MSI MP165 E6 15.6" Black 2025
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" Black, Silver, Dual Color 2025
What Buyers Say
MSI MP165 E6 15.6" Black 2025
This portable monitor is highly praised for its crisp display, easy USB-C setup, and slim design, making it a great productivity tool on the go. However, some users note low brightness (250 nits) and color saturation issues, especially for MacBook Pro users, while others find it excellent value for Windows and console use.
Pros
- Crisp and bright IPS display
- Easy USB-C plug-and-play setup
- Slim and lightweight design
- Great value for the price
- Full-size HDMI input
Cons
- Low brightness (250 nits max)
- Color saturation lacking for some
- Not ideal for MacBook Pro users
- Better options available at similar price
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" Black, Silver, Dual Color 2025
The Dell UltraSharp U4025QW is widely praised as an exceptional productivity monitor, with users highlighting its stunning 5K2K resolution, vibrant IPS Black colors, and excellent text clarity. The built-in Thunderbolt 4 hub and KVM switch are major selling points, simplifying multi-device setups and reducing desk clutter. However, some users report significant issues with firmware updates, particularly on Macs, and note that the monitor is heavy and its anti-glare coating is less effective than competitors. Overall, it is considered a premium, high-value investment for professionals despite a few notable drawbacks.
Pros
- Exceptional 5K2K resolution
- Vibrant IPS Black colors
- Built-in Thunderbolt 4 hub
- Effective KVM switch
- Excellent text clarity
Cons
- Firmware update issues on Mac
- Heavy (19 lbs)
- Anti-glare coating less effective
- KVM limited to two devices
- Thick design for webcams
Scores
Specifications
| MSI MP165 E6 15.6" | Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6" | 39.7" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 5120 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✓ |
| Curvature | — | 2,500 |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 4 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | — | Adaptive-Sync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 250 nits | 600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 49.51% sRGB | 100% sRGB, 100% Rec. 709, 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 6-Bit+FRC | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR 600 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR600 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 0 | 1★ |
| USB-C | 2 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 75x75 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Power | 10W★ | 380W |
| Weight | 0.78 kg★ | 8.35 kg |
Pros & Cons
MSI MP165 E6 15.6" Black 2025
- Strong portability (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (78th percentile)
- Strong social proof (68th percentile)
- Below average color (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average feature (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average display (21st percentile)
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" Black, Silver, Dual Color 2025
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong color (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
MSI MP165 E6 15.6" Black 2025 offers 8.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 31 specs.
