LG 27UP650K-W
Score: 78/100
Dell S3225QS
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Dell 32 Plus 4K Monitor delivers a large, high-resolution VA panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate, strong color coverage and built-in speakers, while offering a fully adjustable stand and eye-comfort features. It lacks modern USB-C connectivity and some users note a wobbly stand and the typical VA viewing-angle limitations.
The LG 27UP650K-W is a 27-inch 4K IPS monitor offering factory-calibrated color accuracy, HDR10 support and a fully adjustable ergonomic stand, aimed at content creators and productivity users. It lacks USB-C, variable refresh rate and built-in speakers, making it less suited for gaming or docking scenarios.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
27 inches | 31.5 inchesbest | |
60 Hz | 120 Hzbest | |
400 nitsbest | 300 nits | |
1,200 ratio | 1,500 ratiobest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 ms | 4 msbest |
2 countbest | 2 countbest | |
1 countbest | 1 countbest | |
0 countbest | 0 countbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(7) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 27 inches | 31.5 inches |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 Hz | 120 Hz |
Panel Type | IPS | VA |
Brightness (nits) | 400 nits | 300 nits |
Contrast Ratio (ratio) | 1200 ratio | 1500 ratio |
Response Time (ms) | 5 ms | 4 ms |
Color Gamut | 95% DCI-P3 | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
Audio(1) | ||
Built‑in Speakers | false | true |
Warranty & Power(1) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 40 W | 32 W |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight the monitor's strong color performance, wide viewing angles, and ergonomic flexibility, positioning it as a value-focused alternative to LG's higher-end UltraFine line. While HDR and lack of USB-C are noted drawbacks, the overall consensus is that it delivers solid productivity and creative capabilities at its price point.
Everyday users praise the crisp 4K display, accurate colors, and adjustable stand, noting reduced eye strain thanks to the anti-glare coating. Common complaints focus on the absence of USB-C connectivity and a less impressive HDR experience, with some mentioning the external power brick as a nuisance.
Professional reviewers praise the S3225QS for delivering premium-class 4K resolution at a 120 Hz refresh rate, solid color performance and a comfortable ergonomic stand, while noting the VA panel's slower dark-scene response and missing USB-C.
Everyday users rate the monitor highly (average 4.6/5), highlighting the jump to 120 Hz, sharp picture and good speakers, but complain about the wobbly stand and lack of USB-C.
“Great upgrade from 4K 60 Hz”
“Sharp and vibrant”
“Speakers are loud and clear”
