ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMES 26.5" vs Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7"
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMES 26.5" Black 2026
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" Black, Silver, Dual Color 2025
What Buyers Say
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMES 26.5" Black 2026
This ASUS ROG Strix OLED monitor is overwhelmingly praised for its stunning picture quality, vibrant colors, and smooth 240Hz refresh rate. Users highlight the glossy screen's exceptional contrast and brightness, making it a great value for the price. While a few mention minor concerns like the 400-nit brightness cap and potential burn-in, the overall sentiment is highly positive, with many calling it the best monitor they've owned.
Pros
- Vivid colors
- Smooth 240Hz refresh rate
- Glossy screen with deep blacks
- Great value for price
- Easy setup
Cons
- 400 nits brightness cap
- Potential burn-in risk
- Not ideal for mounted setups
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" Black, Silver, Dual Color 2025
The Dell UltraSharp U4025QW is widely praised as an exceptional productivity monitor, with users highlighting its stunning 5K2K resolution, vibrant IPS Black colors, and excellent text clarity. The built-in Thunderbolt 4 hub and KVM switch are major selling points, simplifying multi-device setups and reducing desk clutter. However, some users report significant issues with firmware updates, particularly on Macs, and note that the monitor is heavy and its anti-glare coating is less effective than competitors. Overall, it is considered a premium, high-value investment for professionals despite a few notable drawbacks.
Pros
- Exceptional 5K2K resolution
- Vibrant IPS Black colors
- Built-in Thunderbolt 4 hub
- Effective KVM switch
- Excellent text clarity
Cons
- Firmware update issues on Mac
- Heavy (19 lbs)
- Anti-glare coating less effective
- KVM limited to two devices
- Thick design for webcams
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMES 26.5" | Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 26.5" | 39.7" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 5120 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | OLED★ | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✓ |
| Curvature | — | 2,500 |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz★ | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ | Adaptive-Sync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 200 nits | 600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 99% | 100% sRGB, 100% Rec. 709, 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| HDR | HDR10 | DisplayHDR 600 |
| HDR Support | HDR10★ | HDR600 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Power | 25W★ | 380W |
| Weight | 6.80 kg★ | 8.35 kg |
Pros & Cons
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMES 26.5" Black 2026
- Strong performance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average portability (28th percentile)
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" Black, Silver, Dual Color 2025
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong color (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 4 of 31 specs.