Main trade-off
Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor
This is the S2725QS without USB-C video, not the similarly named S2725QC.
Head-to-head
Dell S2725QS vs U2723QE: S2725QS favors 120Hz motion, UltraSharp replaces laptop docking accessories
The short answer
Choose S2725QS for 120Hz 4K motion with a desktop setup. U2723QE suits a laptop desk that needs USB-C charging, Ethernet and a KVM.
Before you choose
The reasoning and the trade-offs
Compare detail at the actual screen size
S2725QS works out to about 163.2 pixels per inch, versus 163.2 for U2723QE. Their pixel densities are close enough that layout and connection needs are stronger separators.
What this is based on
Pixels per inch = √(width² + height²) / diagonal. Inputs are 3840 × 2160 at 27 inches and 3840 × 2160 at 27 inches. Published nominal diagonals make these approximate.
Main trade-off
Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitor
Its USB-C upstream connection is not Thunderbolt.
Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor
- Choose it for
- Use a desktop with separate peripherals
- Want 120Hz at 4K
- Main trade-off
- This is the S2725QS without USB-C video, not the similarly named S2725QC.
Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitor
- Choose it for
- Dock a laptop through USB-C
- Share peripherals between two computers
- Main trade-off
- Its USB-C upstream connection is not Thunderbolt.
About this comparison
Choose S2725QS for 120Hz 4K motion with a desktop setup. U2723QE suits a laptop desk that needs USB-C charging, Ethernet and a KVM.
The USB-C omission changes the complete setup
Winner by situation
Start with what you need it to do
Use a desktop with separate peripherals
S2725QS provides 4K at up to 120 Hz without USB-C video or charging. A desktop with separate peripheral connections can avoid depending on a monitor dock.
- Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor
- Better fit
- Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitor
- Depends
Dock a laptop through USB-C
U2723QE provides USB-C video and up to 90 W laptop power. S2725QS lacks that video-and-charge connection.
- Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor
- Not suitable
- Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitor
- Better fit
Want 120Hz at 4K
S2725QS reaches 120 Hz at 4K, while U2723QE stops at 60 Hz. Confirm the computer and display cable support the requested mode.
- Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor
- Better fit
- Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitor
- Not suitable
Share peripherals between two computers
U2723QE documents a KVM for shared peripherals. Confirm the two upstream connections and switching arrangement before buying for a two-computer desk.
- Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor
- Depends
- Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitor
- Better fit
What matters in practice
The differences that matter
Compare detail at the actual screen size
S2725QS works out to about 163.2 pixels per inch, versus 163.2 for U2723QE. Their pixel densities are close enough that layout and connection needs are stronger separators.
How we reached this conclusion
Pixels per inch = √(width² + height²) / diagonal. Inputs are 3840 × 2160 at 27 inches and 3840 × 2160 at 27 inches. Published nominal diagonals make these approximate.
Separate native detail from game speed
S2725QS draws 8.3 million native pixels per frame and U2723QE 8.3 million. Their refresh ceilings are 120Hz and 60Hz respectively.
How we reached this conclusion
Native pixels = width × height. Refresh interval =1000 / Hz, giving 8.3 and 16.7 ms. These are signal and cadence calculations, not measured frame rates, input lag or pixel response.
The QS suffix can add a dock to your shopping list
S2725QS has no USB-C video or laptop charging, while U2723QE supplies a 90W USB-C hub.
How we reached this conclusion
Exact records: S2725QS usbCVideo false and usbCPowerW 0. U2723QE usbCVideo true and 90W.
Choice A
Dell, S2725QS
27 Plus 4K Monitor
A 27-inch 4K screen with 120Hz refresh is a useful middle ground for sharp text, spreadsheets and relaxed gaming. Choose it for a desktop or a laptop that already has a dock.
- Best matched use
- Sharp desktop work with smoother scrolling
Checked facts
- 27-inch 3840 by 2160 IPS panel at 120Hz
- Two HDMI inputs and DisplayPort 1.4, with no USB-C video
- Height adjusts through 130 mm
Choice B
Dell, U2723QE
UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitor
A sharp 4K panel, Ethernet and a USB hub make the U2723QE useful for a laptop that spends most days at a desk. Its 90-watt connection is more important than a newer model number if it covers your laptop's needs.
- Best matched use
- A wired 4K work desk with one laptop cable
Checked facts
- 27-inch 3840 by 2160 IPS Black panel at 60Hz
- USB-C video input with up to 90 watts
- DisplayPort output and gigabit Ethernet
Meaningful differences
What changes the fit
| What changes | Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor | Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitor | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native resolution | 3840 × 2160 | 3840 × 2160 | Operating-system scaling changes usable logical workspace. |
| Panel diagonal | 27 in | 27 in | A nominal screen class may differ slightly from the measured active diagonal. |
| Maximum refresh | 120Hz | 60Hz | Check the exact input, resolution and overclock conditions. |
| Panel technology | IPS | IPS Black | Panel type alone does not establish a measured color or motion winner. |
| Laptop power | No USB-C laptop charging | Up to 90W | Host, cable and negotiated power profile must support the desired delivery. |
| Chassis width | Check exact drawing | Check exact drawing | Allow additional room for cables, arms and neighboring equipment. |
| Stand depth | Check exact drawing | Check exact drawing | The included stand can take more desk depth than the display cabinet. |
What you give up
Every choice has a cost
If you choose Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor
- Its speakers do not turn it into a webcam or conferencing monitor.
If you choose Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitor
- The panel tops out at 60Hz, which is less fluid for scrolling than newer 120Hz UltraSharp models.
What matters in practice
How to make the call
The USB-C omission changes the complete setup
S2725QS does not provide USB-C video and charging. A laptop buyer may need a separate dock, even though the screen resolution matches U2723QE.
The smoother model is not the denser model
Both panels are 27-inch 4K. S2725QS doubles the maximum refresh rate, but text density and native pixel count remain equal.
The hub features matter only if connected
U2723QE adds 90W delivery, Ethernet and KVM capability. Those can simplify a desk, provided the computer and upstream cabling support the planned arrangement.
What this comparison cannot tell you
- Pixel density and refresh intervals are calculations from published specifications, not a measured visual-quality or latency test.
- USB-C power is a maximum negotiated ceiling. It does not promise full-speed charging for every laptop.
What the facts say
What the comparison shows
Useful conclusions from the current computer monitors comparison, followed by the checked facts used to reach them.
Compared set
All 50 models remain in view on this guide. The answer comes from the facts and trade-offs shown on the page.
50 matching models from 50 checkedMeasured difference
Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor lists 120 Hz for maximum refresh rate, 100% above Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitor at 60 Hz.
- Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor
- 120 Hz
- Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitor
- 60 Hz
- Comparable models
- 44 of 50
See the checked facts and calculation notes
Match countNo matcher need is preselected here. Open the matcher to add the needs that apply to your home, room or setup.
Calculation noteThis uses the highest published refresh mode. Resolution, connection and color settings can limit when that rate is available. 44 of 50 models have comparable published figures for context.
| Product | Needs matched | Checked facts | Source records |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor | No positive match recorded for these needs |
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| Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitor | No positive match recorded for these needs |
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Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor
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