ViewSonic VP2768a 27" vs Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7"
ViewSonic VP2768a 27" Black 2020
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" Black, Silver, Dual Color 2025
What Buyers Say
ViewSonic VP2768a 27" Black 2020
Users generally praise the ViewSonic VP2768a for its excellent image quality, color accuracy, and versatile USB-C hub with Ethernet, making it ideal for office and photo editing setups. However, there are significant complaints about dead pixels on multiple units and software crashes with Mac M1 Max, which temper overall satisfaction. The monitor's ergonomic stand and matte screen are also well-received, though some find the thicker bottom bezel aesthetically unappealing.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Accurate color reproduction
- USB-C hub with Ethernet
- Ergonomic adjustable stand
- Matte screen reduces glare
Cons
- Dead pixels on multiple units
- Software crashes on Mac M1 Max
- Thicker bottom bezel
- No built-in speakers
- No ambient light sensor
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
| ViewSonic VP2768a 27" | Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 39.7" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 5120 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 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 | 350 nits | 600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 100% 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 | 1 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | No | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Power | 32W★ | 380W |
| Weight | 6.90 kg★ | 8.35 kg |
Pros & Cons
ViewSonic VP2768a 27" Black 2020
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong portability (79th percentile)
- Strong ergonomic (74th percentile)
- Strong display (71st percentile)
- Below average feature (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average performance (22nd 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
Pricing
ViewSonic VP2768a 27" Black 2020 offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 31 specs.
