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ASUS ProArt Display PA278QV vs Dell UltraSharp U3226Q

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  • 22 the same
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Biggest differences

Each bar uses the scale of all 179 monitors.

  1. ContrastA: 1,000:1B: 1,500,000:1Dell is 1,500 times higher.
  2. Response timeLower is betterA: 5msB: 0.03msDell is 4.97 ms lower.
  3. Refresh rateA: 75HzB: 120HzDell is 45 Hz higher.
  4. Power use SDR (EU label)Lower is betterA: 21.6WB: 33.7WASUS is 12.1 W lower.
  5. Power use (typical)Lower is betterA: 20.3WB: 30.2WASUS is 9.9 W lower.
  6. Pixel densityA: 108.8ppiB: 139.9ppiDell is 31.1 ppi higher.
  7. Standby powerLower is betterA: 0.5WB: 0.4WDell is 0.1 W lower.

Refresh rate per resolution

The best rate over any port. Bars run from 0 to 1200 Hz.

3840 × 2160Native for B
ANot listed
B120Hz
2560 × 1440Native for A
A75Hz
BNot listed

Size, drawn to scale

Front and side. Solid lines show the stand at its lowest. Dashed lines show it at its highest.

Weight

0 to 15 kg

Weight with stand
A6.9kg
B9.84kg
Weight without stand
A4.7kg
B6.43kg

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AASUS ProArt Display PA278QV
BDell UltraSharp U3226Q

General

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Series
ProArt Display2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Listed under ProArt in the Displays / Desktops, Monitors menu.
UltraSharp1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Cover: Dell UltraSharp 32 4K QD-OLED Monitor U3226Q.
Model numbers
PA278QV, 90LM05L1-B033703Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026The guide covers PA278QV and PA278QEV. Only PA278QV is stored.
U3226Q, U3226Qb, 210-BVKD2Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/dell-ultrasharp-32-4k-qd-oled-monitor-u3226q/apd/210-bvkd/monitors-monitor-accessoriesRead 14 October 2026U3226Q is the model on the manual cover. U3226Qb is the regulatory model in the manual. 210-BVKD is the Dell US part in the page address. Other Dell part numbers exist for other regions and are not stored.
GTIN / EAN
19287657526011Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B088BC5HMMRead 15 October 2026Amazon US page, ASIN B088BC5HMM: Model Number PA278QV, UPC 192876575260. Compsource lists the same UPC. Distributor sheets list other EAN codes for the 90LM05L1 regional codes, so only the US code is stored.
539732102514610Retailer pagealternate-b2b.de/Dell/UltraSharp-U3226Q-OLED-Monitor/html/product/100194384Read 14 October 2026Alternate (Germany) lists EAN 5397321025146 for manufacturer number DELL-U3226Q. This is the European item. The US part may carry another code.
Announced
27 May 20208Press articleprofesionalreview.com/2020/05/27/asus-anuncia-los-monitores-proart-pa248qv-y-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Article dated 2020-05-27 announces the PA248QV and PA278QV for Spain.
6 January 20265Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/dell-announce-the-ultrasharp-u3226q-a-32-4k-qd-oled-monitor-aimed-at-creative-professionalsRead 14 October 2026TFTCentral article dated 2026-01-06, announced ahead of CES 2026.
Status
Available11Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B088BC5HMMRead 15 October 2026The Amazon US listing sells the monitor new. EPREL shows an expected end of placing on the market in 2027-12.
Not available
Predecessor
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Successor
Not available
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Launch price (US)
$299.9910Press articleaphnetworks.com/news/22457-asus-proart-display-pa248qv-and-pa278qv-now-availableRead 15 October 2026ASUS US release reposted by APH Networks, 2020-06-19: purchase today for 299.99 USD at Amazon, ASUS Official Store, B&H, Micro Center and Newegg. The lead sentence of the same release says 299 USD. Excludes sales tax.
$2,599.995Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/dell-announce-the-ultrasharp-u3226q-a-32-4k-qd-oled-monitor-aimed-at-creative-professionalsRead 14 October 2026Update of 2026-02-25: on Dell's website and available to order at $2,599.99 USD. US price without sales tax.
Launch price (EU)
€3799Press articlecomputerbase.de/2020-06/asus-proart-monitore-pa248qv-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026ComputerBase, 2020-06-04: unverbindliche Preisempfehlung 379 Euro for the PA278QV, a German recommended price including VAT. The Spanish launch article also gives 379 EUR.
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Markets
US, EU8Press articleprofesionalreview.com/2020/05/27/asus-anuncia-los-monitores-proart-pa248qv-y-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Spain and Germany from the launch articles. EPREL lists the model in the EU and EEA countries. US from the launch release.
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Colours
Black3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications summary p 3-10: Colors Black.
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Segment
Creator2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Designed for creative professionals, from photo and video editing to graphic design.
Creator5Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/dell-announce-the-ultrasharp-u3226q-a-32-4k-qd-oled-monitor-aimed-at-creative-professionalsRead 14 October 2026Article calls it a monitor aimed at creative professionals. Tom's Hardware reviews it as a professional display.

Display

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Screen size
27in(68.6 cm)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Panel Size (inch) 27.
31.5in(80 cm)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: visible image diagonal 799.2 mm (31.5 inch).
Viewable screen diagonal
Not available
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Native resolution
2560 × 1440px1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Resolution 2560x1440.
3840 × 2160px1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026
Aspect ratio
16:91Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Aspect Ratio 16:9.
16:91Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026
Pixel density
108.8ppi
139.9ppi
Pixel pitch
0.2331mm3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026p 3-10: 0.2331 mm x 0.2331 mm. The page rounds it to 0.233 mm.
0.1814mm1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: 0.1814 mm horizontal and vertical.
Active display area
Width596.74Height335.66mm(23.5 × 13.2 in)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Display Viewing Area (H x V) 596.74 x 335.66 mm.
Width696.58Height391.83mm(27.4 × 15.4 in)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: 696.58 mm horizontal and 391.83 mm vertical.
Curved
No6Spec databaseshop.aodatacloud.es/wp-content/uploads/datasheet_90LM05L1-B03370.pdfRead 15 October 2026Distributor product sheet for code 90LM05L1-B03370, publication date 23-JUL-2025: Forma de la pantalla Plana (flat). The sheet is a copy of maker data, not an ASUS document.
No1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026No curvature is stated. TFTCentral calls the panel flat. The drawings show a flat panel.
Curvature radius
Not available
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Screen surface
Matte1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Display Surface: Anti-Glare. The Amazon US listing also says Matte.
Matte6Reviewtomshardware.com/monitors/dell-ultrasharp-u3226q-4k-32-inch-qd-oled-monitor-reviewRead 14 October 2026Text: surfaces are near matte and the screen front is not shiny like most OLEDs. TFTCentral says Dell's own anti-glare coating replaces the usual semi-glossy QD-OLED coating. Dell calls it AGLR. Stored as matte as the nearest option.
Anti-reflection coating
Anti-Glare1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Display Surface, verbatim.
AGLR1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: anti-reflective low-reflectivity coating (AGLR) with 3H hard coating.
Touchscreen
No6Spec databaseshop.aodatacloud.es/wp-content/uploads/datasheet_90LM05L1-B03370.pdfRead 15 October 2026Same sheet: Pantalla tactil: no.
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Panel

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Panel type
IPS1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Panel Type: IPS.
QD-OLED1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026
Panel type (as published)
IPS1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Panel Type, verbatim.
QD-OLED1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026
Backlight
Not available
None (self-emissive)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Product features p8: QD-OLED display with an Oxide TFT active element. OLED is self-emissive.
Local dimming
Not available
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Dimming zones
Not available
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Panel maker
Innolux7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Review of 2020-11-02: panel Innolux M270KCJ-L5B (AAS IPS). Not confirmed by ASUS or a teardown. Panels can change between production runs.
Samsung Display5Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/dell-announce-the-ultrasharp-u3226q-a-32-4k-qd-oled-monitor-aimed-at-creative-professionalsRead 14 October 2026Article names a 4th Gen Samsung Display QD-OLED panel with EL 3.0 material.
Panel part number
M270KCJ-L5B7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Innolux M270KCJ-L5B, as above.
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Panel generation
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4th gen5Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/dell-announce-the-ultrasharp-u3226q-a-32-4k-qd-oled-monitor-aimed-at-creative-professionalsRead 14 October 2026Article: 4th Gen Samsung Display QD-OLED.
Subpixel layout
RGB stripe7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Review: standard RGB stripe, with no text fringing concerns.
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Colour depth
8bits1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Display Colors 16.7M, which is 8 bits per channel. The review confirms true 8-bit.
10bits1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 20261.07 billion colours is 10 bits per channel. Table 27 lists 10-bit video modes. Native panel depth comes from Tom's Hardware.
Colour depth method
Native7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Review spec list: 16.7 million colours, 8 bits per subpixel without dithering (true 8-bit).
Native6Reviewtomshardware.com/monitors/dell-ultrasharp-u3226q-4k-32-inch-qd-oled-monitor-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec table: native color depth 10-bit.
Displayable colours
16.7 million1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Display Colors 16.7M.
1.07 billion1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: 1.07 billion colours.
sRGB coverage
100%1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Color Space (sRGB) 100%. The page also says 100% Rec. 709. Coverage or volume and the CIE basis are not stated. The reviewer measured 99% sRGB with adjusted settings.
100%1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: sRGB 100% (CIE 1931) typical.
DCI-P3 coverage
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99%1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: DCI-P3 99% (CIE 1976) typical. Display P3 is also 99% (CIE 1976).
Adobe RGB coverage
Not available
94%1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: Adobe RGB 94% (CIE 1931) typical.
Rec. 2020 coverage
Not available
80%1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: BT.2020 80% (CIE 1976) typical.
NTSC coverage
Not available
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Factory calibrated
Yes2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Factory calibrated and Calman Verified.
Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7 note: calibration accuracy figures are based on factory calibration results.
Claimed Delta E
22Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Published as Delta E < 2. The colour space and whether it is an average or maximum are not stated. The German tab says Color Accuracy dE <= 2. Bound stored as 2.
11Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: SDR Delta E < 1 average for DCI-P3 D63, Display P3 D65, sRGB D65 and BT.709 D65. Adobe RGB is Delta E < 2 average. HDR is Delta E ITP < 3.5. Stored 1 with the less-than qualifier.
Paper calibration report in box
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Accessories (varies by region) list a Color pre-calibration report. The manual says Color calibration testing report.
Not available
Hardware calibration support
Not available
Yes5Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/dell-announce-the-ultrasharp-u3226q-a-32-4k-qd-oled-monitor-aimed-at-creative-professionalsRead 14 October 2026Article: hardware calibration of the internal 3D LUT with the built-in colorimeter. Tom's Hardware also describes 3D LUT calibration.
Static contrast ratio
1,000:11Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1. The manual's 100,000,000:1 with ASCR on is dynamic and not stored.
1,500,000:11Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: contrast ratio 1.5 million:1. OLED, no dynamic contrast stated.
Brightness (typical, SDR)
350nits1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Brightness (Typ.) 350 cd/m2. Window and mode are not stated. The manual says the same.
300nits1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: 300 cd/m2 typical.
Brightness (maker minimum)
Not available
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Peak brightness (HDR)
Not available
1,000nits1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: 1000 cd/m2 peak in HDR mode at 3% APL.
HDR peak test window
Not available
3%1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Dell states 3% APL, which is not a window size. Tom's Hardware quotes Dell's claim as a 1.5% window. The maker's 3% is stored.
Full-screen brightness
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HDR formats
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HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Product features p8: HDR modes ST2084 (PQ) 1000 nits, DisplayHDR True Black 500, HLG 1000 nits and Dolby Vision (Bright and Dark). HDR10 is named by Tom's Hardware.6Reviewtomshardware.com/monitors/dell-ultrasharp-u3226q-4k-32-inch-qd-oled-monitor-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec table: HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision. No HDR10+.
HDR certification
None4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_384209_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Energy class and on-mode power for HDR are n.a., so HDR is not implemented. ASUS lists no HDR format or DisplayHDR level. Stored as none.
DisplayHDR True Black 5001Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500.
Viewing angle (horizontal)
178°1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Viewing Angle (CR>=10, H/V) 178/178.
178°1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026
Viewing angle (vertical)
178°1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Viewing Angle (CR>=10, H/V) 178/178.
178°1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026

Refresh rate and motion

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Refresh rate per resolution and port
AASUS ProArt Display PA278QV
Refresh rate per resolution and port. The top rate is in bold.
ResolutionPort not listed
2560 × 1440Native75Hz
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Refresh Rate (Max) 75Hz at the 2560x1440 native resolution. The manual's supported-mode list has 2560x1440 at 74.924 Hz. The page does not say which input carries 75 Hz, so no input is stored. Bit depth and chroma are not stated.
BDell UltraSharp U3226Q
Refresh rate per resolution and port. The top rate is in bold.
ResolutionHDMI 2.1DisplayPort 1.4USB-C DP Alt Mode 1.4Thunderbolt 4
3840 × 2160Native120Hz10-bit120Hz10-bit, DSC120Hz10-bit, DSC120Hz10-bit, DSC
Source1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 8 and the ports footnote: HDMI, DisplayPort and Thunderbolt 4 reach 3840 x 2160 at 120 Hz with 1.07 billion colours. Table 27: HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4, Thunderbolt 4 and USB-C (DP Alt Mode 1.4, high-resolution setting) all give 10-bit 3840 x 2160 at 120 Hz. Tables 17 and 19: DSC is used on DP, Thunderbolt and USB-C at 120 Hz. USB-C in the high data speed setting drops to 100 Hz. HDMI DSC use is not stated, so the HDMI row has no dsc value. Chroma is not stated.
Max refresh rate
75Hz
120Hz
Max refresh rate at native resolution
75Hz
120Hz
Max refresh rate over DisplayPort
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120Hz
Max refresh rate over HDMI
Not available
120Hz
Max refresh rate over USB-C
Not available
120Hz
Max refresh rate at 10-bit
Not available
120Hz
Native refresh rate
75Hz1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Refresh Rate (Max) 75Hz, with a digital signal frequency of 46~75 Hz (V).
120Hz1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 8: vertical scan 48 Hz to 120 Hz and highest resolution 3840 x 2160 at 120 Hz.
Overclocked refresh rate
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Dual mode
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No1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 8: no mode above 120 Hz at any resolution.
Minimum fixed refresh rate
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Adaptive sync technologies
Adaptive-Sync1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026VRR Technology: Yes (Adaptive-Sync). ASUS does not claim FreeSync or G-SYNC Compatible. The reviewer found FreeSync and G-SYNC Compatible working, but Nvidia had not validated it.
Adaptive-Sync, HDMI VRR1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Product features p8 says VRR is supported. The ports list says HDMI 2.1 VRR. Tom's Hardware calls it Adaptive-Sync. No FreeSync or G-SYNC certification is named by Dell.6Reviewtomshardware.com/monitors/dell-ultrasharp-u3226q-4k-32-inch-qd-oled-monitor-reviewRead 14 October 2026Text: Adaptive-Sync works without issues. The spec table also says FreeSync and G-Sync Compatible, but no certification is named by Dell, so only Adaptive-Sync and HDMI VRR are stored.
VRR range per port
AASUS ProArt Display PA278QV
InputMin (Hz)Max (Hz)
DisplayPort4875
HDMI4875
Source2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Adaptive-Sync technology (48~75Hz). The manual says it works on DisplayPort and HDMI only, so both are stored.
BDell UltraSharp U3226Q
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Low framerate compensation
No7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Review: FreeSync range 48-75 Hz, FreeSync deactivates below 48 FPS, and LFC is not supported.
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Response time (maker GtG claim)
5ms1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Response Time 5ms (GTG). The manual says < 5 ms (grey to grey). The bound is kept as 5. Overdrive (Trace Free) level is not stated.
0.03ms1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: 0.03 ms grey to grey.
Response time (maker MPRT claim)
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Overdrive settings
Not available
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Motion blur reduction
Yes3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026OSD p 3-2: Rapid Rendering Mode simulates high refresh rate performance by generating different backlight frequencies. It works only at 75 Hz with Adaptive-Sync off. The review calls it a strobe backlight mode. The page lists Motion Sync: Yes.
No1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026The OSD chapter has no blur-reduction or strobing mode. Tom's Hardware says a ULMB feature would be welcome.
Blur-reduction technology
Rapid Rendering3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026OSD p 3-2: Rapid Rendering Mode.
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Blur reduction works with VRR
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026OSD p 3-2: to activate Rapid Rendering, turn off Adaptive-Sync.
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Flicker-free (claimed)
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Flicker-free: Yes. Certificate list names TUV Flicker-free.
Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Product features p9: Flicker-Free technology reduces visible flicker.
Black frame insertion
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No1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026No black frame insertion setting appears in the OSD chapter.

Measured

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Input lag at maximum refresh rate
5.12ms7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 20265.12 ms at 75 Hz (the highest rate), SMTT 2.0 with a camera and over 30 repeat readings, Windows 10, GTX 1080 Ti over DisplayPort. Adaptive-Sync was off, since the reviewer could not measure with it on. MonitorNerds says 8 ms with no method, which is not used.
16.6ms7Measurementtomshardware.com/monitors/dell-ultrasharp-u3226q-4k-32-inch-qd-oled-monitor-review/2Read 14 October 2026Absolute input lag, full black to white transition, 16.6 ms, average of 25 mouse clicks with the Nvidia LDAT sensor. The review does not name the refresh rate or input used. The monitor maximum is 120 Hz at 3840 x 2160.
Input lag at 60 Hz
6.73ms7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 20266.73 ms at 60 Hz, same method.
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Average response time (measured)
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Overshoot (measured)
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Contrast ratio (measured)
990:17Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Average 990:1 with only brightness changed, measured with an X-Rite i1Display Pro after a 2 hour warm-up and no ICC profile. The peak was 1036:1 in the sRGB preset and 965:1 under the reviewer's test settings.
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SDR brightness (measured)
431nits7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026431 cd/m2 white at 100% brightness, X-Rite i1Display Pro, Rapid Rendering off. Minimum 57 cd/m2 at 0%. Window size is not stated. MonitorNerds gives 435 cd/m2 without conditions.
290.1nits8Measurementtomshardware.com/monitors/dell-ultrasharp-u3226q-4k-32-inch-qd-oled-monitor-review/3Read 14 October 2026Maximum white luminance 290.1133 nits in Native mode at the highest brightness setting. SDR brightness is constant, so window and full-field results match.
HDR brightness in a real scene (measured)
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PWM flicker frequency (measured)
20kHz7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Review: the PA278QV uses PWM with a cycling frequency of about 20 kHz to reduce backlight brightness, which TUV Rheinland counts as flicker free. The review does not say how the figure was found.
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VRR range (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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0.919Measurementtomshardware.com/monitors/dell-ultrasharp-u3226q-4k-32-inch-qd-oled-monitor-review/4Read 14 October 2026Calman gamut error in the factory sRGB mode before any calibration: 0.91 dE. Other modes: DCI-P3 0.92, Display P3 0.90, BT.709 0.87, Native 1.59, Adobe RGB 1.39 and BT.2020 2.88. The Delta E formula is not named.
Gray uniformity (measured)
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Reflections (measured)
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Connectivity

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Video inputs
AASUS ProArt Display PA278QV
TypeVersionCount
DisplayPort1.21
Mini DisplayPortNot available1
HDMI1.41
DVINot available1
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026DisplayPort 1.2 x 1, Mini DisplayPort x 1, HDMI (v1.4) x 1, Dual-Link DVI x 1. Mini DisplayPort and DVI versions are not stated. HDCP is listed as Yes without a version. Raw link bandwidth is not stated. PCMonitors lists two HDMI and two DVI ports, which conflicts with ASUS and the manual's rear view, and is not used.
BDell UltraSharp U3226Q
TypeVersionCountDSCHDCP
HDMI2.12Yes1.4 and 2.2
DisplayPort1.41Yes1.4 and 2.2
Thunderbolt41YesNot available
Source1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026p7 and Table 7: 2 x HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 1.4 and 2.2), 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (HDCP 1.4 and 2.2), 1 x Thunderbolt 4 upload port with DisplayPort Alt Mode 1.4. The footnote says output at 3840 x 2160 at 120 Hz supports 1.07 billion colours, DSC and HDR. The Thunderbolt 4 daisy-chain port is a video output and is not counted. The USB-C 10 Gbps upload port is data only. No bandwidth figures are stated.
HDMI ports
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2
DisplayPort ports
2
1
Highest HDMI version
1.4
2.1
Highest DisplayPort version
1.2
1.4
HDMI features
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VRR1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026p7: VRR as specified in HDMI 2.1. ALLM, QMS and eARC are not stated.
USB-C video (DP Alt Mode)
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Back view p 1-4 is the complete port list: Kensington slot, power switch, AC-IN, DVI, HDMI, DisplayPort, Mini DisplayPort, audio-in, earphone jack, USB Type-B and USB Type-A. No USB-C.
Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Thunderbolt 4 upload port: DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode, 3840 x 2160 at 120 Hz.
USB-C power delivered
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140W1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026p7 and p14: Thunderbolt 4 upload port delivers up to 140 W (EPR, 28 V/5 A). The downstream Thunderbolt 4 port gives 15 W and each quick-access USB-C port 27 W.
Thunderbolt
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41Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Thunderbolt 4.
USB upstream ports
AASUS ProArt Display PA278QV
ConnectorUSB versionCount
USB-B3.2 Gen 11
Source3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Back view p 1-4: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-B for the upstream cable.
BDell UltraSharp U3226Q
ConnectorUSB versionCount
USB-CThunderbolt 41
USB-C10 Gbps1
Source1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026p7 and p26: one Thunderbolt 4 upload port and one USB-C 10 Gbps data-only upload port.
USB downstream hub ports
AASUS ProArt Display PA278QV
ConnectorUSB versionCount
USB-A3.2 Gen 14
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026USB Hub: 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A. The manual adds one Type-B upstream port.
BDell UltraSharp U3226Q
ConnectorUSB versionCount
USB-A10 Gbps3
USB-C10 Gbps2
USB-CThunderbolt 41
Source1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026p26: 1 Thunderbolt 4 daisy-chain download port, 2 USB-C 10 Gbps quick-access ports and 3 USB-A 10 Gbps ports (2 rear, 1 quick access with BC1.2).
KVM switch
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Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Product features p9: built-in KVM switch for up to 2 computers.
Daisy chain (MST)
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications p 3-10: Digital Output No.
Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Product features: Thunderbolt 4 daisy chain. Table 16 gives the supported resolutions.
Ethernet
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026The back view port list has no Ethernet socket.
Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026p7: RJ45 (2.5 GbE).
3.5 mm headphone output
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Earphone Jack: Yes.
No1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026The ports list on p7 and the bottom-view table name no headphone jack. Tom's Hardware spec row says 3.5 mm output, but its text says there is no headphone jack.
3.5 mm microphone input
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Back view p 1-4: the audio-in port connects a PC audio source by the bundled audio cable, so it is a line input for the speakers. No microphone input.
No1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026The complete port list has no microphone input.
Optical out
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026The back view port list has no optical output.
No1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026The complete port list has no optical output.
Picture in picture
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026The OSD menus on pp 3-1 to 3-9 (ProArt Preset, Blue Light Filter, ProArt Palette, Image, Sound, Input Select, System Setup, Shortcut) have no PIP or PBP function.
Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Product features p9: PBP and PIP with separate colour and SDR/HDR settings per source.
Picture by picture
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026The OSD menus on pp 3-1 to 3-9 have no PIP or PBP function.
Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Product features p9: PBP and PIP.

Smart features

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Smart platform
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Wi-Fi
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Bluetooth
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Remote control
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Audio and camera

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Speakers
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Speaker: Yes (2Wx2).
No1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Bottom-view table: slots for an optional soundbar sold separately. No internal speakers are listed. Tom's Hardware says none.
Number of speakers
21Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Speaker: Yes (2Wx2).
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Speaker power per channel
2W1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 20262W x 2, so 2 W per speaker. The manual says 2 W x 2 Stereo, RMS.
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Webcam
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Microphone
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Ergonomics and controls

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Stand height adjustment
150mm1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Height Adjustment: 0~150mm.
150mm1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: stand height adjustment 150 mm.
Tilt
Forward5°Backward35°1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Tilt: Yes (+35 to -5 degrees). 5 degrees forward, 35 backward, as the manual shows.
Forward5°Backward21°1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: -5 to 21 degrees.
Swivel
Left90°Right90°1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Swivel: Yes (+90 to -90 degrees).
Left30°Right30°1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: -30 to 30 degrees.
Pivot
Counterclockwise90°Clockwise90°1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Pivot: Yes (+90 to -90 degrees).
Counterclockwise90°Clockwise90°1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 7: -90 to 90 degrees. Do not use inverted by 180 degrees.
Removable stand
Yes3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Detaching the arm/base p 2-2: the detachable arm and base is designed for VESA wall mount.
Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Rear view: stand release button. Product features: removable stand and 100 mm VESA holes.
VESA mount
100 x 1001Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026VESA Wall Mounting: 100x100mm.
100 x 1001Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Rear view: VESA 100 mm x 100 mm behind the stand cover.
VESA adapter needed
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Security lock slot
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Kensington Lock: Yes.
Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Bottom view: security lock slot (Kensington compatible).
On-screen menu controls
Buttons3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Front view p 1-2: power, Menu, Close, QuickFit and two Shortcut buttons. No joystick.
Joystick, Touch keys, Software1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Rear view: joystick for the OSD. Front: three touch LED keys for preset functions. DDPM changes OSD settings from the PC.
Desktop software
Not available
Dell Display and Peripheral Manager (DDPM)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026DDPM section, Dell Display and Peripheral Manager.
User firmware updates
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Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026DDPM section: receive notifications and update firmware.
Ambient light sensor
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Presence sensor
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RGB lighting
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Gaming menu features
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OLED care

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OLED care
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Pixel Refresh, Dimming Static Screen, Dimming Static Area1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026OSD Display menu: Pixel Refresh (6 to 8 minutes, schedulable every 12 or 24 hours), Dimming Static Screen and Dimming Static Area.
Burn-in covered by warranty
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Burn-in warranty length
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Dimensions and weight

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Dimensions with stand
Width615Height (lowest)382Height (highest)532Depth226mm(24.2 × 15 to 20.9 × 8.9 in)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 202661.50 x 53.20 x 22.60 cm at the highest position, and 615 x (382~532) x 226 mm. The manual gives the same in mm with highest and lowest positions.
Width718.28Height (lowest)473.77Height (highest)623.77Depth217.16mm(28.3 × 18.7 to 24.6 × 8.5 in)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 14: height 623.77 mm extended and 473.77 mm compressed, width 718.28 mm, depth 217.16 mm.
Dimensions without stand
Width615Height372Depth51mm(24.2 × 14.6 × 2 in)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Phys. Dimension without Stand 615 x 372 x 51 mm. The manual agrees.
Width718.28Height436Depth65.48mm(28.3 × 17.2 × 2.6 in)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 14: height 436.00 mm, width 718.28 mm, depth 65.48 mm.
Stand footprint
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Width287.34Depth217.16mm(11.3 × 8.5 in)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 14 stand dimensions: width 287.34 mm and depth 217.16 mm. The same table also lists a base of 287.34 x 214.99 mm.
Weight with stand
6.9kg(15.2 lb)3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026p 3-10: Weight (Esti.) 6.9 kg (Net), 4.7 kg (without stand), 9.2 kg (Gross). The ASUS spec page says 7.56 and 4.83 kg, the ASUS launch release 7.72 kg and a distributor datasheet 7.72 and 4.96 kg. The manual is used, as the maker's manual wins over the page. The model covers regional builds, so the true figure may vary. Cables are not stated.
9.84kg(21.7 lb)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 14: 9.84 kg with stand and cables.
Weight without stand
4.7kg(10.4 lb)3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026p 3-10: 4.7 kg without stand. See the weight_with_stand_kg note for the conflicting figures.
6.43kg(14.2 lb)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 14: 6.43 kg without stand, for wall or VESA mounting, without cables. Stand alone is 2.92 kg.
Box dimensions
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Box weight
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16.3kg(35.9 lb)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 14: weight with packaging 16.30 kg.

Power

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Power supply
Internal3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026p 3-10: AC input voltage 100~240V, with a power cord and no external adapter. EPREL says Internal.
Internal1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Internal supply, only a power cable is supplied.
Adapter rating
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Input voltage
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Voltage 100-240V, 50/60Hz.
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 13: 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz +-3 Hz, 5.3 A typical.
Power use (typical)
20.3W3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026p 3-10: Power On < 20.3 W (Typ.), measured at a screen brightness of 200 nits without audio, USB or card reader. The bound is stored. The ASUS page says 12.5 W, EPREL 21.6 W and the launch release < 58.67 W, which conflict.
30.2W1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 13: Pon 30.2 W, on-mode power by ENERGY STAR 8.0. This is the default factory setting.
Power use (max)
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460W1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 13: 460 W at maximum luminance with maximum load on all USB ports, so it includes USB and Thunderbolt charging.
Power use SDR (EU label)
21.6W4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_384209_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026On mode power demand in SDR 21.6 W. A distributor datasheet shows 32.1 W and class G, which conflicts with the EPREL record and is not used.
33.7W3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/electronicdisplays/2515827Read 14 October 2026Registry value, power on mode SDR: 33.7 W.
Power use HDR (EU label)
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33.7W3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/electronicdisplays/2515827Read 14 October 2026Registry value, power on mode HDR: 33.7 W.
Standby power
0.5W3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026p 3-10: Standby < 0.5 W (Typ.). EPREL says 0.5 W. Bound stored.
0.4W1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 13: 0.4 W standby (EU 2019/2021). EPREL says the same.
Off-mode power
0.3W4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_384209_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Off mode power demand 0.3 W. The manual and page say 0 W with the hard power switch off.
0.3W1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 13: 0.3 W off mode. EPREL says the same.
EU energy class SDR
E4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_384209_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Energy Efficiency Class for SDR: E.
G3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/electronicdisplays/2515827Read 14 October 2026Registry value, energy class SDR: G.
EU energy class HDR
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G3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/electronicdisplays/2515827Read 14 October 2026Registry value, energy class HDR: G.
Energy per 1000 h SDR
22kWh5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_384209.svgRead 15 October 2026Energy label SDR 22 kWh/1000h, rounded from 21.6 W.
34kWh4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_2515827.svgRead 14 October 2026Published label text: 34 kWh/1000h for SDR.
Energy per 1000 h HDR
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34kWh4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_2515827.svgRead 14 October 2026Published label text: 34 kWh/1000h for HDR.

Certifications

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VESA ClearMR
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VESA AdaptiveSync Display
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TÜV certifications
TÜV Low Blue Light, TÜV Flicker-free1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Certificate list: TUV Low Blue Light and TUV Flicker-free.
Eye Comfort 3.0 (4-star), Hardware Low Blue Light (Category II)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Product features pp8-9: TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort 3.0 with a 4-star rating and TUV hardware low blue light Category II (35% or less).
Low blue light
Software3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026OSD p 3-3: the Blue Light Filter has levels 0 to 4. Level 4 complies with TUV Low Blue Light certification. It is a selectable picture setting.
Hardware1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Product features p9: low blue light panel, meets TUV Rheinland hardware low blue light Category 2.
ENERGY STAR
Yes3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Notices p iv: ENERGY STAR complied product. The compliance list on p 3-11 names Energy Star. sRGB mode meets Energy Star requirements.
Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 13 note: the monitor is ENERGY STAR certified at factory defaults.
TCO Certified
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EPEAT
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Colour certifications
Calman Verified1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Certificate list: Calman Verified.
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Other certifications
Mac Compliance1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Certificate list: Mac Compliance.
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In the box

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In the box
LCD monitor, Monitor base, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Power cord, HDMI cable, DisplayPort cable, DisplayPort cable (mini DP to DP), USB B to A cable, Audio cable, Color calibration testing report, ProArt welcome card3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Package contents p 1-1. HDMI, DisplayPort, mini DP to DP, USB B to A and audio cables are marked optional in the manual and are stored without the marker. The ASUS page says accessories vary by region.
Monitor, Stand riser, Stand base, Monitor hood, HDMI 2.1 cable (1.80 m), DisplayPort 1.4 cable (1.80 m), Active Thunderbolt 4 40 Gbps 240 W cable (2.00 m), USB-C to USB Type-A 10 Gbps cable (1.00 m), Power cable (varies by country or region), Microfiber cloth, QR card, Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Information1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 1 and p7. Dell lists the monitor hood as an included item.
Cables included
AASUS ProArt Display PA278QV
Type
Power cord
HDMI cable
DisplayPort cable
DisplayPort-to-miniDP cable
USB Type-B to A cable
Audio cable
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Accessories (varies by region): USB Type-B to A cable, power cord, HDMI cable, DisplayPort-to-miniDP cable, DisplayPort cable, audio cable. Counts and regional bundles are not stated. The manual marks all signal cables as optional.
BDell UltraSharp U3226Q
TypeCount
HDMI 2.1 cable (1.80 m)1
DisplayPort 1.4 cable (1.80 m)1
Active Thunderbolt 4 40 Gbps 240 W cable (2.00 m)1
USB-C to USB Type-A 10 Gbps cable (1.00 m)1
Power cable1
Source1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/97/9727508/Instrukcja-obslugi-DELL-UltraSharp-U3226Q.pdfRead 14 October 2026Table 1 lists one each of these cables. Power cable varies by country or region.

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
3years1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026LCD ZBD Warranty: Yes (3 yr). EPREL gives a minimum general guarantee of 3 years. Amazon US names 5 years with online registration, which is not the base term.
3years3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/electronicdisplays/2515827Read 14 October 2026Registry value, minimum guaranteed guarantee: 3 years in the EU registry. Tom's Hardware also gives 3 years.
Dead pixel policy
LCD zero bright dot (ZBD) warranty, 3 years1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026LCD ZBD Warranty: Yes (3 yr). Market scope is not stated.
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