44 PCWorld JUNE 2022REVIEWS DELL U3223QE
offers in this field—that honor goes to Dell’s
far less common Ultrasharp PremierColor
line—but it’s a high-end display by most
metrics. It has a 31.5-inch, 4K panel that
promises to deliver up to 98 percent of the
DCI-P3 color gamut.
Display size: 31.5-inch
Native resolution: 3,840x2,160
Panel type: IPS Black
Refresh rate: 60Hz
Adaptive sync: None
Ports: 1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort-in, 1x
DisplayPort-out, 1x USB-C with DisplayPort
Alternate Mode and 90 watts Power Delivery,
1x USB-C upstream, 1x USB-C downstream,
5x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, Ethernet
Stand adjustment: Height, tilt, swivel
VESA mount: Yes, 100x100mm
Speakers: No
HDR: Yes, VESA DisplayHDR 400Price: $1,149.99 MSRP ($919.99 typical)
The monitor is also a USB-C hub monitor
crammed to the gills with connectivity. This
includes multiple USB-C ports, one of which
can handle up to 90 watts of Power Delivery,
five USB-A ports, and ethernet. That’s as
much as you’ll find on any USB-C hub monitor
sold today.DESIGN
The Dell Ultrasharp U3223QE has a simple
silver-gray plastic chassis that feels robust but
lacks flourish. Even the textured finish found
on some less-expensive Dell monitors is
missing. At the front, you’ll find slim bezels on
four sides. The bottom bezel is so slim there’s
no room for the Dell logo, so it’s been moved
to the stand.
A sturdy rectangular base keeps the
U3223QE supported. It’s plain but
compact, which is a plus.
Competitors like LG and
Samsung often use a wider
base. A wide base might look
more stable, but it’s no better
in practice, and consumes
desk space you might want to
use. Dell’s simple yet effective
stand is the better choice.
The stand adjusts for height,
tilt, and swivel—features that
shoppers expect at this price.
However, it throws in a bonus: It
The Dell U3223QE has USB ports galore. can pivot 90 degrees for use in