Dell UltraSharp U2724D vs Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

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all judged against monitors at a similar price

The Dell UltraSharp U2724D scores 7.1/10 overall, ahead of the Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor at 6.3/10.

The Dell UltraSharp U2724D leads on ergonomics and build and warranty.

The Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor leads on refresh rate and motion.

They score the same on panel quality, sharpness for text and connectivity and docking.

The biggest difference is ergonomics, where the Dell UltraSharp U2724D scores 9/10 to the Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor's 5/10.

Dell UltraSharp U2724D

7.1/10verdict: buy

The Dell UltraSharp U2724D is a 27 inch 1440p IPS Black monitor for people who care about colour and desk ergonomics. It suits general office, development and creative work where a 120 Hz refresh rate is a bonus. It is a weaker fit for anyone who wants a single-cable laptop dock or fast gaming response.

Typically about £300 in the UK when we researched itSearch Amazon UK

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Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

6.3/10verdict: good, not the best

This is a 24 inch Full HD IPS monitor for people who want a clean screen with wide sRGB coverage on a small budget. It suits office desks, second screens and general home use where HDMI is enough. It is a poor fit for anyone who needs USB-C, DisplayPort or a stand that adjusts in height.

Typically about £74.97 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK

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Scores, criterion by criterion

Criterion	Weight	Dell UltraSharp U2724D	Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor
Panel quality	25%	8/10	8/10
Sharpness for text	20%	6/10	6/10
Connectivity and docking	20%	5/10	5/10
Ergonomics	15%	9/10	5/10
Refresh rate and motion	10%	7/10	8/10
Build and warranty	10%	8/10	5/10
Overall		7.1/10	6.3/10

Specifications

Spec	Dell UltraSharp U2724D	Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor
Screen size	27 inch (68.6 cm diagonal)	23.8 inch viewable (24 inch class)
Resolution	2560 x 1440 (QHD), 108.97 PPI	1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Panel type	IPS Black, 2000:1 typical contrast, 350 cd/m² brightness	IPS
Refresh rate	120 Hz standard refresh rate, 5 ms GTG response	120Hz (manufacturer figure; retailers list 100Hz)
Inputs and USB-C	1 HDMI 2.1, 2 DisplayPort, 1 USB Type-C, RJ-45 network, 5 USB ports	HDMI 1.4, VGA, 3.5 mm audio in/out, 2 x 2 W speakers
Stand adjustment	Height adjustment 150 mm, tilt -5° to 21°, swivel ±45°, pivot ±90°, VESA 100 x 100 mm	Tilt only; VESA 100x100 mount compatible
HDR	Not HDR ready	not listed

Strengths and weaknesses

Dell UltraSharp U2724D

+ IPS Black panel with 98% DCI-P3 coverage
+ Full stand adjustment including pivot, plus VESA mount
+ 120 Hz refresh rate, valued by owners
− Owners say USB-C lacks video and power delivery
− Few video inputs, according to owners
− 5 ms GTG response draws gaming complaints

Skip it if:

Laptop users who want single-cable video and charging over USB-C
Competitive gamers who prioritise fast pixel response
Buyers who need HDR support

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Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

+ IPS panel with 102% sRGB coverage
+ 120Hz refresh rate with Adaptive Sync support
+ VESA 100x100 mount compatible
− Stand only tilts
− No DisplayPort or USB-C input
− Text sharpness limited to 92.56 ppi

Skip it if:

Buyers who want USB-C, DisplayPort or a USB hub for docking
Anyone who needs a stand with height, swivel or pivot adjustment
Users who read or code all day and want sharper text

Read the full Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor review ›

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