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Dell U2717D

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User ratings:
47
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47 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
42 %
3 stars
12 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
4 %
Consumer ratings:
4.4 / 5
Editorial reviews:
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3.8 out of 5
7 user ratings
5 stars
28 %
4 stars
57 %
3 stars
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2 stars
14 %
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Pros

  • for a monitor this size and text is crisp and clear
  • the monitor performed well under both refresh rates
  • beautiful colours and typically strong viewing angles

Cons

  • poor contrast ratio is harder to address
  • it s not insurance against a single annoying bright pixel
  • it doesn t have a USB-C connection

Key specs

  • 2560, 1440 px
  • 60 Hz
  • LCD
  • 8 ms
  • Flat
  • 27 in
  • 350 cd/m²
  • 16

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Dell U2717D - Pros & Cons

Dell U2717D

Pros

  • for a monitor this size and text is crisp and clear
  • the monitor performed well under both refresh rates
  • beautiful colours and typically strong viewing angles
  • Putting together the stand and mounting the display is easy
  • it already includes a superb pre-calibrated sRGB preset
  • build quality is top-notch
  • display and reasonably easy to reach and use
  • the colours look good
  • sharp and natural looking image
  • Default settings should work fine
  • simple

Cons

  • poor contrast ratio is harder to address
  • it s not insurance against a single annoying bright pixel
  • it doesn t have a USB-C connection
  • overly saturated colors or weird color tints
  • it s not included with the display
  • the edges can appear darker or washed out
  • No cherry-picked units sent by brands
  • noticeable issues are the darker areas near the edges of the screen
  • uneven blacks hinder its picture quality
  • backlight bleed is visible near the bottom and top edges
  • lit power button

Dell U2717D - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
27 in
Best:
Acer UM.PB1EE.A01
Screen size: 282 in
IconResponse time
8 ms
Best:
JVC LM-H191
Response time: 0.01 ms
IconBrightness
350 cd/m²
Best:
DynaScan DS321LR4
Brightness: 25000 cd/m²
IconWeight
7.3 g
Best:
BenQ GL2450HM
Weight: 0 g

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Dell U2717D - Full Specifications

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General
Screen size27.0 in
Brightness350.0 cd/m²
Aspect ratio16:9
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Dimensions
Height adjustment5.12 in
Height (min-max)410.2 - 540.2
Height (without stand)14.0 in
Height with stand19.11 in
Depth (with stand)1.9 in
Depth (without stand)1.9 in
Width (with stand)24.07 in
Weight (without stand)9.92 lb
Weight0.26 oz
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Image properties
Maximum resolution2560 x 1440 px
Supported graphics resolutions2560 x 1440
Refresh rate60.0 Hz
HD typeWide Quad HD
Display number of colours16.78 million colours
Colour depth (per channel)8.0 bit
Colour gamut (Adobe RGB)99.0 %
Colour gamut (NTSC)72.0 %
Contrast ratio1000:1
Display technologyLCD
BacklightLED
Panel typeIPS
Response time (GtG)8.0 ms
Response time8.0 ms
Image delay< 25
Picture-in-Picture (PIP)no
Pixel size0.01 in
Viewing angle (horizontal)178.0 °
Viewing angle (vertical)178.0 °
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Compatibility
3D support (3D-Ready)no
Adaptive synchronizationno
HDRno
VESA mountyes
Type of VESA mount100x100mm
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Power
Energy efficiency classA
Connecting 9V/12V/14VNone
Operational power consumption23.7 - 74
Power consumption (standby)0.5 W
Power consumption (typical)26.0 W
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • White
Panel designFlat
Built-in USB hubyes
Touchscreenno
Built-in camerano
Screen surfaceMatte
Built-in speakersno
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Connectivity
Analogue 3.5mm input0
Number of USB 2.0 port0
Number of USB 3.0 ports5
USB connectors (total)5
Component input (YPbPr/YCbCr)no
Number of component inputs0
Composite inputno
Number of composite inputs0
DisplayPortyes
DVI Portno
HDMIyes
HDMI ports quantity1
Number of HDMI inputs1
HDMI version1.4
Headphone outputno
S-video inputno
Number of s-video inputs0
Thunderboltno
USB for videono
VGA inno
Number of DisplayPort inputs2
Number of DisplayPort outputs1
DisplayPort version1.2a
Type of DisplayPort connectorStandard
MHLyes
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Features
Ascendable and submersibleyes
Pivot functionyes
Swivelyes
Tiltableyes
Memory card readerno
Cable lock slotyes
Plug and Playyes
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Eco-labelling
EnergyStaryes
EPEATGold
TCO-labellingTCO Displays 7.0

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Dell U2717D Dell - Editorial Reviews (9)

3.8
Based on 9 reviews
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Dell U2717D Dell U2717D review: A fantastic UltraSharp 27 InfinityEdge LCD QHD monitor
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Techaeris
Published: 06.11.2017
Dell U2717D review: A fantastic UltraSharp 27 InfinityEdge LCD QHD monitor
4.8

If you're looking for a larger QHD resolution monitor with great colour representation, the Dell UltraSharp 27 InfinityEdge monitor offers just that.

Dell U2717D Dell UltraSharp 27 InfinityEdge Monitor U2717D Review
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PCMAG
Published: 05.10.2016
Dell UltraSharp 27 InfinityEdge Monitor U2717D Review
4.0

The Dell U2717D is a 27-inch In-Plane Switching (IPS) monitor that delivers accurate colors, wide viewing angles, and very good grayscale performance, but lacks advanced color controls and is priced higher than competitors.

Dell U2717D Dell UltraSharp U2717D review - almost full sRGB coverage and accurate colors | LaptopMedia.com
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LaptopMedia.com
Published: 27.03.2020
Dell UltraSharp U2717D review - almost full sRGB coverage and accurate colors | LaptopMedia.com

UtraSharp. InfinityEdge. These are terms used by manufacturers to sell their products. However, they have another purpose, as well &#8211; to differentiate. So...

Dell U2717D 3 Reasons To Choose Dell UltraSharp InfinityEdge Monitors
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Music Photo Life
Published: 05.12.2016
3 Reasons To Choose Dell UltraSharp InfinityEdge Monitors
4.0

I replaced my broken Dell monitor - with another Dell monitor. 3 reasons why: accurate colours, think bezels, and warranty exchange program.

Dell U2717D Dell U2717D Review – UltraSharp Monitor
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Gadget Review
Published: 22.07.2016
Dell U2717D Review – UltraSharp Monitor
1.9

The Dell U2717D is a good-looking, if slightly overpriced enterprise monitor that will set you apart at the office, but won't do much more than that.

Dell U2717D Dell U2717D Review – Premium Infinity Edge Monitor for...
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MonitorNerds | Gaming Monitor Reviews
Published: 02.10.2017
Dell U2717D Review – Premium Infinity Edge Monitor for...
4.6

The Dell U2717D is a bezel-free QHD monitor designed to offer accurately vibrant and crisp images with a reliable, long-lasting exterior

Dell U2717D Dell UltraSharp 27 (U2717D) review: Big and bright but a little frill-free for the money
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CNET
Published: 24.04.2017
Dell UltraSharp 27 (U2717D) review: Big and bright but a little frill-free for the money
3.5

The 27-inch UltraSharp U2717D monitor performs well, but don't overpay for it.

Dell U2717D Dell U2717D Review
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RTINGS.com
Published: 28.02.2018
Dell U2717D Review
3.6

The Dell UltraSharp U2717D is a decent 27 inch IPS-type LCD monitor with great ergonomics and a wide viewing angle. Its picture quality is decent, and it gets br...

Dell U2717D Dell U2717DA review: a beautiful, floating panel with an unfortunate pro-level price tag
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PCGamesN
Published: 15.09.2016
Dell U2717DA review: a beautiful, floating panel with an unfortunate pro-level price tag

Monitor stands are rubbish, so what about ditching the stand altogether?

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