Dell UltraSharp 38 Curved USB-C Hub Monitor - U3821DW -, 0DELL-U3821DW (Hub Monitor - U3821DW - 95.25cm (37.5) UltraSharp U3821DW, 95.2 cm (37.5), 3840 x 1600 pixels,)

Product Information

The key to convenience: Shortcut keys can save you even more time, letting you easily configure your display management settings so you can get to work faster. The length of the warranty is not all that notable, as many monitors are warrantied for as long. However, the LG 38UC99-W only offers a single year of coverage. That’s unfortunate, it helps tilt the comparison in Dell’s favor. Our Take

Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable: then turn on both your computer and the monitor. Just look at the figures. The LG 38UC99-W and Dell Ultrasharp U3818DW are virtually identical in maximum brightness, contrast ratio, color accuracy, color gamut, and gamma curve. The HP Z38c is close enough for government work, except for its color accuracy. In other words, they’re all quite similar according to every test metric we consider important. Dell launched a new portable monitor aimed at mobile road warriors who need a larger screen while traveling. The Dell 14 Portable Monitor is a 14-inch FHD display that connects to your laptop or tablet with just a USB-C cable, allowing you to augment your display so you can stay productive and collaborate when you're away from your desk. The menus are easy to navigate, but also offer a lot of depth. Owners can select between preset color profiles and specifically change color temperature, hue, saturation, gain, and offset. These options allow for a lot of customization. That’s important, because the Dell U3818DW is marketed as a screen for people who need the highest color accuracy possible. Limited Edition NACON Colorlight and Revolution X Camo Xbox controllers now available October 29, 2023The bezels all the way around aren’t super slim, but they are thin enough. The Dell logo is the bottom center, and the stand is big. I like that they made a stand beefy enough to support the weight of this monitor. The stand has a nice cut-out to feed your cables up to that pesky I/O array. The stand itself can adjust for height, tilt, and pivot, but it doesn’t rotate. LG’s competitor only adjusts for height and tilt, and in a slightly more limited range of the latter, but it’s also VESA compatible. Each monitor stand looks entirely different. Dell’s has a massive base with grippy bottom that makes it almost impossible to move without lifting, while LG’s stand is built from thin, graceful aluminum.

The Dell U3821DW is capable of pumping out superb vibrancy thanks to its more than 100% sRGB, 88% Adobe RGB, and 97% DCI-P3 coverages. The problem is with the color accuracy with some colors reaching as much as DeltaE 4.8. The image looks fine for daily use, but those who delve into color-critical work should calibrate this monitor. When mounted on the wall or on a monitor arm, the set-up must comply to the recommended panel orientation and working angle. Change the input color format to PC RGB or YPbPr in the Color Settings On-Screen Display Menu (OSD). I’ve used Dell ultra wides in the past, and honestly, I love them. I supposed that sort of spoils the rest of the review. Maybe not, because not all is perfect on the Dell UltraSharp 38, but it almost gets there. Read on for the full review of the Dell UltraSharp 38. Specifications Your Dell U3821DW monitor has a built-in diagnostic tool. It helps to determine if the screen abnormality you are experiencing is a problem with the monitor or with the video card on your computer.

Panel Technology

Build quality for the Dell U3821DW is fantastic since there are no cosmetic defects or any signs of weaknesses on its parts. The included stand doesn’t wobble and it is able to hold up the view angle you’ve set almost permanently. One of the things we love about Dell is that they pretty much guarantee excellent craftsmanship on all their products, especially their premium models. With the stand attached to the monitor, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. The speakers are fine on the Dell UltraSharp 38. They’re by no means its strong point, but people aren’t buying this for its speakers. Most users will already have speakers connected to their computers, so it’s unlikely that they will ever get used. Still, they’re fine, thin-sounding as expected, and not very good for editing video/sound. But in a pinch for YouTube and Podcasts, perfectly fine. A few permanently bright or dark pixels are considered normal by industry standards. The exact number of pixels that are allowed varies depending on the monitor. Refer to Dell Display Pixel Guidelines for more details.

Note: The Dell U3821DW monitor is 8.8 Kg (19.4 lb) without a stand fitted; handle with extreme care. It is recommended to have two people to lift or move this monitor. That aside, the display on the Dell UltraSharp 38 (U3821DW) has a lot of real estate for some great multitasking. You could fit three windows in the 37.52″ space, but really, two windows fit the best. I found three windows open cut off some areas too much. Still, two good-sized windows open at once is great for multitasking. If you’re using this monitor for spreadsheets and office work, you’ll be pleased. In the same vein, those of us who use monitors like this for video editing will be happy as well. It was very nice to see much more of the DaVinci Resolve timeline, making editing much more convenient. Using this for photo editing is equally convenient. Especially when having multiple photo tabs open.

Dell U3821DW Specifications

Dell sees itself as a pioneer in the laptop design space, and with the new XPS 13 Plus, it continues to be a trailblazer, but in some unexpected ways.

Environmental standards: This monitor meets the latest regulatory and environmental standards such as EnergyStar ® and TCO Certified, and is EPEAT ® Gold registered. Picture Quality (Refresh rate of native resolution changes from 60 Hz to 30 Hz or the the color depth drops to 18 bits) A view that draws you in: The 2300R curved screen creates a wider field of view, minimizes reflection and offers near uniform visual focus, for a comfortable, panoramic, wrap-around view. Dim or discolored video can be caused by the video cable, so try reseating the cable and swapping with a known good part.The built-in KVM switch allows you to control up to 2 computers from a keyboard and mouse connected to the monitor. Built-In Self-Test - The Dell U3821DW monitor has a built-in self-test that helps you identify if the screen abnormality is with the monitor or the video card (GPU) on your computer. When you notice screen abnormalities like distortion, clarity, horizontal or vertical lines, color fade.It is always a good practice to isolate the monitor by running the Built-In Diagnostics. Finally, you can also view content from two different PC sources with PBP (Picture-by-Picture) and PIP (Picture-in-Picture) and use the KVM (Keyboard, Video, and Mouse) feature to control both PCs with a single keyboard and mouse.