Monitors / Comparison

Dell E1715SE vs NEC AS172-BK

Monitor · Dell

Dell E1715SE

17″ · 1280×1024 · 75 Hz · TN
GEAR SCORE 36.0 / 100Entry level
Refresh rate25
Resolution33
Panel50
Response time50
VS
Monitor · NEC

NEC AS172-BK

17″ · 1280×1024 · 76 Hz · TN
GEAR SCORE 36.0 / 100Entry level
Refresh rate26
Resolution33
Panel50
Response time50
Verdict

Dell E1715SE and NEC AS172-BK are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 36 and 36.

  • Refresh rate: NEC AS172-BK leads (76 Hz vs 75 Hz).
Pick this

NEC AS172-BK

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Dell E1715SENEC AS172-BK
36Gear score36
17″Screen size17″
1280×1024Resolution1280×1024
75 HzRefresh rate76 Hz
TNPanelTN
5 msResponse time5 ms
≈ $130Estimated price≈ $390

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is Dell E1715SE or NEC AS172-BK better?

Dell E1715SE and NEC AS172-BK are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 36 and 36. Refresh rate: NEC AS172-BK leads (76 Hz vs 75 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: NEC AS172-BK leads (76 Hz vs 75 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: Dell E1715SE ≈ $130, NEC AS172-BK ≈ $390. Current prices vary by store.