The useful part of this UltraSharp is what happens when you come back to your desk. A compatible laptop can pick up its display, power and wired accessories through the same upstream cable. Dell offers that arrangement at two sizes, both with a 4K desktop.
In depth
Dell UltraSharp U2725QE / U3225QE review
Published
Best forLaptop users who want their display to take over the work of a Thunderbolt dock.
At a glance
- Screen size
- 27 inches27 inches31.5 inches31.5 inches
- Panel technology
- IPS Black
- Native resolution
- 3840 × 2160
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
Pros
- Thunderbolt hub and Ethernet reduce separate connections.
- Two screen sizes share 4K at 120 Hz.
Cons
- 140 W delivery depends on the laptop and cable.
- Office-friendly 120 Hz does not guarantee crisp fast motion.
Display
- 4K
- IPS Black
- 120 Hz
Choose size by viewing distance. The 27-inch U2725QE fits the same number of pixels into a smaller area, which suits a close desk and fine print. On the 31.5-inch U3225QE the image is physically larger. You can keep more text readable from farther back without changing the document.
Motion & Picture Quality
- Enhanced IPS Black
On the 27-inch U2725QE, RTINGS found text very clear but moving objects blurry in fast games. These findings describe the 27-inch test unit. A 120 Hz desktop still updates twice as frequently as a 60 Hz one, which is helpful when moving windows or scrolling a long sheet. 1
Connectivity
- Thunderbolt 4
- Up to 140 W to the host
- 2.5 GbE
Ethernet and peripherals can stay at the monitor when you take your laptop away. To replace the laptop charger, check the computer’s supported USB power level. To chain another display, check the host’s external-display support as well as the resolution and refresh rate you expect both screens to run.
Alternatives
If you already own a dock that drives your monitors reliably, a simpler 4K screen can do the visual part of the job. The Dell S2725DC offers a less demanding QHD alternative with up to 65 W USB-C power for a lighter laptop.
Verdict
The UltraSharp earns its desk space when it can retire a dock or make a two-machine desk easier to use. Choose the viewing size first, then check whether your computer can use the hub’s display and charging features.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- RTINGSDell U2725QE review (opens in a new tab)https://www.rtings.com/monitor/reviews/dell/u2725qe
Text clarity and motion blur on the 27-inch U2725QE test unit.