# Dell 27 Plus 4K (S2725QC)

- Source: https://stierproducts.com/products/dell-27-plus-4k-s2725qc
- Category board: https://stierproducts.com/categories/computer-monitors
- Placement: #4 of 18 in Computer Monitors, B tier
- Brand: Dell
- LP on this board: 621
- Last researched: 2026-09-13T02:28:37.156Z
- Method: https://stierproducts.com/methodology
- Dataset: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22062813 - every board at once, one dated snapshot per release, same licence, prices and photographs left out
- Reuse: Text, rankings, tier assignments, LP values and verdicts are free to quote and reuse with attribution to stierproducts and a link to the source URL (CC BY 4.0: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Product photographs are not covered: they belong to their respective owners and are reproduced to illustrate the product being reviewed. Do not redistribute them under this licence.

## Verdict

The Dell 27 Plus 4K (S2725QC) is the best single-cable work monitor, simplifying cable management while still providing 4K clarity.

## For

- 27-inch 4K USB-C panel
- Single-cable connectivity
- Excellent connectivity
- 60 Hz refresh
- USB-C connectivity

## Against

- Consumer Plus line carries a shorter warranty than UltraSharp
- Lighter stand than UltraSharp

## Evidence

Consolidated from 53 cited sources across 40 outlets

| Outlet | Said by | Stance | Link | Link status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Skate and Annoy Reviews | Michiel Walrave Next | B | https://skateandannoy.com/reviews/stuff/2026/03/dell-27-plus-4k-usb-c-monitor-s2725qc/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Sarlt | Lamec M. | B | https://www.pcvarge.com/dell-27-plus-4k-s2725qc-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Friends in Tech | Friends in Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tf1RFeJnLWc | fetched and confirmed |
| Wishlist Wiz | Wishlist Wiz | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlH0u_2Pfks | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | Trisdee Srinual | B | https://www.facebook.com/groups/1787693838635439/posts/2157222845015868/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Home Office Research | homeofficeresearch.com | B | https://www.homeofficeresearch.com/monitors/dell-s2725qc-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| TikTok | tiktok.com | B | https://www.tiktok.com/discover/dell-s2725qc-monitor-review | fetched and confirmed |
| Creative Bloq | creativebloq.com | B | https://www.creativebloq.com/buying-guides/best-monitor-for-graphic-artists | fetched and confirmed |
| iFeeltech | Nandor Katai | B | https://ifeeltech.com/blog/best-monitors-mac-mini-m4 | fetched and confirmed |
| WIRED | Luke Larsen | B | https://www.wired.com/review/dell-27-plus-4k-monitor-s2725qs/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Wirecutter | - | - | https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-monitors/ | fetched and confirmed |
| RTINGS Computer | RTINGS Computer | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyRUQHmYkis&vl=de | fetched and confirmed |
| PC Monitors | PC Monitors | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4e5afb9C9v0 | fetched and confirmed |
| Tom's Honest Tips | Tom's Honest Tips | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_SZ8s9w9DM | fetched and confirmed |
| The Consumer's Friend | The Consumer's Friend | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENbHDWFia24 | fetched and confirmed |
| RTINGS Computer | RTINGS Computer | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyRUQHmYkis | fetched and confirmed |
| JessTechSpice | JessTechSpice | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPMsL5Pexik | fetched and confirmed |
| Truthify | Truthify | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iieYhxafLN4 | fetched and confirmed |
| RTINGS Computer | RTINGS Computer | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeN3kiYYdgg | fetched and confirmed |
| DK's Tech Studio | DK's Tech Studio | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEkgNDB01JI | fetched and confirmed |
| Phúc Anh Smart World | Phúc Anh Smart World | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xc4Uz-ypJkQ | fetched and confirmed |
| RTINGS Computer | CodyT3212 | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyRUQHmYkis&vl=de#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| RTINGS Computer | CodyT3212 | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyRUQHmYkis#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| JessTechSpice | Inferno77665 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPMsL5Pexik#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| enzii | DavidLam | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0c5Q7wKB3o#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| Odane Myles | thisisamit342 | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BBfgvsbY-uE#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| RTINGS Computer | andrewcobra2000 | D | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeN3kiYYdgg#comments | fetched and confirmed |
| WIRED | Luke Larsen | C | https://www.wired.com/story/best-monitors/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Thunderz India | Thunderz India | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ta83dlIkGqk | fetched and confirmed |
| David Di Franco | David Di Franco | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FqJlQ9zVLuQ | fetched and confirmed |
| enzii | enzii | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0c5Q7wKB3o | fetched and confirmed |
| Fensy | Fensy | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2Jo0j4kJHA | fetched and confirmed |
| Ihtasham Ali | Ihtasham Ali | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXE8fh4UF08 | fetched and confirmed |
| Verified Reviews | Verified Reviews | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQ45soNfou4 | fetched and confirmed |
| Decisión Informada | Decisión Informada | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHPmr4mS660 | fetched and confirmed |
| Odane Myles | Odane Myles | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLrnPsuQrMs | fetched and confirmed |
| DIY GUIDES | DIY GUIDES | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzoQSBPaUY0 | fetched and confirmed |
| David Di Franco | David Di Franco | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nO63xOOIzTY | fetched and confirmed |
| Blaze Guides | Blaze Guides | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUX_-m6SkQU | fetched and confirmed |
| GG Tech Reviews | GG Tech Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekrZytwqNqk | fetched and confirmed |
| Legit Labs | Legit Labs | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xq0nIUNM8zc | fetched and confirmed |
| Harto Method | Harto Method | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1ongp41DnY | fetched and confirmed |
| Nishant Pathak | Nishant Pathak | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXFi7L_OeZ0 | fetched and confirmed |
| PaaTing Reviews | PaaTing Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMxwcfNWoZg | fetched and confirmed |
| Truthify | Truthify | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyfJHqH_JqE | fetched and confirmed |
| Unbox Tech | Unbox Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gmREZv-rGp0 | fetched and confirmed |
| note（ノート） | あかうさ📸 | B | https://note.com/akausa28/n/n95f320610627?hl=en | fetched and confirmed |
| Pickvalue | Paul August | B | https://pickvalue.site/dell-s2725qc-27-inch-4k-monitor-review-sharp-visuals-smooth-performance-and-convenient-usb-c-connectivity/ | fetched and confirmed |
| OBX TECH | OBX Tech Guy | B | https://obxtec.com/best-home-office-setup/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Techy Jaimin | Techy Jaimin | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voJU0DiT18I | fetched and confirmed |
| PC Monitors | PC Monitors | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4e5afb9C9v0&vl=de | fetched and confirmed |
| Odane Myles | Odane Myles | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLrnPsuQrMs&vl=en | fetched and confirmed |
| SHINASU | SHINASU | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErM9uDyqNUM | fetched and confirmed |

## Nearest alternatives on this board

| Rank | Product | Tier | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | Dell UltraSharp U2725QE | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/dell-ultrasharp-u2725qe |
| 2 | Dell UltraSharp U3225QE | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/dell-ultrasharp-u3225qe |
| 3 | ASUS ProArt Display PA32QCV | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/asus-proart-display-pa32qcv |
| 5 | Dell UltraSharp U4025QW | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/dell-ultrasharp-u4025qw |
| 6 | ASUS ProArt Display PA27JCV | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/asus-proart-display-pa27jcv |
| 7 | ASUS ProArt Display PA278CGV | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/asus-proart-display-pa278cgv |
| 8 | ASUS ProArt Display PA278CFRV | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/asus-proart-display-pa278cfrv |
| 9 | ASUS ProArt Display PA32UCXR | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/asus-proart-display-pa32ucxr |
| 17 | Samsung 32-inch M8 Smart Monitor (M80D) | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/samsung-smart-monitor-m8-m80d |
| 18 | Dell 27 Plus (S2725HSM) | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/dell-27-plus-s2725hsm |

The full board is at https://stierproducts.com/categories/computer-monitors.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is the Dell 27 Plus 4K (S2725QC) for?

Anyone who wants a 4K 27-inch monitor at a budget price. It is WIRED's top monitor pick overall after weeks of testing, with a 120Hz IPS panel and USB-C, and it sits in B tier on our board as the best value. If you plan to keep a monitor for five years and want the longer warranty, the Dell UltraSharp U2725QE is the better buy. Avoid the LG 27UP850-W, which this monitor beats on spec, freshness and usually price.

### Should I buy the Dell 27 Plus 4K (S2725QC) or the Dell UltraSharp U2725QE?

Buy the Dell UltraSharp U2725QE if you can stretch to it. Both are 27-inch 4K panels at 120Hz with USB-C, but the UltraSharp adds a 3-year advance-exchange warranty, a Thunderbolt 4 hub and a sturdier stand. The Dell 27 Plus 4K (S2725QC) is the right choice when the budget is fixed, because its consumer-line warranty and lighter stand are the only real compromises.

### How long does the Dell 27 Plus 4K (S2725QC) last?

The IPS panel has no burn-in risk and should serve for years, but the consumer Plus line carries a shorter warranty than Dell's UltraSharp range, so you have less cover if a fault appears after the first year or two. The stand is also lighter than an UltraSharp stand. Those are ownership compromises rather than known failures.

### Does the Dell 27 Plus 4K (S2725QC) have USB-C?

Yes. USB-C connectivity is one of its listed strengths, so a laptop can send video over one cable. That is part of why it outclasses the LG 27UP850-W, which is older and lacks the 120Hz refresh this monitor adds.

### Is the Dell 27 Plus 4K (S2725QC) the same as the Dell 27 Plus (S2725HSM)?

No. The Dell 27 Plus (S2725HSM) is the 1080p sibling and sits in F tier on our board, because 1080p across 27 inches gives fuzzy text for productivity work. The Dell 27 Plus 4K (S2725QC) costs modestly more and is the one to buy. Check the model number before you order.

## What this tier means

- B: Good. A solid choice with real caveats worth knowing.

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