The Dell P2425H is a low-cost 24-inch, 1080p office monitor. It's part of Dell's series of productivity monitors, which includes higher-resolution models like the Dell P2423D and the larger P2723D. It's very similar to related models such as the Dell P2425HE, which delivers far more power over USB-C and has an ethernet port, and the Dell P2425, which has a 16:10 aspect ratio. While the P2425H is a step down from the P2425HE, it still has four USB ports for attaching peripherals, including one USB-C port with 15W of power delivery, as well as a Kensington lock, so you can use this to secure the monitor to a solid object in public places.
Our Verdict
The Dell P2425H is bad for PC gaming, but it isn't designed for this. Its 100Hz refresh rate is higher than most office monitors, but it's not responsive enough for games with fast-moving content. Additionally, it doesn't have VRR support to reduce screen tearing. While it has low enough input lag for a responsive feel, motion is very blurry due to its poor response time.
- Fast-moving objects look blurry.
- No local dimming feature.
- No HDR support.
- Mediocre contrast.
The Dell P2425H is terrible for console gaming. It can't display a 120Hz, 4k, or even 1440p signal and doesn't support VRR or HDR. Though it has low input lag for a responsive enough feel, fast-moving objects look blurry due to its poor response time.
- Fast-moving objects look blurry.
- No local dimming feature.
- No HDR support.
- Mediocre contrast.
The Dell P2425H is decent for office use. Its superb ergonomics allow you to adjust the screen to your optimal viewing position, and thanks to its wide viewing angles, you can easily share your work with colleagues. It also has a USB hub and up to 15W of power delivery over USB-C, which is useful if you want to charge devices like your phone. However, while it gets bright enough to overcome glare in some environments, it's harder to see in bright environments.
- Bright enough to overcome glare in some environments.
- Wide viewing angles.
- Superb ergonomics.
- Four USB ports.
- Harder to see in bright environments
The Dell P2425H is okay for media creation. It has superb ergonomics, so you can easily place it in an ideal working position. It also has wide viewing angles, so sharing your work with others is easy. Additionally, it has decent accuracy before calibration, though you still need to calibrate it for the most accurate image. However, it doesn't support HDR, so you can't use it to edit HDR content. Additionally, deep blacks appear gray in a dark room, making it harder to see shadow details during editing.
- Bright enough to overcome glare in some environments.
- Wide viewing angles.
- Superb ergonomics.
- Four USB ports.
- No local dimming feature.
- No HDR support.
- Harder to see in bright environments
- Mediocre contrast.
The Dell P2425H has okay brightness in SDR, enough to overcome glare in some environments, though it's harder to see in bright environments. It also doesn't support HDR.
- Bright enough to overcome glare in some environments.
- No HDR support.
- Harder to see in bright environments
The Dell P2425H has a terrible response time, and fast-moving objects look quite blurry.
- Fast-moving objects look blurry.
The Dell 24 Monitor P2425H doesn't support HDR.
The Dell 24 Monitor P2425H has mediocre SDR picture quality. Its mediocre contrast ratio makes blacks look gray next to bright highlights, and the screen looks somewhat cloudy when displaying a dark image.
- Screen is somewhat cloudy when displaying a dark image.
- Mediocre contrast.
The Dell 24 Monitor P2425H has good color accuracy. However, you need to calibrate it for the best accuracy, as colors are oversaturated before calibration.
- Decent color accuracy before calibration.
Performance Usages
Changelog
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Updated Feb 02, 2026:
We added that the Dell S2725DC is a higher-resolution option with sharper text clarity.
- Updated Feb 21, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.0.1. This includes a new test result for DisplayPort 2.1 Transmission Bandwidth.
- Updated Aug 29, 2024: Added that the AOC 24G15N has a higher Refresh Rate.
- Updated Aug 15, 2024: Review published.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the 24-inch Dell P2425H, which is part of Dell's series of productivity monitors, some of which are listed below. Most of these monitors are similar, but there are some differences as you can see below. The results in this review are only valid for the model we tested and aren't valid for the other monitors.
| Model Code | Size | Resolution | Refresh Rate | Aspect Ratio | USB-C Power Delivery |
| P2425H | 24" | 1080p | 100Hz | 16:9 | 15W |
| P2425HE | 24" | 1080p | 100Hz | 16:9 | 90W |
| P2425 | 24" | 1080p | 100Hz | 16:10 | 15W |
| P2423D | 24" | 1440p | 60Hz | 16:9 | No USB-C |
Our unit was manufactured in March 2024; you can see the label here. It was tested with firmware M2B101.
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The Dell P2425H is a cheap 24-inch productivity monitor that works well on its own or in a multi-monitor setup. It's a good option if you're looking for a cheap office monitor and don't mind the lower-resolution screen and blurrier text that comes with it. Additionally, it has great viewing angles, so it's easy to share content from your screen with a coworker. However, it has some significant limitations. While it gets bright enough to overcome glare in some environments, it's harder to see in bright environments. It also doesn't have HDR support. If you can spend a bit more and want a monitor that gets a bit brighter and displays a more detailed image, consider the Dell P2423D. Though it lacks a USB-C port, it still has a USB hub and is otherwise very similar to the P2425H.
Also, see our recommendations for the best office monitors, the best monitors for dual setup, and the best budget and cheap monitors.
The Dell P2423D and the Dell P2425H are both 24-inch productivity monitors. The two monitors are very similar, and the P2425H is a good option if you don't need the higher resolution or brighter screen of the P2423D. The P2425H also has a more responsive-feeling 100Hz refresh rate, though its response time isn't fast enough for games with lots of motion.
The Dell P2425H and the Dell S2725DC are both entry-level work monitors, with a few differences. The S2725DC has a bigger screen, making it the better choice for multitasking, and it has sharper text clarity thanks to its higher resolution. The S2725DC also gets brighter, making it the better choice to use in well-lit rooms. Lastly, the S2725DC has the edge for gaming thanks to its higher refresh rate and VRR support, which the P2425H doesn't have. That said, the P2425H is still a useful entry-level work monitor that's worth considering if you're on a tight budget.
The Dell S2721QS and the Dell P2425H are office-oriented monitors. Both are good choices for office work, and if you don't need the added performance of the S2721QS, then the P2425H is a great choice. However, the S2721QS is the better choice if you work in a bright environment, need HDR support, want a much sharper image, or prefer a larger screen.
The ASUS VG246H and the Dell P2425H are 24-inch, 1080p monitors. Both monitors are very similar, and given that these are quite low-cost displays, you may prefer to get whichever is cheaper. The ASUS is a slightly better choice in a brighter room, as it gets a bit brighter. Alternatively, the Dell is a better option if you want a more responsive office monitor, as it has a slightly higher 100Hz refresh rate. However, its response time isn't fast enough for fast-moving games.
We buy and test more than 30 monitors each year, all of which we purchase ourselves, without cherry-picked units or samples. We put a lot into each unbiased, straight-to-the-point review, and there's a whole process from purchasing to publishing, involving multiple teams and people. We do more than just use the monitor for a week; we use specialized, custom tools to measure various aspects and deliver objective, data-driven results. We also consider multiple factors before making any recommendations, including the monitor's cost, its performance compared to the competition, and whether it's easy to find.
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