Monitors / Comparison

Dell UltraSharp U4025QW vs MSI Optix MAG301CR2

Monitor · Dell

Dell UltraSharp U4025QW

39.7″ · 5120×2160 · 120 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 71.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate50
Resolution100
Panel80
Response time50
VS
Monitor · MSI

MSI Optix MAG301CR2

29.5″ · 2560×1080 · 200 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 70.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate77
Resolution62
Panel66
Verdict

Dell UltraSharp U4025QW and MSI Optix MAG301CR2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 70.

  • Resolution: Dell UltraSharp U4025QW leads (5120×2160 vs 2560×1080).
  • Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR2 leads (200 Hz vs 120 Hz).
Pick this

Dell UltraSharp U4025QW

If you care most about resolution.

Pick this

MSI Optix MAG301CR2

If you care most about refresh rate.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Dell UltraSharp U4025QWMSI Optix MAG301CR2
71Gear score70
39.7″Screen size29.5″
5120×2160Resolution2560×1080
120 HzRefresh rate200 Hz
IPSPanelVA
5 msResponse time—
≈ $1,550Estimated price≈ $265

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 UltraSharp U4025QW or MSI Optix MAG301CR2 better?

Dell UltraSharp U4025QW and MSI Optix MAG301CR2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 70. Resolution: Dell UltraSharp U4025QW leads (5120×2160 vs 2560×1080). Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR2 leads (200 Hz vs 120 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: MSI Optix MAG301CR2 leads (200 Hz vs 120 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: Dell UltraSharp U4025QW ≈ $1,550, MSI Optix MAG301CR2 ≈ $265. Current prices vary by store.