncluded, removableexcellent movement for the price
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmstandard arm fit
Tilt-5 to +21 degreesa wide range
Height Adjust130 mmgenerous for an E-series panel
Swivel / PivotSwivel +/-173 degrees, pivot +/-90 degreesit turns almost fully around
Real-World Use Cases
a 5 MP camera, auto framing and dual mics with no extra kit
IR face recognition for Windows Hello
+/-173 degree swivel turns the screen to a colleague
13.8 W draw with EPEAT and TCO certification
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 5 MP camera with IR face recognition and auto framing
- Dual mic array and 6 W speakers calls need nothing extra
- 120 Hz on a budget office panel
- Excellent stand: 130 mm height, +/-173 swivel, full pivot
- 13.8 W draw with EPEAT and TCO certification
Cons
- 92 PPI soft for detail work
- 8-bit with only 72% NTSC coverage
- 5 ms response despite the 120 Hz panel
- 1000:1 contrast and no HDR
Score & Ratings
6.6/10
Good
Model Information
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dell |
| Series | E Series |
| Model | E2426HB |
| Full Product Name | Dell E2426HB |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Available Colors | Black |
Display & Panel
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 23.8-inch |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Display Area | 87.85% |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Panel Technology | IPS panel with wide 178°/178° viewing anglesEdge LED backlight72% NTSC color coverageAnti-glare/Matte (3H) coatingAMD FreeSync technology1ms MPRT motion clarityFlicker-free technologyLow Blue Light |
Resolution & Pixel Details
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| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 × 1080 (Full HD) | |
| Pixel Density | 92 PPI | 92 PPI - 1080p across 23.8 inches; fine for documents, soft for detail. |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.275 mm |
Picture Quality & Color
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Display Colors | 16.7 Million |
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Refresh Rate Range | 47Hz – 120Hz |
Ports & Connectivity
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 1× HDMI 2.1 |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.4 |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| HDCP Version | HDCP 1.4 |
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | Yes |
| Camera Resolution | 2592 × 1944 |
| Camera Image Resolution | 2592 × 1944 |
| Camera Video Resolution | 2592 × 1944 |
| Camera Megapixels | 5 MP |
| Camera Field of View | 88° |
| IR Camera | Yes |
| Auto Framing | Yes |
| Privacy Shutter | Yes |
Ergonomics & Stand
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 × 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 × 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 130 mm |
| Height Range | 130 mm |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight With Stand | 4.95 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 3.05 kg |
Power & Operating Conditions
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| AC Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Typical Power Consumption | 13.8W |
| Average Power Consumption | 13.8W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 74W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3W |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | ENERGY STAR 8.0 |
| EPEAT | EPEAT |
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified |
| 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 | RoHS |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Is the built-in camera actually good? +
For a monitor, unusually so. It is 5 MP (2592 x 1944) with an IR sensor for face recognition, auto framing and a dual microphone array - well beyond a typical laptop webcam, and it removes the need for a separate one.
02 Does IR face recognition mean Windows Hello? +
✓ Yes - that is the point of the IR sensor. You sign in by looking at the screen rather than typing a password, which is normally a laptop-only feature.
03 Why does an office monitor have 120 Hz? +
Because it costs almost nothing now. Scrolling and cursor movement look smoother than 60 Hz. It is not a gaming feature here - the 5 ms response makes sure of that.
04 Is 72% NTSC coverage a problem? +
For documents, spreadsheets and calls, no. For anything colour-sensitive, yes - that is a basic gamut, and no DCI-P3 figure is published at all. This is a productivity panel, not a design one.
05 How good is the stand? +
Better than the price suggests. 130 mm of height, +/-173 degrees of swivel and a full +/-90 pivot is more movement than many mid-range monitors offer.
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