MSI MAG 321CUPDF 31.5" Black 2024
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" Black, Silver, Dual Color 2025
What Buyers Say
MSI MAG 321CUPDF 31.5" Black 2024
Overall sentiment is moderately positive. Most reviewers praise the monitor's specifications and performance, but one detailed review highlights excessive backlight bleeding and slow response time, which significantly lowers the average sentiment.
Pros
- good monitor specifications
- easy setup
- includes DP cable
- no dead pixels detected
- positive gaming experience in PS5
Cons
- excessive backlight bleeding
- slow response time
- overpriced for quality
- delivered with damaged box
- too large for small desk
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
| MSI MAG 321CUPDF 31.5" | Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 31.5" | 39.7" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 5120 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | VA | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✓ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | 2,500 |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 320 Hz★ | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.5 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | Adaptive-Sync | Adaptive-Sync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | — | 600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 136% sRGB | 100% sRGB, 100% Rec. 709, 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR 600 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR600 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 1 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Speakers | — | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | — | ✓★ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✓★ |
| Power | — | 380W★ |
| Weight | 6.59 kg★ | 8.35 kg |
Pros & Cons
MSI MAG 321CUPDF 31.5" Black 2024
- Strong performance (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong display (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average ergonomic (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average social proof (28th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (29th 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 6 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 31 specs.