Samsung UJ59 32-inch
Score: 62/100
Dell S3225QS
Score: 84/100Rankings
The Dell S3225QS is a 31.5-inch 4K VA monitor that pairs a high 120 Hz refresh rate with strong color coverage and HDR10 support. It offers a fully adjustable stand and built-in speakers, making it suitable for mixed productivity and casual gaming, though the VA panel's response and lack of USB-C may limit some users.
The Samsung 32" UJ59 Series LU32J590UQNXZA is a 4K VA-panel monitor delivering high contrast and eye-comfort features, suited for productivity and casual gaming but hampered by legacy DP bandwidth and limited HDMI capability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
32 inchesbest | 31.5 inches | |
60 Hz | 120 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 msbest | 4 msbest |
270 nits | 300 nitsbest | |
3,000best | 3,000best | |
100 %best | 99 % | |
2best | 2best | |
1best | 1best |
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| Attribute | | |
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Display(5) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 32 inches | 31.5 inches |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 Hz | 120 Hz |
HDR Support | false | true |
Brightness (nits) | 270 nits | 300 nits |
Color Gamut (sRGB %) (%) | 100 % | 99 % |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Tilt Range (°) | 17 ° | 21 ° |
Power & Warranty(1) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 59 W | 32 W |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers view the UJ59 as a cost-effective 32" 4K monitor that excels in contrast and color accuracy, but caution that its older DisplayPort version and spotty G-Sync support limit its appeal to gamers who need higher refresh rates or seamless NVIDIA compatibility.
Everyday users love the sharp 4K picture, deep blacks, and eye-comfort features, while repeatedly complaining about the DP bandwidth limitation, the visible logo, and occasional sync inconsistencies.
Professional reviewers praise the S3225QS for delivering premium-class 4K resolution at a 120 Hz refresh rate, solid color performance and an ergonomic stand, while noting the VA panel's typical drawbacks and the absence of USB-C.
Everyday users rate the monitor highly, highlighting the jump to 4K 120 Hz, sharp picture and good speakers, but mention a wobbly stand, missing USB ports and the VA panel's limited viewing angles.
“Sharp 4K picture and deep blacks make it great for media.”
“The visible Samsung logo on the front bezel is annoying.”
“Inconsistent NVIDIA G-Sync compatibility after driver updates.”
Choose Dell for fast-refresh gaming; choose Samsung for deeper blacks and better contrast.
