HP EliteDisplay E243i 24" vs Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7"
HP EliteDisplay E243i 24" Black / Silver 2018
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" Black, Silver, Dual Color 2025
What Buyers Say
HP EliteDisplay E243i 24" Black / Silver 2018
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this monitor, praising its perfect size, easy setup, and solid build quality. The matte display is noted as easy on the eyes, reducing eye strain during long work sessions. While excellent for office tasks and photo work, it is not recommended for serious gaming or video editing. Overall, it offers great value for professional use.
Pros
- Perfect size for office work
- Easy setup and installation
- Solid build quality and stand
- Matte display reduces eye strain
- Good connectivity (HDMI, USB, DisplayPort)
Cons
- Not suitable for serious gaming
- Not recommended for video editing
- No built-in speakers
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
| HP EliteDisplay E243i 24" | Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 24" | 39.7" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 5120 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 21:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✓ |
| Curvature | — | 2,500 |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 5 ms | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | — | Adaptive-Sync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits | 600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB | 100% sRGB, 100% Rec. 709, 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR 600 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR600 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | N/A | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Power | 45W★ | 380W |
| Weight | 6.36 kg★ | 8.35 kg |
Pros & Cons
HP EliteDisplay E243i 24" Black / Silver 2018
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong social proof (78th percentile)
- Strong connectivity (71st percentile)
- Below average feature (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average performance (22nd 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 7 of 31 specs.