23.8″ Dell SE2426H – Specs & Features
Dell ● Monitor ●
At a glance
The Dell SE2426H is a 23.8-inch Full HD Monitor designed for gaming and multimedia. It features a IPS panel for accurate colours and wide viewing angles. The Monitor is suitable for gaming and creative work and includes 48Hz – 144Hz refresh rate and HDMI connectivity. However, it may not be ideal for no height adjustment, pivot, or swivel. It scores Good — 6.6/10 across our display performance benchmarks.
- IPS panel delivers consistent colour accuracy across a 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle.
Model Year
2026
Size Class
24"
Panel Type
IPS
Scores and analysis are based on DisplayInput – Monitor & TV Specs Comparison's display benchmark methodology across 6 verified specifications. Data sourced from Dell's official specifications and independent lab measurements.
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Display Performance
Overall Score
Combined display quality score
66
/100
Refresh Rate
Higher is smoother — 144Hz+ ideal for gaming
60
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Response Time
Lower is better — 1ms GtG excellent
52
/100
Brightness
Panel brightness in nits — 1000+ for strong HDR
30
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The Dell SE2426H achieves an overall display score of 6.6/10. With a 144Hz refresh rate and 4ms response time, it delivers excellent motion clarity for gaming and fast-paced content. Typical brightness of 300 nits is adequate for indoor use.
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Who Should Buy the Dell SE2426H
Perfect For
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PC Gamers 144Hz
Fluid motion 60Hz cannot match
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Office & Remote Workers IPS
Accurate colour at every viewing angle
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Students & Everyday Users All-Round
One screen handles classes, calls, and streaming
Not Ideal For
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HDR Enthusiasts No HDR
No certified HDR. Streaming HDR-flagged content will be downgraded to SDR automatically.
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Colour-Critical Creators Std Gamut
Colour gamut is below the 90% DCI-P3 threshold for professional creative work. Edited photos may not match output.
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Dark-Room Cinema Fans IPS Panel
IPS produces a subtle grey glow in completely dark rooms. VA or OLED produces genuinely black dark scenes.
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Quick Advice: Buy this for
144Hz 1080p gaming and daily use.
At 144Hz, 1080p and pixel density, this is a strong all-rounder. If your workflow is purely creative rather than gaming, a 60Hz wide-gamut panel offers better colour at lower cost.
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Real-World Use Cases
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Motion stays sharp through fast camera pans
144Hz keeps enemies mid-sprint clear, not blurred. FreeSync maintains smooth output when frame rate fluctuates.
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Colour accurate at every angle, all day
IPS stays consistent at 178° — shared-screen reviews and standing desks included.
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Smooth playback for YouTube and Netflix
Adequate refresh rate and colour output for all major streaming platforms at full quality.
Each scenario is derived from confirmed Dell SE2426H specs. Real-world results vary with system configuration and content source.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- 144Hz refresh rate + AMD FreeSync + 1ms MPRT
- Very low power (13.3W avg, 28W max)
- Lightweight (2.76 kg without stand)
- Low annual energy consumption (45 kWh)
- Affordable entry gaming monitor
Cons
- No height adjustment, pivot, or swivel
- Only 2×HDMI 1.4 (no DisplayPort)
- No USB hub
- NTSC 72% color gamut
- Full HD only
We identified 5 advantages and 5 limitations for the Dell SE2426H. The trade-offs are worth evaluating against your specific needs before purchasing. All 10 points are derived from verified specifications and independently confirmed benchmark data.
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Score & Ratings
6.6/10
Good
The Dell SE2426H earns a solid overall score of 6.6/10. Our editors evaluate each Monitor across display quality, colour accuracy, motion performance, and connectivity.
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Basic Information
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Brand | Dell | |
| Model | SE2426H | |
| Series | SE | |
| Model Alias | - | |
| Model Year | 2026 |
✓ Good 2026 — current generation. Latest panel technology and features.
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Display
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Size Class | 23.8-inch |
△ Average 23" — compact. Good as a secondary screen or space-constrained desk.
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| Panel Type | IPS |
✓ Good IPS — consistent colour accuracy across 178° viewing angle. No colour shift when viewed from the side.
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| Curvature | -- | |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1080 (Full HD) |
△ Average Full HD (1920×1080) — adequate up to 24–27". Pixels become visible on larger panels at close range.
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| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Standard 16:9 — universal for all streaming, gaming, and productivity content worldwide.
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| Pixel Density | 92 PPI |
△ Average 92 PPI — adequate sharpness for monitor use. Comfortable for text and media at 50–80cm.
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| Pixel Pitch | 0.275 mm |
△ Average 0.275 mm pitch — standard. Pixels become visible on close inspection of large panels.
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| Display Area | 89.47% |
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Color & HDR
5
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Color Depth | 8-bit |
△ Average 8-bit — 16.7 million colours. Fine for SDR and everyday use; banding may appear in HDR gradients.
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| Colors | 16.7 Million | |
| sRGB | - |
sRGB not listed separately. DCI-P3 coverage (above) is the more relevant metric for modern HDR content.
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| DCI-P3 Coverage | - |
DCI-P3 coverage not published by the manufacturer for this model.
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| HDR Support | - |
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Brightness & Contrast
3
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Brightness (Typical) | 300 cd/m² |
△ Average 300 cd/m² — comfortable indoors. May wash out next to a bright window or in direct sunlight.
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| Peak Brightness | - |
OLED brightness varies per pixel and scene. Manufacturers often omit a fixed nit figure; contrast quality exceeds most LED panels anyway.
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| Contrast | 1,000:1 |
⚠ Limited 1,000:1 — below average. Blacks look greyish in dark viewing environments.
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Performance
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Refresh Rate | 48Hz – 144Hz |
✓ Good 144Hz — clear upgrade over 60Hz. Games feel noticeably more fluid in every genre.
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| Response Time | 4 ms (GtG) / 1 ms (MPRT) |
✓ Good 4 ms (GtG) / 1 ms (MPRT) GtG — fast enough for gaming with minimal trailing behind moving objects.
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| Adaptive Sync | AMD FreeSync |
✓ Good Variable Refresh Rate — GPU and display sync together. Eliminates screen tearing and reduces stutter in games.
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Display Technologies
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Advanced Display Technologies | IPS panel with wide 178°/178° viewing angles W-LED backlight 72% NTSC color coverage 144Hz refresh rate + 1ms MPRT Anti-glare/Matte (3H) coating Flicker-free technology Low Blue Light |
Anti-glare matte coating. 178° wide viewing angles.
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Camera
1
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Camera | No |
⚠ Limited No built-in camera. An external webcam is needed for video calls.
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Audio
1
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Audio | - |
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Connectivity & Ports
2
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Ports | 2 × HDMI 1.4 HDCP 1.4 |
✓ Good HDMI — standard display connection for consoles and laptops.
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| Wireless | - |
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Ergonomics
6
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| VESA Mount | 100 × 100 mm | |
| Height Adjustment | No height adjustment | |
| Pivot | No pivot |
⚠ Limited No pivot — cannot rotate to portrait orientation.
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| Swivel | No swivel |
⚠ Limited No swivel — stand cannot rotate left/right. Adjust by moving the whole monitor.
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| Tilt | -5° to +21° |
✓ Good Tilt ±5° — adjustable screen angle reduces neck strain and matches your eye level.
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| Removable Stand | Yes |
✓ Good Stand detaches cleanly from the panel — mount on any VESA arm or wall bracket without a leftover collar.
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Gaming Features
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Gaming Features | AMD FreeSync 144Hz refresh rate 1ms MPRT |
✓ Good AMD FreeSync (tear-free).
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Smart & Software Features
2
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Operating System | - |
No smart OS — this is a PC monitor. All input comes from connected computers or consoles.
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| Smart Features | AMD FreeSync technology Dell Display Manager with Easy Arrange Flicker-free technology Low Blue Light |
✓ Good AMD FreeSync technology
Dell Display Manager with Easy Arrange
Flicker-free technology
Low Blue Light — software features including OSD controls and display calibration tools.
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Power Consumption
5
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Voltage | 100–240V |
✓ Good Universal or wide-range power supply. Compatible with outlets in the US, UK, EU, and most countries.
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| Frequency | 50/60Hz |
50/60Hz AC supply — compatible with worldwide power grids including US, UK, EU, and AU.
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| Average Consumption | 13.3W |
✓ Good 13.3W — very energy efficient. Low electricity cost even for all-day use.
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| Maximum Consumption | 28W | |
| Standby | 0.3W |
✓ Good 0.3W standby — near-zero idle power. Excellent energy compliance.
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Certificates
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Certificates | ENERGY STAR 8.0 EPEAT RoHS TCO Certified TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort - 3 star TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certified TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified |
✓ Good ENERGY STAR — US energy efficiency standard. EPEAT — sustainable electronics certification. RoHS — EU hazardous substances compliant. CE — meets EU safety & electromagnetic standards. TCO Certified — sustainable IT product standard.
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Design, Build & Dimensions
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Without Stand Width | 538.64 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Height | 412.26 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Depth | 178.81 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Weight | 3.37 kg |
✓ Good 3.37 kg — lightweight; easy to position or wall-mount solo.
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| With Stand Width | 538.64 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Height | 324.21 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Depth | 47.7 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Weight | 2.76 kg |
✓ Good 2.76 kg — lightweight; easy to position or wall-mount solo.
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| Color | Black |
Available colour finish for this unit.
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Operating Conditions
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Temperature | 0°C – 40°C |
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
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| Humidity | 10% – 80% |
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
01 What type of panel does the Dell SE2426H use? ›
It features an IPS panel, which delivers wide 178° viewing angles and consistent colour accuracy. Colours stay accurate whether you're sitting centred or off to the side.
02 Can the Dell SE2426H handle gaming? ›
✓ Yes — the 144Hz refresh rate makes fast-paced titles noticeably smoother than 60Hz. Fast camera pans and character movement stay sharp. 4ms response time minimises ghosting. FreeSync support prevents tearing without V-Sync input lag.
03 Who is the Dell SE2426H best for? ›
It is best suited for gamers, office users. It is less ideal for professional colour grading — there are better-spec'd options for those needs. Check the "Who Should Buy" section above for a full profile breakdown.
04 Does the IPS panel cause issues in dark rooms? ›
IPS panels produce a slight glow in very dark rooms when displaying black content — this is normal for the technology. It is most noticeable in pitch-black rooms. For dark-room cinematic use, a VA or OLED panel would produce deeper blacks. For everyday and office use it is not an issue.
05 Is the Dell SE2426H worth buying in 2026? ›
Dell SE2426H remains a competitive option in 2026. 144Hz refresh keeps motion smooth for gaming, which remains relevant as 144Hz+ is now the expected baseline. Before purchasing, compare the current street price against newer models at the same price point to confirm it offers the best value for your use case.
Questions are generated from Dell SE2426H specifications. For full technical data, see the Specifications tab above.
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