The catch
Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor
Compared with the 27-inch UltraSharp, the 31.5-inch panel takes up more desk width.
Side by side
Dell U3225QE vs BenQ MA320U: A 90W MacBook desk suits BenQ, while Dell adds a 120Hz Thunderbolt hub
Quick verdict
Go with the U3225QE for 120Hz motion and a more capable Thunderbolt desk hub. Where 60Hz and 90W charging are enough for a MacBook-focused workspace, the MA320U suits.
Before you buy
Why, and what it costs you
Detail should be compared at the actual screen size
About 139.9 pixels per inch is what U3225QE works out to, against 139.9 for MA320U. Their pixel densities are close enough that layout and connection needs separate them more strongly.
Where this comes from
Pixels per inch = √(width² + height²) / diagonal. The inputs are 3840 × 2160 at 31.5 inches and 3840 × 2160 at 31.5 inches. Because the diagonals are published nominal values, these figures are approximate.
The catch
BenQ MA Series 32-inch 4K Monitor for MacBook
A 120Hz work monitor feels smoother than its 60Hz ceiling.
Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor
- Why pick it
- Run a high-power laptop along with desk peripherals
- Prefer smoother desktop motion at 120Hz
- The catch
- Compared with the 27-inch UltraSharp, the 31.5-inch panel takes up more desk width.
BenQ MA Series 32-inch 4K Monitor for MacBook
- Why pick it
- Like Mac-focused controls
- Want a simple 4K USB-C display
- The catch
- A 120Hz work monitor feels smoother than its 60Hz ceiling.
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What this page compares
120Hz motion and a more capable Thunderbolt desk hub point to the U3225QE. A MacBook-focused workspace where 60Hz and 90W charging are enough suits the MA320U.
Workspace on screen is the same size
Which one fits
Pick the situations that sound like you
Run a high-power laptop along with desk peripherals
Compared with MA320U at 90 W, U3225QE offers up to 140 W laptop power and a Thunderbolt-centered hub. The negotiated power profile has to be supported by the laptop and cable.
- Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor
- Better fit
- BenQ MA Series 32-inch 4K Monitor for MacBook
- Depends
Like Mac-focused controls
The MacBook-focused control workflow is what MA320U targets. Whether its 4K 60 Hz panel and 90 W power ceiling suit the intended Mac and connected accessories needs checking.
- Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor
- Depends
- BenQ MA Series 32-inch 4K Monitor for MacBook
- Better fit
Prefer smoother desktop motion at 120Hz
BenQ stops at 60 Hz, whereas Dell reaches 120 Hz. The requested 4K timing has to be supported by the computer and the selected connection.
- Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor
- Better fit
- BenQ MA Series 32-inch 4K Monitor for MacBook
- Not suitable
Want a simple 4K USB-C display
In MA320U, 4K resolution and up to 90 W USB-C charging come together. Dell has the same native resolution, so BenQ gives up no pixels when 60 Hz is sufficient.
- Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor
- Depends
- BenQ MA Series 32-inch 4K Monitor for MacBook
- Better fit
In practice
Differences you will notice
Detail should be compared at the actual screen size
About 139.9 pixels per inch is what U3225QE works out to, against 139.9 for MA320U. Their pixel densities are close enough that layout and connection needs separate them more strongly.
How we worked this out
Pixels per inch = √(width² + height²) / diagonal. The inputs are 3840 × 2160 at 31.5 inches and 3840 × 2160 at 31.5 inches. Because the diagonals are published nominal values, these figures are approximate.
Keep native detail apart from game speed
Per frame, U3225QE draws 8.3 million native pixels and MA320U 8.3 million. Refresh ceilings are 120Hz and 60Hz respectively.
How we worked this out
Native pixels = width × height. Refresh interval =1000 / Hz, which gives 8.3 and 16.7 ms. These calculations concern signal and cadence and are not measured frame rates, input lag or pixel response.
Rated charging headroom grows by 50W with Dell
While resolution and diagonal stay equal, the stated USB-C power ceiling rises from 90W to 140W.
How we worked this out
140 - 90 = 50W. At 31.5 inches, both panels are 3840 × 2160. Charging in practice depends on the negotiated host and cable support.
Option A
Dell, U3225QE
UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor
On a desk where you want fewer separate boxes, this larger 4K work screen offers 120Hz scrolling, 140-watt charging and a Thunderbolt hub.
- Best for
- Demanding laptop work on a large desk run through one cable
Facts we checked
- IPS Black panel at 120Hz, 31.5-inch, 3840 by 2160
- Up to 140 watts from Thunderbolt 4
- With its stand, 713.2 mm wide and 214.88 mm deep
Option B
BenQ, MA320U
MA Series 32-inch 4K Monitor for MacBook
MacBook users get 90-watt charging and familiar brightness controls from this roomy matte 4K display, and no Thunderbolt dock is needed.
- Best for
- A bigger MacBook screen whose everyday controls stay simple
Facts we checked
- 31.5-inch IPS panel, 3840 by 2160 at 60Hz
- USB-C video connection delivers up to 90 watts
- 714.5 mm of chassis width and 220.2 mm of stand depth
- 115 mm of height adjustment and 97 percent P3 coverage
Spec by spec
Where they really differ
| Spec | Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor | BenQ MA Series 32-inch 4K Monitor for MacBook | In practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native resolution | 3840 × 2160 | 3840 × 2160 | Usable logical workspace changes with operating-system scaling. |
| Panel diagonal | 31.5 in | 31.5 in | The measured active diagonal may differ slightly from a nominal screen class. |
| Maximum refresh | 120Hz | 60Hz | Look at the exact input, resolution and overclock conditions. |
| Panel technology | IPS Black | IPS | A measured color or motion winner is not established by panel type alone. |
| Laptop power | Up to 140W | Up to 90W | For the desired delivery, the host, cable and negotiated power profile all have to support it. |
| Chassis width | 713.2 mm | 714.5 mm | Leave additional room for cables, arms and neighboring equipment. |
| Stand depth | 214.88 mm | 220.2 mm | More desk depth can be taken by the included stand than by the display cabinet. |
Trade-offs
What each pick costs you
With Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor
- A laptop and cable that support it are needed to reach the 140-watt ceiling, and not every laptop will charge at that rate.
With BenQ MA Series 32-inch 4K Monitor for MacBook
- Compared with the MA270U, the same 4K pixel count is spread over the 31.5-inch panel's larger area.
Decision guide
How to decide
The U3225QE is for 120Hz motion and a more capable Thunderbolt desk hub, and the MA320U is for a MacBook-focused workspace where 60Hz and 90W charging are enough.
Workspace on screen is the same size
31.5-inch 3840 by 2160 panels are used in both. The Dell brings neither more pixels nor a larger canvas, so any extra value has to come from refresh rate and connectivity.
No charging ceiling is a promise for every laptop
Up to 140W is what Dell advertises, and BenQ advertises 90W. The laptop, cable and negotiated power profile all have to support the offered level. A gaming laptop may still need its own charger.
The footprints are close in size
Widths come to about 713 and 715 mm. Stand depth is about 215 mm on the Dell and 220 mm on the BenQ, so neither saves a dramatic amount of desk space.
What this page can’t tell you
- These pixel density and refresh interval figures are calculated from published specifications and do not come from a measured visual-quality or latency test.
- The USB-C power figure is the highest level that can be negotiated. It does not guarantee full-speed charging for every laptop.
By the numbers
What the data shows
What we found across the computer monitors we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
How many fit
This guide keeps all 50 models in play. The pick rests on the facts and trade-offs on this page.
50 models fit, out of 50 checkedThe gap in numbers
Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor lists 120 Hz for top refresh rate, 100% more than the 60 Hz on BenQ MA Series 32-inch 4K Monitor for MacBook.
- Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor
- 120 Hz
- BenQ MA Series 32-inch 4K Monitor for MacBook
- 60 Hz
- Models with this figure
- 44 of 50
Show the facts and the math
How we countedNo needs are preselected here. Open the matcher and add the ones that apply to your home, room or setup.
How we calculatedFigures use the fastest published refresh mode. Resolution, connection and color settings decide when you get that rate. For context, 44 of 50 models publish comparable figures.
| Product | Needs it meets | Facts we checked | Sources |
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| Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor | None of these needs is a documented match |
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| BenQ MA Series 32-inch 4K Monitor for MacBook | None of these needs is a documented match |
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