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Dell UltraSharp U2725QE vs Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV
Which one has the downsides you can live with?
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The short answer
Dell UltraSharp U2725QE ranks higher (#1 vs #3 of 8) and scores better on picture quality, text sharpness, ports & usb-c, reliability (dead pixels, flicker). Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV wins on stand & ergonomics.
The biggest complaint about the Dell UltraSharp U2725QE is wobbly stand; for the Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV it's low contrast and weak hdr. Pick the one whose catch bothers you less.
Side by side
| Dell UltraSharp U2725QE | Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV | |
|---|---|---|
| Rank in computer monitors | #1 | #3 |
| Price tier | $$$ | $$ |
| Type | USB-C hub monitor | 4K |
| Amazon 1–2★ share | 11% | 15% |
| Overall score | 4.3 | 3.8 |
| Picture quality | 4.5 | 3.5 |
| Text sharpness | 4.5 | 4.0 |
| Stand & ergonomics | 3.5 | 4.5 |
| Ports & USB-C | 5.0 | 4.0 |
| Reliability (dead pixels, flicker) | 4.0 | 3.0 |
Price tiers: $ under $200 · $$ $200–500 · $$$ over $500. Highlighted = clearly better (a score gap of 0.3 or more, or a 1–2★ share at least 3 points lower). Scores are explained, with sources, on each product's page.
Top complaints
Dell UltraSharp U2725QE
- Wobbly stand
Wirecutter says Dell attached this monitor to a subpar stand: if you type forcefully, the screen bobs along with the desk, and it recommends a monitor arm. RTINGS, by contrast, rates its ergonomics as outstanding.
- Reflections in bright rooms
RTINGS lists mediocre reflection handling as its only con. It says the screen reflects more than the Asus ProArt 6K and that reflected light has a pink tint, so the cheaper Dell S2725QC may be better in a bright room.
- Setup and compatibility trouble for some owners
Amazon's summary says some owners find it tricky to configure and that compatibility gets mixed reviews, with some saying it fails badly. One 1-star review reports lines of bad pixels within a year. An RTINGS reader also found daisy-chaining limited at 4K 120Hz.
Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV
- Low contrast and weak HDR
RTINGS lists a low contrast ratio, highlights that don't pop in HDR and a terrible local dimming feature. Wirecutter preferred the Dell U2725QE's richer blacks.
- Reliability, connection and dimming complaints
Amazon's summary says some owners report unreliability and connection issues, and some say the display became very dim.
- Fewer hub features than pricier rivals
RTINGS says it has a smaller USB hub than the U2725QE, no Thunderbolt and no KVM switch. It's also limited to 60Hz.
Source: RTINGS best work monitors
Who should pick which
Pick the Dell UltraSharp U2725QE if
A single-cable desk hub for a laptop (140W charging, KVM, Ethernet)
Sharp text and deep contrast for long workdays
Switching between a work laptop and a home PC
Skip it if: Your desk shakes or you type hard (Wirecutter suggests a monitor arm); You work in a sunny room (reflections); You want HDR or gaming performance
Pick the Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV if
Photo and design work without calibrating
Charging bigger laptops over USB-C (96W)
A fully adjustable stand on a mid budget
Skip it if: You work in a dark room or care about HDR (low contrast); You need a KVM switch or Thunderbolt; You want a 120Hz screen
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