Dell S3225QC

4 expert reviews#7 of 18 computer monitors
Dell S3225QCImage: Dell
4/4critics
recommend
Best for a 4K OLED with good built-in sound

Critics’ consensus

4 professional reviewers tested the Dell S3225QC, and 4 recommend it. Most praised: sound and picture quality.

Reviewed by Tom's Hardware, Windows Central, PCMag and 1 more

The catch: It has very few ports and no KVM.

Critics agree Scores run from 90 to 90All 4 scores printed by the outlets

Early score: only 4 professional reviews so far. Expect it to move as more reviews come in.

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What do critics say about the Dell S3225QC?

Tom's Hardware90

Tom's Hardware likes this 4K QD-OLED for its bright, accurate image, plenty of screen space and standout built-in audio.

Hands-on review · 2025 · Read
Windows Central90

Windows Central thinks it is a great balanced monitor with a lovely panel and best-in-class speakers, but the very sparse port selection will deter many buyers.

Hands-on review · 2025 · Read
PCMag90

PCMag gives an Editors' Choice to this versatile and now affordable 4K QD-OLED that handles work, media and casual gaming well with strong built-in speakers.

Hands-on review · 2026 · Read
TechRadar90

TechRadar enjoys the strong visuals and built-in sound system but wonders about the limited ports, and notes it is fair priced but not cheap.

Hands-on review · 2025 · Read

Scores are converted to 0–100. "est." means the outlet gave no number, so we estimated one from its verdict and checked our estimates against ratings outlets print. How we check estimates

What critics praise most

Sound4 of 4
Picture quality2 of 4
Value for money2 of 4

What critics dislike most

No clear pattern.

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Common questions

Is the Dell S3225QC worth it?

Most critics think so: 4 of 4 recommend it. It has very few ports and no KVM.

Do critics agree about the Dell S3225QC?

Critics agree: scores range from 90 (Tom's Hardware) to 90 (Tom's Hardware), a spread of 0 points across 4 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.

What is the best alternative to the Dell S3225QC?

The Alienware AW3426DW (critic score 91), top pick, narrowly.