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Dell U2720Q 27" 4K Monitor (2020)

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Product Overview

Dell U2720Q is a high-end 27-inch 4K monitor in Dell's 2020 lineup. It is powered by a 10-bit IPS panel.
Notably, this monitor supports HDR up to DisplayHDR 400. In terms of color reproduction, one can expect above average performance. The included stand comes with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments that make for a more ergonomic viewing experience. Additionally, this monitor can get quite contrasty.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 90% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • DisplayHDR 400
  • Rich color reproduction
  • Stand with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments
  • High 1300:1 contrast ratio
  • 10-bit display panel
  • High 92.04 % screen-to-body ratio
  • Integrated USB-C hub
Cons

    What external reviewers found***

    External score 80% (not directly comparable across industries)
    Pros
    • Excellent build quality
    • Excellent ergonomics
    • High-quality, ergonomic design
    • Full sRGB color coverage
    • Easy to use
    • Sharp, crisp colors
    Cons
    • Low contrast ratio
    • Expensive for a 4K monitor
    • Mediocre reflection handling
    • No USB Type-C port
    • No variable refresh rate
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    Specifications

    Connectivity

    Ports
    1x USB 3.0 (Type-C; 90W; DisplayPort), 1x USB 3.0 (Type-C; downstream; 15W), 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 1x HDMI 2.0 (CEC), 1x USB 3.0 (downstream; BC 1.2 charging at 2A), 2x USB 3.0 (Type-A; downstream)

    Construction

    Adjustment | Height
    130 mm / 5.1181 in
    Adjustment | Pivot
    -90° ~ 90°
    Adjustment | Swivel
    -45° ~ 45°
    Adjustment | Tilt
    -5° ~ 21°
    Camera
    No
    Colors
    Black
    VESA Mount
    100 x 100 mm

    Dimensions

    Bezels
    92.04% screen-to-body ratio
    Size | Depth
    1.96 in / 49.7 mm w/o stand, 7.28 in / 185 mm w/ stand
    Size | Height
    14.02 in / 356 mm w/o stand, 15.56 in / 395.2 mm w/ stand
    Size | Width
    24.07 in / 611.3 mm
    Weight
    4.4 kg / 10 lbs w/o stand , 6.6 kg / 15 lbs w/ stand

    Display

    Aspect Ratio
    16:9
    Brightness
    350 nits
    Contrast Ratio
    1300:1 (static)
    Display Backlight
    W-LED
    Display Color Depth
    10 bits (8 bits + FRC), 1073741824 colors
    Display Diagonal
    27" (26.96 in / 684.7 mm)
    Display Type
    IPS, Anti-glare/Matte (3H)
    Gamut
    95% DCI-P3, 99% sRGB
    Pixel Density
    163 ppi
    Pixel Pitch
    0.155 mm
    Refresh Rate
    60 Hz
    Resolution
    4K (3840x2160)
    Response Time
    5 ms (min) / 8 ms (avg)
    Viewing Angle
    178° H / 178° V

    Function

    HDR
    DisplayHDR 400
    Licenses
    BFR-free, CEL, ENERGY STAR 6.0, EPEAT, Mercury-free, NFPA 99, PVC-free, RoHS Compliant, TCO
    Operating Humidity
    10 % ~ 80 %
    Operating Temperature
    0 °C ~ 40 °C , 32 °F ~ 104 °F
    Video
    Flicker-free technology, Low Blue Light

    Performance

    Power Consumption
    33 W (average) / 200 W (max) / 0.3 W (sleep) / 0.3 W (off)

    Production

    Accessory
    DisplayPort cable, USB Type-C to Type-C cable, USB Type-C to Type-A cable
    Debut
    2020
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    External Reviews

    laptopmag[1]

    Reviewer score 93%
    Reviewers from laptopmag have found the following***:
    The Dell U2720Q is a 27-inch, 4K IPS panel with a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio and 163 of Pixel density (PPI) It's sharp, crisp, and the colors were accurately saturated while I was editing videos in Davinci Resolve 16 or photos in Capture One Pro. This mid-tier monitor is an excellent choice that I definitely recommend. It's not a high-end gaming monitor but you will get some solid gaming results.
    Find the original article here.
    Pros
    • Sharp, crisp colors
    • Excellent build quality
    • Easy to use
    Cons
    • No USB Type-C port

    pcmag[2]

    Reviewer score 83%
    Reviewers from pcmag have found the following***:
    With its stand extended to its full height, the U2720Q measures 20.7 by 24.1 by 7.3 inches. It has a tilt range from 5 degrees downward to 21 degrees upward, swivel control of up to 45 degrees to either side, and the ability to pivot 90 degrees in either direction. One of these rear USB-C ports can deliver 90 watts of power to your laptop.
    Find the original article here.
    Pros
    • High-quality, ergonomic design
    • Full sRGB color coverage
    • USB Type-C and DisplayPort ports
    Cons
    • Expensive for a 4K monitor

    rtings[3]

    Reviewer score 66%
    Reviewers from rtings have found the following***:
    The Dell UltraSharp U2720Q is a good monitor for most uses. Its 27 inch screen is great for multitasking and text looks sharp with its 4k resolution. Its IPS panel provides good viewing angles and its excellent ergonomics let you adjust the monitor however you like. The monitor can display a wide color gamut, however, its peak brightness is limited and its contrast ratio is low.
    Find the original article here.
    Pros
    • Excellent ergonomics
    • Large screen size
    • Wide viewing angles
    • Out-of-the-box color accuracy is only decent
    Cons
    • Low contrast ratio
    • Mediocre reflection handling
    • No variable refresh rate

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    References

    1. ^ Dell Ultrasharp 27 4K U2720Q review . [laptopmag]. https://www.laptopmag.com/reviews/dell-ultrasharp-27-4k-u2720q. 2020-08-17. Retrieved 2022-01-02.
    2. ^ Dell UltraSharp 27 4K USB-C Monitor (U2720Q) Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/dell-ultrasharp-27-4k-usb-c-monitor-u2720q. 2020-06-09. Retrieved 2022-01-06.
    3. ^ Dell UltraSharp U2720Q Monitor Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/monitor/reviews/dell/ultrasharp-u2720q. 2020-05-27. Retrieved 2022-01-06.

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