Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE | MSI - MAG 274URFDE |
|---|---|---|
| Response time (GtG) | 5 ms | 1 ms |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 140 W | 98 W |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 160 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 450 nits | 600 nits |
| DCI-P3 coverage | 98 % | 95 % |
| G-Sync | false | true |
Between the UltraSharp U2725QE and MAG 274URFDE, the UltraSharp U2725QE comes out ahead in usb-c power delivery / dci-p3 coverage, while the MAG 274URFDE wins on response time (gtg) / refresh rate. Overall, the UltraSharp U2725QE scores 64.6 and the MAG 274URFDE scores 69.9 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The MAG 274URFDE edges ahead on the Mars Score (64.6 vs 69.9), but the 5.3-point gap is small enough that the right pick comes down to which spec advantages matter to you.
Pick the UltraSharp U2725QE if you care most about usb-c power delivery / dci-p3 coverage. The biggest gaps in its favor are usb-c power delivery, dci-p3 coverage. The single most decisive one: USB-C Power Delivery — 42.86% more. 140 W vs 98 W.
Pick the MAG 274URFDE if the display is what you stare at all day — refresh rate, brightness, or sharpness is where the difference will be most visible. Its strongest claims are response time (gtg), refresh rate, peak brightness, among others. The single most decisive one: Response time (GtG) — 80.00% less. 1 ms vs 5 ms.
Both ship with comparable screen size, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the MAG 274URFDE is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Which should you buy: Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE or MSI - MAG 274URFDE?
MSI - MAG 274URFDE leads the current Mars Score by 5.3 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare refresh rate, panel type against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE if…
Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE has the measurable edge on has usb c pd w, color gamut dci p3 pct.
Choose MSI - MAG 274URFDE if…
MSI - MAG 274URFDE has the measurable edge on response time ms, refresh rate hz, peak brightness nits.
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
- ▲USB-C Power Delivery — 42.86% more. 140 W vs 98 W.
- ▲DCI-P3 coverage — 3.16% more. 98 % vs 95 %.
Why MSI - MAG 274URFDE wins
- ▲Response time (GtG) — 80.00% less. 1 ms vs 5 ms.
- ▲Refresh rate — 33.33% more. 160 Hz vs 120 Hz.
- ▲Peak brightness — 33.33% more. 600 nits vs 450 nits.
- ▲Has G-Sync.
- ▲Has FreeSync.
- ▲Panel type: Rapid IPS (vs IPS).
Spec comparison
Panel
| Spec | Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE | MSI - MAG 274URFDE |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 27 " | 27 " |
| Panel typeⓘ | IPS | Rapid IPSlead |
| Resolutionⓘ | 4K | 4K |
| Aspect ratioⓘ | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curvedⓘ | false | false |
Performance
| Spec | Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE | MSI - MAG 274URFDE |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rateⓘ | 120 Hz | 160 Hzlead |
| Response time (GtG)ⓘ | 5 ms | 1 mslead |
| Peak brightnessⓘ | 450 nits | 600 nitslead |
| DCI-P3 coverageⓘ | 98 %lead | 95 % |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| G-Syncⓘ | false | truelead |
| FreeSyncⓘ | false | truelead |
Connectivity
| Spec | Dell - UltraSharp U2725QE | MSI - MAG 274URFDE |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI ports | 1 | 2lead |
| DisplayPort ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C inputⓘ | true | true |
| USB-C Power Deliveryⓘ | 140 Wlead | 98 W |
| KVM | true | true |
Frequently asked
Which has higher refresh rate, UltraSharp U2725QE or MAG 274URFDE?+
MAG 274URFDE refreshes at 160Hz vs 120Hz.
Which has faster response time, UltraSharp U2725QE or MAG 274URFDE?+
MAG 274URFDE responds in 1ms vs 5ms.
Does UltraSharp U2725QE or MAG 274URFDE have USB-C with power delivery?+
Both offer USB-C PD — 140W on UltraSharp U2725QE, 98W on MAG 274URFDE.