Dell P3425WE Pro 34" Plus 34.1" Black, Silver, Dual Color Review
The Dell Pro 34" Plus P3425WE is an ergonomic powerhouse built for comfort, not speed. Its 100Hz WQHD panel and USB-C hub make it a great office ultrawide, if you can find it at the right price.
The 30-Second Version
The Dell Pro 34" Plus P3425WE is an ergonomic champion (88th percentile) built for comfort, not speed. Its 100Hz WQHD IPS panel and integrated USB-C hub make it a great plug-and-play office ultrawide. Just don't expect gaming-level performance from its 50th percentile score.
Overview
The Dell Pro 34" Plus P3425WE is a work-focused ultrawide that nails the ergonomics. Its adjustability lands in the 88th percentile, which means you can get it just right for a long day. The 34-inch WQHD IPS panel sits in the 84th percentile for display quality, offering a sharp, 21:9 canvas that's great for multitasking without being overwhelming. It's not a gaming or creative powerhouse, but it's a solid, comfortable daily driver for office work and general use, scoring a 66.8 out of 100 in our 'best for office' rating. The 100Hz refresh is a nice step up from the standard 60Hz, making everything feel just a bit smoother.
Performance
Performance is a mixed bag, landing right at the 50th percentile. That's the definition of average. The 100Hz refresh and 5ms response time are fine for casual gaming or fast-paced scrolling, but they're not going to wow anyone used to high-refresh panels. Where this monitor shines is in its comfort and color. The color performance is in the 85th percentile, covering 99% of sRGB, which is excellent for general productivity and media consumption. The 350-nit brightness is decent for most indoor settings. Just don't expect HDR pop or the deep blacks of a VA or OLED panel.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Ergonomics are top-tier, scoring in the 88th percentile for easy, all-day adjustability. 97th
- Color accuracy is strong, hitting the 85th percentile with 99% sRGB coverage. 97th
- The built-in USB-C hub with 90W power delivery and Ethernet is a huge desk-cleaning convenience. 88th
- The 100Hz refresh is a noticeable and welcome upgrade over standard 60Hz office monitors. 85th
- The 21:9 ultrawide aspect ratio is excellent for productivity and multitasking workflows.
Cons
- Overall performance is merely average, sitting at the 50th percentile in our rankings.
- 350 nits of brightness is good but not great, especially in brighter rooms.
- The 5ms response time is okay, but not ideal for fast-paced competitive gaming.
- It's a heavy monitor at 9.9kg, which makes it a pain to move.
- The contrast ratio of 1500:1 is typical for IPS, so blacks won't be as deep as on VA panels.
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 34" |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 |
| Curved | Yes |
Performance
| Refresh Rate | 100 Hz |
| Response Time | 5 |
Color & HDR
| Brightness | 350 nits |
| Color Gamut | 1.07 Billion Colors |
| HDR Support | Yes |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 1 |
| USB-C | 1 |
| Speakers | No |
Ergonomics
| Height Adjustable | Yes |
| Tilt | Yes |
| Swivel | Yes |
| Pivot | No |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 |
Features
| Touchscreen | No |
| Weight | 9.9 kg / 21.8 lbs |
Value & Pricing
The price is all over the place, ranging from $570 to $875 depending on the vendor. That's a $305 spread, so shop around. At the lower end of that range, it's a compelling value for a well-equipped, ergonomic ultrawide. At the high end, you're paying a premium for the Dell name and that USB-C hub. If you can snag it for around $600, it's a good deal. If you're looking at the $800+ mark, you start to bump into more feature-rich or higher-performance alternatives.
Price History
vs Competition
Compared to the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9, this Dell is a productivity tool, not a gaming beast. The Samsung offers higher refresh rates and HDR, but costs significantly more and is massive. Against the Dell UltraSharp 27" 4K, you're trading pixel density for screen real estate. The UltraSharp has a sharper image for detail work, but the P3425WE's ultrawide format is better for window management. The MSI MPG 32" 4K offers much higher 240Hz performance for gaming, but lacks the integrated hub and top-tier ergonomics of this Dell. It's about picking your priority: all-around office comfort (Dell) or specialized performance (the others).
| Spec | Dell P3425WE Pro 34" Plus 34.1" | LG UltraGear LG - UltraGear 27" IPS Dual Mode (4K UHD 180Hz, | MSI MPG MSI 32" UHD 4K 240Hz G-Sync Compatible 0.03ms | Samsung Odyssey Neo Samsung - 57" Odyssey Neo G9 Dual 4K UHD Quantum | ASUS ROG Swift ASUS ROG Swift 32" 4K OLED Gaming Monitor PG32UCDP | Apple Studio Display Apple - Studio Display - Standard glass - |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 34 | 27 | 32 | 57 | 32 | 27 |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 7680 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 5120 x 2880 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS | OLED | VA | OLED | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 100 | 180 | 240 | 240 | 240 | 60 |
| Response Time Ms | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | - | - |
| Adaptive Sync | - | G-Sync Compatible | G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync Premium Pro | G-Sync Compatible | - |
| Hdr | ✓ | HDR400 | HDR400 | HDR10+ | HDR10 | ✗ |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Color | Compact | Display | Feature | User Sentiment | Ergonomic | Performance | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dell P3425WE Pro 34" Plus 34.1" | 80 | 72.4 | 81.8 | 97.2 | 96.8 | 87.8 | 52.5 | 84.5 | 67.1 |
| LG UltraGear 27" Dual Mode Compare | 89.8 | 80.4 | 90.5 | 82.4 | 96.8 | 96.5 | 94.1 | 99.9 | 97.3 |
| MSI MPG 32" Compare | 99 | 72.4 | 98.7 | 82.4 | 81.6 | 96.5 | 99.9 | 96.7 | 73.7 |
| Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 57" Dual Compare | 99.4 | 50.4 | 99.6 | 82.4 | 0 | 87.8 | 96.3 | 99.4 | 99.3 |
| ASUS ROG Swift 32" Compare | 99.9 | 72.4 | 98.7 | 82.4 | 0 | 87.8 | 81.3 | 96.7 | 97.3 |
| Apple Studio Display Studio Display Standard glass Tilt-adjustable stand Compare | 96.7 | 80.4 | 99.4 | 99.6 | 93.5 | 72.3 | 22.5 | 96 | 98.1 |
Common Questions
Q: How low can the monitor go on its stand?
The bottom of the screen sits about 15.4 inches from the desk at its lowest height setting, which is quite good and contributes to its 88th percentile ergonomics score.
Q: Is this good for photo editing?
It's decent for casual editing. Its color accuracy is in the 85th percentile with 99% sRGB coverage, which is great for web and general use. Serious pros working in Adobe RGB or DCI-P3 will want a wider gamut monitor.
Q: Can you game on this at 100Hz?
You can, but it's not a dedicated gaming monitor. The 100Hz is nice, but the 5ms response time and 50th percentile performance ranking mean it's fine for casual games, not esports. Look for a monitor with a higher refresh rate and better response times if gaming is your main focus.
Who Should Skip This
Skip this monitor if you're a hardcore gamer or a professional video/photo editor. Its performance sits at the 50th percentile, meaning there are much faster options for high-refresh gaming and more color-accurate options for critical creative work. Also, if portability matters to you at all, its 10.8/100 score in that category and 9.9kg weight tell you everything you need to know.
Verdict
We recommend the Dell Pro 34" Plus P3425WE if your priority is a comfortable, well-connected ultrawide for office and general use. The data backs this up: its top scores are in ergonomics and color, the two things that matter most for long workdays. It's not the flashiest or fastest monitor, but it's a reliable, highly adjustable workhorse. Just make sure you're buying it for the right reasons and at the right price.