Sceptre C255B-FWT240.A1 25" Machine Black 2026
Dell S2725QC 27" Ash White 2026
What Buyers Say
Sceptre C255B-FWT240.A1 25" Machine Black 2026
Most users are very satisfied with this 240Hz monitor, praising its crisp visuals, smooth performance, and great value for the price. A few negative reviews mention poor color accuracy and that the monitor may not actually reach 240Hz on some systems. Overall, it is seen as a solid budget option for gaming, especially on PC.
Pros
- Crisp and smooth visuals
- Great value for the price
- 240Hz refresh rate as advertised
- Fast shipping and good packaging
- Sleek design with cool back lights
Cons
- Poor color accuracy on some units
- May not reach 240Hz on all systems
- Slight ghosting on Xbox
- Mediocre built-in speakers
- Limited tilt adjustment
Dell S2725QC 27" Ash White 2026
The Dell S2725QC is a 27-inch 4K IPS monitor with a 120Hz refresh rate and USB-C connectivity. Reviewers praise its sharp image quality, natural colors, smooth motion, and sleek design. It is considered excellent value for the price, with minor light bleed noted but not detracting from overall satisfaction.
Pros
- Sharp 4K image quality
- Natural and vibrant colors
- Smooth 120Hz refresh rate
- Convenient USB-C connectivity
- Sleek and modern design
Cons
- Minor light bleed on edges
Scores
Specifications
| Sceptre C255B-FWT240.A1 25" | Dell S2725QC 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 25" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | VA | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz★ | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms★ | 8 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | — | 350 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 99% sRGB |
| HDR | — | HDR |
| HDR Support | — | HDR |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 2★ | 1 |
| USB-C | — | 1★ |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✗ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | — | ✓★ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | — | 25W★ |
| Weight | 5.81 kg★ | 6.71 kg |
Pros & Cons
Sceptre C255B-FWT240.A1 25" Machine Black 2026
- Strong performance (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average ergonomic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average color (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average display (32nd percentile)
Dell S2725QC 27" Ash White 2026
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong display (90th percentile)90th %ile
Pricing
Sceptre C255B-FWT240.A1 25" Machine Black 2026 offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 29 specs.
