Gigabyte - AORUS FO32U2P vs Dell - UltraSharp U3225QE
Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Gigabyte - AORUS FO32U2P | Dell - UltraSharp U3225QE |
|---|---|---|
| Peak brightness | 1000 nits | 450 nits |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 65 W | 140 W |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Response time (GtG) | 0.03 ms | 5 ms |
| Screen size | 32 " | 31.5 " |
| G-Sync | true | false |
Between the AORUS FO32U2P and UltraSharp U3225QE, the AORUS FO32U2P comes out ahead in peak brightness / refresh rate, while the UltraSharp U3225QE wins on usb-c power delivery. Overall, the AORUS FO32U2P scores 78.2 and the UltraSharp U3225QE scores 66.4 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The AORUS FO32U2P is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 11.8 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the AORUS FO32U2P 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, refresh rate, response time (gtg), among others. The single most decisive one: Peak brightness — 122.22% more. 1000 nits vs 450 nits.
Pick the UltraSharp U3225QE if you care most about usb-c power delivery. Its strongest claims are usb-c power delivery. The single most decisive one: USB-C Power Delivery — 115.38% more. 140 W vs 65 W.
Both ship with comparable dci-p3 coverage, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the AORUS FO32U2P 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: Gigabyte - AORUS FO32U2P or Dell - UltraSharp U3225QE?
Gigabyte - AORUS FO32U2P leads the current Mars Score by 11.8 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare screen size, refresh rate, panel type against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose Gigabyte - AORUS FO32U2P if…
Gigabyte - AORUS FO32U2P has the measurable edge on peak brightness nits, refresh rate hz, response time ms.
Choose Dell - UltraSharp U3225QE if…
Dell - UltraSharp U3225QE has the measurable edge on has usb c pd w.
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 Gigabyte - AORUS FO32U2P wins
- ▲Peak brightness — 122.22% more. 1000 nits vs 450 nits.
- ▲Refresh rate — 100.00% more. 240 Hz vs 120 Hz.
- ▲Response time (GtG) — 99.40% less. 0.03 ms vs 5 ms.
- ▲Screen size — 1.59% more. 32 " vs 31.5 ".
- ▲Has G-Sync.
- ▲Has FreeSync.
- ▲Panel type: QD-OLED (vs IPS).
Why Dell - UltraSharp U3225QE wins
- ▲USB-C Power Delivery — 115.38% more. 140 W vs 65 W.
Spec comparison
Panel
| Spec | Gigabyte - AORUS FO32U2P | Dell - UltraSharp U3225QE |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 32 "lead | 31.5 " |
| Panel typeⓘ | QD-OLEDlead | IPS |
| Resolutionⓘ | 4K | 4K |
| Aspect ratioⓘ | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curvedⓘ | false | false |
Performance
| Spec | Gigabyte - AORUS FO32U2P | Dell - UltraSharp U3225QE |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rateⓘ | 240 Hzlead | 120 Hz |
| Response time (GtG)ⓘ | 0.03 mslead | 5 ms |
| Peak brightnessⓘ | 1000 nitslead | 450 nits |
| DCI-P3 coverageⓘ | 99 % | 99 % |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| G-Syncⓘ | truelead | false |
| FreeSyncⓘ | truelead | false |
Connectivity
| Spec | Gigabyte - AORUS FO32U2P | Dell - UltraSharp U3225QE |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI ports | 2lead | 1 |
| DisplayPort ports | 2lead | 1 |
| USB-C inputⓘ | true | true |
| USB-C Power Deliveryⓘ | 65 W | 140 Wlead |
| KVM | true | true |
Frequently asked
Which has higher refresh rate, AORUS FO32U2P or UltraSharp U3225QE?+
AORUS FO32U2P refreshes at 240Hz vs 120Hz.
Which has faster response time, AORUS FO32U2P or UltraSharp U3225QE?+
AORUS FO32U2P responds in 0.03ms vs 5ms.
Does AORUS FO32U2P or UltraSharp U3225QE have USB-C with power delivery?+
Both offer USB-C PD — 65W on AORUS FO32U2P, 140W on UltraSharp U3225QE.