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Dell 27 Plus QHD USB-C (S2725DC) vs Dell 27 Plus QHD Monitor (S2725DSM)

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Dell27 Plus QHD USB-C (S2725DC)Dell27 Plus QHD Monitor (S2725DSM)
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2025September 2025
Display
Screen size27″27″
Resolution2560 × 1440 (QHD)2560 × 1440 (QHD)
Sharpness109 pixels per inch109 pixels per inch
PanelIPSIPS
Refresh rate144 Hz144 Hz
Response time (grey to grey)4 ms4 ms
Brightness (typical)350 nits350 nits
Contrast ratio1,500:11,500:1
Colour range99% sRGB99% sRGB
Screen finishMatteMatte
ShapeFlatFlat
Adaptive syncFreeSync, VESA AdaptiveSync, HDMI VRRFreeSync, VESA AdaptiveSync, HDMI VRR
Colour depth16.7 million colours16.7 million colours
sRGB coverage99% (CIE 1931)99% (CIE 1931)
Response time detail1 ms MPRT; 4 ms (Extreme), 5 ms (Fast), 8 ms (Normal) grey to grey1 ms MPRT; 4 ms (Extreme), 5 ms (Fast), 8 ms (Normal) grey to grey
Variable refresh range48–144 Hz (vertical scan range)48–144 Hz (vertical scan range)
Viewing angles178° horizontal, 178° vertical (typical)178° horizontal, 178° vertical (typical)
Pixel pitch0.2331 mm x 0.2331 mm0.2331 mm x 0.2331 mm
Eye careComfortView Plus hardware low blue light (TÜV Rheinland Category 2); TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort 3.0 (4 star); flicker-freeComfortView Plus hardware low blue light (TÜV Rheinland Category 2); TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort 3.0 (4 star); flicker-free
Connections
Video inputsHDMI 2.1 (TMDS), DisplayPort 1.4, USB-CHDMI 2.1 (TMDS), DisplayPort 1.4
USB-C chargingUp to 65 WNone
USB portsUSB-C, 2 × USB-A–
EthernetNoNo
SpeakersYesYes
HDMI detail1 x HDMI (HDCP 1.4), up to 2560 x 1440 at 144 Hz TMDS with VRR as specified in HDMI 2.11 x HDMI (HDCP 1.4), up to 2560 x 1440 at 144 Hz TMDS with VRR as specified in HDMI 2.1
DisplayPort detail1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (HDCP 1.4), up to 2560 x 1440 at 144 Hz with AdaptiveSync1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (HDCP 1.4), up to 2560 x 1440 at 144 Hz with AdaptiveSync
USB-C detailUSB-C 5Gbps upstream (DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode, Power Delivery up to 65 W), up to 2560 x 1440 at 144 Hz; 1 x USB-C 5Gbps downstream quick-access port (15 W)–
USB hub detailUSB 5Gbps; 1 x USB-A rear; quick access ports with 1 x USB-A and 1 x USB-C (15 W)–
Speaker detail2 x 3 W2 x 3 W
Design
Stand adjustsHeight, tilt, swivel, pivotHeight, tilt, swivel, pivot
VESA mountYesYes
Weight with stand6.48 kg6.39 kg
Height adjustment110 mm110 mm
Tilt-5° to 21°-5° to 21°
Swivel-30° to 30°-30° to 30°
Pivot-90° to 90°-90° to 90°
VESA pattern100 x 100 mm100 x 100 mm
Size with stand611.34 x 201.83 x 390.13–500.13 mm (W x D x H)611.34 x 201.83 x 390.13–500.13 mm (W x D x H)
Size without stand611.34 x 58.87 x 355.98 mm (W x D x H)611.34 x 58.87 x 355.98 mm (W x D x H)
Weight without stand4.62 kg4.34 kg
ControlsJoystickJoystick
ColoursAsh WhiteAsh White
Power and support
Power use21.4 W on mode, 0.3 W standby, 0.3 W off, 175 W maximum21.4 W on mode, 0.3 W standby, 0.3 W off, 65 W maximum
Energy classEE
Power supply100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3.0 A (typical)100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.5 A (typical)
SoftwareDell Display and Peripheral ManagerDell Display and Peripheral Manager
CertificationsTÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort 3.0 (4 star), TÜV Rheinland hardware low blue light (Category 2)TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort 3.0 (4 star), TÜV Rheinland hardware low blue light (Category 2)
Warranty3 years with Advanced Exchange Service and Premium Panel Exchange (UK)3 years with Advanced Exchange Service and Premium Panel Exchange (UK)
In the boxStand, VESA cover, power cable, USB-C to USB-C 5Gbps cable (1.8 m)Stand, VESA cover, power cable, HDMI cable (1.8 m)

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