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Quick verdict
The review evidence points to a tradeoff: refresh rate and sharpness versus USB-C power delivery and port selection. Choose according to which strengths matter more to you; the overall score alone does not settle that choice.
Choose Dell S2725QS for refresh rate and sharpness.
Choose ASUS ProArt Display PA34VCNV for USB-C power delivery and port selection.
Scores are out of 5. Missing scores mean missing review evidence, not a missing feature.
Changes between some image-scaling modes are unusually quick and convenient.
Straightforward, reachable OSD controls spare users the awkward reaching associated with some monitors.
It cannot charge a laptop through a USB-C display cable, so laptop owners need separate power and possibly a dock.
High-wattage USB-C power is regularly praised for allowing a connected laptop to charge from the monitor.
No integrated hub means keyboard, mouse and storage accessories must connect to a PC or a separate dock.
The built-in USB hub makes the monitor a useful anchor for peripherals alongside its laptop video connection.
Two HDMI ports and DisplayPort cover conventional hookups, but no USB-C, USB hub or headphone jack is a recurring inconvenience.
A broad range of video, USB-C, network and peripheral connectors makes the monitor unusually well equipped for its price class.
IPS brings consistent colors and broad viewing angles, but does not deliver the deep blacks of OLED or VA alternatives.
The curved IPS panel is valued for wide viewing angles, creator-friendly color consistency and a less aggressive curve than gaming alternatives.
The thin, fairly light construction makes repositioning the monitor easier than expected for a desktop 4K panel.
At nearly 24 pounds, the monitor is heavy enough to make moving and installation less convenient.
120Hz is a substantial everyday upgrade for scrolling, window movement and casual play, even though panel response cannot always keep up.
The 60Hz refresh is fine for productivity but draws criticism for visibly less fluid motion than 120Hz alternatives.
The 27-inch panel and compact stand offer useful working space without overpowering a typical desk.
The monitor is almost three feet wide and needs planning around other desk accessories, despite a relatively modest stand depth.
Fast is preferable around 120Hz and Normal often works better at 60Hz; the Extreme setting adds obvious overshoot without enough improvement.
An intermediate TraceFree setting offers the best response balance while avoiding obvious overshoot.
Small lettering, interface elements and fine photo detail look impressively crisp thanks to the 4K pixel density.
The monitor is detailed enough for general editing, but higher-density 4K and 5K2K displays reveal finer text and image details.
The stand offers plenty of adjustment but can wobble, especially compared with the preceding Dell model.
The stand holds the screen firmly, although the large ultrawide cabinet can still show some wobble.
A rear cover, clip, and simple cable routing help tidy the desk; some laptop setups still require awkward extra adapters or docks.
Built-in cable routing helps prevent a laptop and peripheral workspace from becoming untidy.
Monitor speakers are a convenient extra for games, calls, and videos. Reactions range from pleasantly surprised by their bass to complaints that they sound loud and muddy.
The included speakers are useful as a backup but disappoint with weak output and thin sound.
Sound is a point of disagreement: some hear unusually rich monitor audio, while another reviewer found it harsh, loud and short on detail.
Built-in audio is tinny and lacks the body expected from a monitor of this size.
At 27 inches, the 4K pixel density makes text and images exceptionally crisp and allows detailed desktop work.
The 3440×1440 resolution balances usable ultrawide space with moderate hardware demands. It is less crisp and vertically detailed than 4K or 5K2K alternatives.
One detailed test unit showed only minor clouding and bleed, although sample variation remains a consideration.
The tested panel showed no significant backlight bleeding, a reassuring result for an IPS ultrawide.
Lower-than-native resolutions remain usable and can be sharpened, although QHD monitor-side scaling is limited to 60Hz and looks softer than 4K.
The larger workspace may make interface elements appear small, so some users will need to experiment with display scaling.
Height, tilt and swivel adjustments are useful and generally smooth, although portrait clearance and occasional wobble limit the experience.
Height, tilt and swivel adjustment are praised for helping users find a comfortable viewing position during long sessions.
Its light matte coating softens everyday reflections, but direct sunlight can still produce strong glare and a glossy-looking patch.
Glare is reasonably controlled in everyday office lighting, though strong light sources can still overwhelm the picture.
The standard 16:9 format suits everyday software and video, though it cannot provide the horizontal space of an ultrawide.
The wide format makes room for side-by-side windows and editing tools without the split between separate monitors.
Inputs feel responsive and measured signal delay is low, although pixel blur can still make motion look less crisp than the controls feel.
Input lag is low enough to feel responsive for everyday desktop use and compares well with typical business monitors.
Colors remain impressively consistent across much of the panel, with only minor changes at the edges on the detailed test unit.
The measured unit had no major uniformity problem, only minor backlight variation; results can differ by sample.
Detailed 4K visuals work nicely in slower-paced solo games, but weak HDR and moving-image blur reduce the cinematic effect.
Immersive, slower-paced games are playable and enjoyable despite the limited refresh and response performance.
120Hz movement feels smoother than 60Hz, but many fast transitions still carry powdery blur and overshoot that gaming monitors handle better.
Motion is less fluid than on high-refresh competitors, an understandable tradeoff for a creator-focused 60Hz panel.
Coverage is good for sRGB but falls short of a full professional wide gamut, with some welcome extra vibrancy in standard desktop content.
Full sRGB and Rec.709 coverage suits everyday creative work, but DCI-P3 coverage is comparatively modest and limits broader-gamut ambitions.
The clean finish and reinforced stand can feel upscale for the price, although the largely plastic build and slight wobble are reminders of its budget positioning.
Its styling resembles pricier ProArt models and looks polished, even though the core screen technology is more modest.
The IPS panel maintains colors and detail impressively off-center, making it comfortable to view from different desk positions.
IPS viewing angles keep color and image quality consistent when seen from the side, a notable advantage over some VA alternatives.
The strongest combination is sharp work output plus smooth casual gaming and media, rather than excellence at high-end HDR or competitive gaming.
A broad desktop supports multiple applications and long editing timelines; creators particularly appreciate seeing more of the project at once.
Dark scenes suffer from grayish blacks and IPS glow rather than OLED-like depth, even though contrast is acceptable by budget IPS standards.
Blacks lack depth and subtle shadow separation can be harder to judge, especially in darker content.
Low input lag helps, but sluggish pixel transitions and visible blur make this weaker than a properly tuned gaming monitor for esports.
Fast competitive games are not this monitor's strength. Reviewers point to 60Hz refresh and modest response times as reasons to shop elsewhere.
Most verdicts strongly recommend it as an affordable all-round work monitor, with reservations about USB-C, speakers and serious gaming.
The overall verdict is favorable for SDR creators who prize accurate color, a wide workspace and docking; the owner impression is especially enthusiastic.
Measured pixel transitions are middling or slow for 120Hz and give moving objects more blur than faster gaming monitors.
Response time is acceptable for slower games and office tasks but not especially suited to fast-paced action.
The HDMI inputs are a valuable upgrade over older Dell models, enabling higher-bandwidth 4K/120Hz gaming signals on compatible hardware.
The HDMI connectivity is less accommodating than a competing Dell with HDMI 2.1, particularly for gaming-oriented sources.
Tool-free assembly and straightforward stand attachment make getting started uncomplicated, even with an extra stand piece.
The substantial cabinet requires care during initial setup, especially when positioning it on a crowded desk.
Its sharp 4K/120Hz display and adjustable stand are excellent value at typical sale prices, especially for buyers who will not miss USB-C.
Several assessments find the mix of accurate SDR color, screen space and docking excellent for the money, although one video sees the price as relatively high.
DisplayPort works for high-refresh output, but one tester needed to correct Nvidia’s default limited-range RGB setting.
DisplayPort output sets the ASUS apart from some productivity rivals by enabling a second chained monitor.
Most testers found HDR weak, with limited luminance, gray blacks and no local dimming; a more positive review liked the added brightness and contrast effect.
One assessment likes HDR10's added visual range, but more critical testing finds highlights dull and the overall HDR presentation unconvincing.
Static contrast is decent for ordinary IPS and can add some depth, but gray blacks and glow stop dark scenes from looking genuinely rich.
Contrast is an evident limitation: measured performance is around the usual IPS range, leaving dark material less convincing than on stronger-contrast alternatives.
SDR brightness is generally strong for the price with a useful adjustment range; it is far less impressive as HDR peak brightness.
Fine in moderate lighting, but the roughly 300-nit class brightness struggles with sunny rooms and does little to make HDR highlights stand out.
A rear joystick provides a convenient way to navigate picture and other settings.
Accessible joystick and front-right control buttons make navigating settings easier than many less convenient designs.
Most testers liked the factory sRGB presentation and measured low color error, although some owners encountered a green cast or needed adjustments.
Excellent factory accuracy is a standout: one measured unit was exceptionally close to target before calibration, with additional gains possible after profiling.
FreeSync and compatible variable-refresh operation reduce tearing and improve smoothness, though changing refresh rates expose limitations in pixel-response tuning.
FreeSync and G-SYNC can operate over DisplayPort, adding some flexibility for occasional gaming.
The light-colored chassis and metal-reinforced parts feel reasonably solid, but some testers noticed wobble and less substantial materials than older models.
The tested unit had a reinforced cabinet without obvious manufacturing defects or cheap construction.
The 27-inch format balances usable multitasking space against a modest footprint, though native 4K text often needs scaling.
The 34-inch ultrawide canvas gives editors and multitaskers considerable horizontal room. One owner was immediately impressed by how much of a project fit on screen.
Slim bezels and a clean ash-white finish are widely appreciated, giving the monitor a more polished look than many low-cost office screens.
Minimalist black-and-silver styling and slim bezels give the display an understated, professional appearance.
Equalizer and music profiles offer a bit of personalization, but one critic found these options did little to fix the speakers’ harshness.
HDR disables the dark-stabilizer adjustment, reducing control over shadow visibility when HDR is active.
Lack of local dimming prevents HDR from separating small highlights from dark surroundings and leaves blacks looking gray.
The crisp, colorful SDR picture is a major strength, while weak dark-room contrast and HDR hold it back from premium image quality.
The absence of PiP and PbP is a downgrade from the older model for displaying two inputs at once.
The small speakers produce virtually no convincing deep bass, so external audio is preferable.
Calibration can further improve already excellent out-of-box accuracy, though maintaining that precision requires a colorimeter.
HDMI 2.1 bandwidth and 4K/120Hz support suit modern consoles, although a test noted that Xbox 1440p at 120Hz is not supported.
The gentle 3800R curve brings the edges inward without the pronounced wraparound feel of aggressive gaming ultrawides.
Desktop HDMI and DisplayPort connections are straightforward. Thin laptops and certain docks can introduce bandwidth or adapter complications.
Ethernet connectivity helps consolidate wired networking with display and peripheral connections at the monitor.
HDR game and movie presets can add excessive saturation or sharpening rather than improving natural image quality.
Fast camera movement and high-contrast edges leave noticeable trailing, especially compared with gaming-focused IPS displays.
The less demanding 3440×1440 resolution is easier to run than 5K2K and other denser ultrawide modes.
The bundled high-speed HDMI cable and basic cables are useful; extras are limited, which reviewers generally accept for the price.
DisplayPort output allows another monitor to be daisy-chained, a useful capability when extending an existing workstation.
A compact clamshell package is easy to unpack, though the slim packaging means assembling more stand pieces.
PC games benefit from a smooth 120Hz signal and low lag, but image smear and slow transitions make the experience less polished than dedicated gaming screens.
Photo editors working mainly in sRGB gain a large, accurate canvas for a reasonable price. Very fine or print-oriented work may favor higher pixel density.
The pixel density suits everyday side-by-side work but is limiting when scrutinizing fine photographic detail.
The mild matte finish controls glare without much visible grain, although sensitive users may see slight mistiness or diminished vibrancy.
Enabling HDR restricts brightness and color controls, making SDR a more flexible choice for everyday use.
A reported sleep-and-wake problem went away after a factory reset, but the interruption is worth noting.
Standard 100×100 mounting allows a monitor arm, which is particularly useful for portrait use or reducing desk clutter.
FreeSync and compatible VRR reduce tearing and improve gameplay smoothness, but overshoot can worsen as the refresh rate falls.
A detailed test found no distracting variable-refresh flicker, a welcome advantage over some competing display technologies.
The dedicated sRGB mode offers an accurate starting point, but restricted adjustments in sRGB and HDR modes can frustrate users who want fine control.
Some Nvidia setups require changing the output range manually to avoid restricted RGB over DisplayPort.
The flicker-free backlight, warm mode and ComfortView features support long sessions, with several users reporting comfortable extended viewing.
A slim-border design makes the large screen look open and less visually bulky.
One reported ownership account describes multiple unit failures, so checking operation and the return period is sensible despite the otherwise positive value picture.
An aggregated owner account describes frustrating support contacts and replacement handling after repeated failures.
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