Dell - UltraSharp U3825QW vs LG - UltraGear 27GP950-B
Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Dell - UltraSharp U3825QW | LG - UltraGear 27GP950-B |
|---|---|---|
| Response time (GtG) | 5 ms | 1 ms |
| Screen size | 37.5 " | 27 " |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 160 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 450 nits | 600 nits |
| DCI-P3 coverage | 99 % | 98 % |
| G-Sync | false | true |
Between the UltraSharp U3825QW and UltraGear 27GP950-B, the UltraSharp U3825QW comes out ahead in screen size / dci-p3 coverage, while the UltraGear 27GP950-B wins on response time (gtg) / refresh rate. Overall, the UltraSharp U3825QW scores 68.4 and the UltraGear 27GP950-B scores 69.5 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
These two are nearly even on the Mars Score (68.4 vs 69.5). The decision is not about overall quality — both clear the bar — it is about which specific trade-offs fit your use.
Pick the UltraSharp U3825QW 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 screen size, dci-p3 coverage, usb-c power delivery. The single most decisive one: Screen size — 38.89% more. 37.5 " vs 27 ".
Pick the UltraGear 27GP950-B if you care most about response time (gtg) / refresh rate. 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 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 U3825QW or LG - UltraGear 27GP950-B?
LG - UltraGear 27GP950-B leads the current Mars Score by 1.1 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 U3825QW if…
Dell - UltraSharp U3825QW has the measurable edge on screen size in, color gamut dci p3 pct, has usb c pd w.
Choose LG - UltraGear 27GP950-B if…
LG - UltraGear 27GP950-B 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 U3825QW wins
- ▲Screen size — 38.89% more. 37.5 " vs 27 ".
- ▲DCI-P3 coverage — 1.02% more. 99 % vs 98 %.
- ▲USB-C Power Delivery: 140 W vs 0 W.
Why LG - UltraGear 27GP950-B 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.
Spec comparison
Panel
| Spec | Dell - UltraSharp U3825QW | LG - UltraGear 27GP950-B |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 37.5 "lead | 27 " |
| Panel typeⓘ | IPS | IPS |
| Resolutionⓘ | 4K | 4K |
| Aspect ratioⓘ | 21:9 | 16:9 |
| Curvedⓘ | truelead | false |
Performance
| Spec | Dell - UltraSharp U3825QW | LG - UltraGear 27GP950-B |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rateⓘ | 120 Hz | 160 Hzlead |
| Response time (GtG)ⓘ | 5 ms | 1 mslead |
| Peak brightnessⓘ | 450 nits | 600 nitslead |
| DCI-P3 coverageⓘ | 99 %lead | 98 % |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| G-Syncⓘ | false | truelead |
| FreeSyncⓘ | false | truelead |
Connectivity
| Spec | Dell - UltraSharp U3825QW | LG - UltraGear 27GP950-B |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI ports | 2 | 2 |
| 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 U3825QW or UltraGear 27GP950-B?+
UltraGear 27GP950-B refreshes at 160Hz vs 120Hz.
Which has faster response time, UltraSharp U3825QW or UltraGear 27GP950-B?+
UltraGear 27GP950-B responds in 1ms vs 5ms.
Does UltraSharp U3825QW or UltraGear 27GP950-B have USB-C with power delivery?+
UltraSharp U3825QW offers USB-C with 140W power delivery.