RATED
Great
8.4/10
51.5″ Dell U5226KW – Specs & Features
The Dell UltraSharp U5226KW is a 51.5-inch curved 6K monitor built to replace an entire desk of screens and docks at once.
Dell●Monitor
Display
51.5", IPS Curved (4200R), 6144 × 2560
51.5
Refresh Rate
48Hz – 120Hz
48Hz
Brightness
400 nits
Contrast Ratio
1,700:1
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- 6144 x 2560 at 130 PPI across 51.5 inches
- Thunderbolt 4 at 140 W with 2.5 GbE networking
- Auto KVM across up to four sources
- 99% DCI-P3 with X-Rite calibration support
- 18 W of built-in audio and multiple VESA patterns
Cons
- 1700:1 contrast is modest for the price
- Tilt of only -5 to +10 degrees, 90 mm of height
- 5 ms response rules out gaming
- 1223 mm wide it needs a dedicated desk
Score & Ratings
8.4/10
Great
Model Information
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dell |
| Series | UltraSharp |
| Model | U5226KW |
| Model Alias | UltraSharp U5226KWUltraSharp 52 Thunderbolt Hub Monitor |
| Full Product Name | Dell UltraSharp U5226KW |
| Model Year | 2026 |
Display & Panel
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 51.5-inch |
| Radius of Curvature | 4200R |
| Aspect Ratio | 2.4:1 |
| Display Area | 93.78% |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Panel Technology | IPS panel with wide 178° / 178° viewing anglesCurved (4200R) ultra-wide 6K display10-bit color via 8-bit + FRC (1.07B colors)Edge LED backlight100% sRGB / 99% DCI-P3 color coverageIPS Black technology for enhanced contrastAnti-Glare Low Reflectance (AGLR) coatingFlicker-free technologyLow Blue Light - Hardware Solution Category IAmbient Light Sensor |
52.5" Display Size (133.3 cm) 21:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 6144 × 2560 |
| Pixel Density | 130 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.196 mm |
Picture Quality & Color
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10-bit (8-bit + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1.07 Billion |
DESK DISTANCE FIT
65cm
CompactIdeal FitWideUltra-Wide
Spans well beyond central vision — ideal for multitasking, edges will need head turns.
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Refresh Rate Range | 48Hz – 120Hz |
Ports & Connectivity
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 2× HDMI 2.1 |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.1 |
| HDMI FRL | Yes |
| DisplayPort Input | 2× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.4 |
| USB-C Video Input | 1× USB-C |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| HDCP Version | HDCP 2.2 |
Ports & Connections
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 × 100 mm200 × 100 mm200 × 200 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 × 100 mm200 × 100 mm200 × 200 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 90 mm |
| Height Range | 90 mm |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight With Stand | 18.23 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 12.95 kg |
Power & Operating Conditions
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 110–240V |
| AC Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Typical Power Consumption | 63.6W |
| Average Power Consumption | 63.6W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 430W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3W |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | Energy Star |
| EPEAT | EPEAT |
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified |
| TCO Certified Edge | TCO Certified Edge |
| RoHS | RoHS |
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Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
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Monthly—
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Uses about 0% less power than the average we track in this category.
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