Thinlerain HD-173 17.3" vs Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7"
Thinlerain HD-173 17.3" Black 2025
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" Black, Silver, Dual Color 2025
What Buyers Say
Thinlerain HD-173 17.3" Black 2025
This ultra-budget VESA-compatible monitor offers great value for those needing a compact second screen, with several users praising its size and low cost. However, image quality is consistently criticized—reports note blurry, dark/blue-tinted, or blown-out pictures, and the menu interface is clunky. Overall, it's a polarizing product that serves basic needs well but fails on display quality.
Pros
- Very low price for VESA mount
- Compact size matches laptop
- Good for second monitor
Cons
- Poor image quality overall
- Dark or blue-tinted picture
- Blurry or blown-out image
- Clunky toggle-button menu
- Short power cord length
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
| Thinlerain HD-173 17.3" | Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 17.3" | 39.7" |
| Resolution | 1600 x 900 | 5120 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | — | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Curved | — | ✓ |
| Curvature | — | 2,500 |
| Screen Finish | glossy | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 5 ms | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | — | Adaptive-Sync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 250 nits | 600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% sRGB, 100% Rec. 709, 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR 600 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR600 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 1 |
| DisplayPort | — | 1★ |
| USB-C | — | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 75x75 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✓★ |
| Power | — | 380W★ |
| Weight | 1.88 kg★ | 8.35 kg |
Pros & Cons
Thinlerain HD-173 17.3" Black 2025
- Strong portability (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average display (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average color (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average feature (20th percentile)20th %ile
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 12 of 31 specs.