Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE | HP - OMEN 32q QHD |
|---|---|---|
| Response time (GtG) | 5 ms | 1 ms |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Screen size | 27 " | 32 " |
| Peak brightness | 450 nits | 400 nits |
| DCI-P3 coverage | 98 % | 95 % |
| G-Sync | false | true |
Between the UltraSharp U2725QE and OMEN 32q QHD, the UltraSharp U2725QE comes out ahead in peak brightness / dci-p3 coverage, while the OMEN 32q QHD wins on response time (gtg) / refresh rate. Overall, the UltraSharp U2725QE scores 64.6 and the OMEN 32q QHD scores 68 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The OMEN 32q QHD edges ahead on the Mars Score (64.6 vs 68), but the 3.4-point gap is small enough that the right pick comes down to which spec advantages matter to you.
Pick the UltraSharp U2725QE if the display is what you stare at all day — refresh rate, brightness, or sharpness is where the difference will be most visible. The biggest gaps in its favor are peak brightness, dci-p3 coverage, usb-c power delivery. The single most decisive one: Peak brightness — 12.50% more. 450 nits vs 400 nits.
Pick the OMEN 32q QHD if you care most about response time (gtg) / refresh rate. Its strongest claims are response time (gtg), refresh rate, screen size, among others. The single most decisive one: Response time (GtG) — 80.00% less. 1 ms vs 5 ms.
Both ship with comparable panel type, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: there is no wrong answer here — match the spec advantages to how you actually use the product. The Mars Score parity says both are well-rounded; the differences are about trade-offs, not quality.
Which should you buy: Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE or HP - OMEN 32q QHD?
HP - OMEN 32q QHD leads the current Mars Score by 3.4 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare screen size, refresh rate against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE if…
Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE has the measurable edge on peak brightness nits, color gamut dci p3 pct, has usb c pd w.
Choose HP - OMEN 32q QHD if…
HP - OMEN 32q QHD has the measurable edge on response time ms, refresh rate hz, screen size in.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE wins
- ▲Peak brightness — 12.50% more. 450 nits vs 400 nits.
- ▲DCI-P3 coverage — 3.16% more. 98 % vs 95 %.
- ▲USB-C Power Delivery: 140 W vs 0 W.
Why HP - OMEN 32q QHD wins
- ▲Response time (GtG) — 80.00% less. 1 ms vs 5 ms.
- ▲Refresh rate — 37.50% more. 165 Hz vs 120 Hz.
- ▲Screen size — 18.52% more. 32 " vs 27 ".
- ▲Has G-Sync.
- ▲Has FreeSync.
Spec comparison
Panel
| Spec | Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE | HP - OMEN 32q QHD |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 27 " | 32 "lead |
| Panel typeⓘ | IPS | IPS |
| Resolutionⓘ | 4Klead | 1440p |
| Aspect ratioⓘ | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curvedⓘ | false | false |
Performance
| Spec | Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE | HP - OMEN 32q QHD |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rateⓘ | 120 Hz | 165 Hzlead |
| Response time (GtG)ⓘ | 5 ms | 1 mslead |
| Peak brightnessⓘ | 450 nitslead | 400 nits |
| DCI-P3 coverageⓘ | 98 %lead | 95 % |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| G-Syncⓘ | false | truelead |
| FreeSyncⓘ | false | truelead |
Connectivity
| Spec | Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE | HP - OMEN 32q QHD |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI ports | 1 | 2lead |
| DisplayPort ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C inputⓘ | truelead | false |
| USB-C Power Deliveryⓘ | 140 Wlead | 0 W |
| KVM | truelead | false |
Frequently asked
Which has higher refresh rate, UltraSharp U2725QE or OMEN 32q QHD?+
OMEN 32q QHD refreshes at 165Hz vs 120Hz.
Which has faster response time, UltraSharp U2725QE or OMEN 32q QHD?+
OMEN 32q QHD responds in 1ms vs 5ms.
Does UltraSharp U2725QE or OMEN 32q QHD have USB-C with power delivery?+
UltraSharp U2725QE offers USB-C with 140W power delivery.