Dell

Dell U2719D 27-Inch LED Monitor Wide Quad HD

The Dell UltraSharp U2719D delivers 2560x1440 QHD precision in a 27-inch IPS panel engineered for professionals who can't afford color-inaccurate displays.

View price on Amazon
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Studio Supplies earns from qualifying purchases made through links on this page, at no additional cost to you. This helps support our editorial team.

Notice a mistake? Let Us Know

Overview

The Dell UltraSharp U2719D is a 27-inch IPS display running at 2560x1440 — a resolution that hits the practical sweet spot for professional productivity at this panel size. At 109 PPI, the pixel density is sufficient to render sub-pixel text detail that 1080p cannot, while stopping short of the scaling complexity that 4K at 27 inches introduces on Windows. The IPS matrix provides the wide-angle color consistency that matters in professional environments: a colleague viewing your screen from 45 degrees off-axis sees the same colors you do. Factory calibration at 99% sRGB means the monitor arrives in a usable color-accurate state without requiring third-party profiling hardware for standard workflows. The matte anti-glare coating is a deliberate choice for open-plan office environments where ambient light cannot be controlled.

This is a workstation monitor — specifically the kind that a designer, analyst, or developer running multiple document windows simultaneously will find immediately useful. The QHD resolution means two side-by-side 1080p-equivalent windows fit on one screen with room to spare for a tool palette or documentation panel. The UltraSharp ergonomic stand is worth noting as a feature in its own right: its height range, swivel, tilt, and portrait pivot eliminate the most common ergonomic complaints at a desk. The 60Hz, sRGB-only specification set positions this as a color-accurate productivity tool rather than a multimedia or gaming display — users whose workflow demands DCI-P3 coverage or high refresh rates should evaluate the U2722D or U2723QE instead.

Specifications

Display Size
27-Inch
Resolution
Wide Quad HD
Display Technology
LED

Frequently Asked Questions

At 27 inches, QHD yields approximately 109 PPI versus 82 PPI for 1080p on the same panel size. In practice, text is sharper, spreadsheet rows are more legible at smaller sizes, and you gain roughly 78% more pixel real estate — enough to display two full-width document columns side by side without scaling.
The U2719D includes DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI, and USB upstream connectivity. It also features a USB hub with downstream ports. Specific port counts should be verified against Dell's official spec sheet, as the listing description does not enumerate all I/O.
The matte anti-glare coating reduces specular reflections in ambient light environments without meaningfully degrading color accuracy for most professional workflows. However, photographers doing final print proofing may prefer a semi-glossy panel; the U2719D's matte finish slightly softens perceived micro-contrast compared to glossy alternatives.
The U2719D ships with a factory calibration report and covers 99% of the sRGB color space. The panel is an IPS type, which provides consistent color at wide viewing angles — critical for anyone reviewing work with a client seated adjacent to the monitor.
Yes. The U2719D's UltraSharp stand provides tilt, swivel, height adjustment, and 90-degree pivot rotation to portrait orientation — a feature set that distinguishes it from budget monitors with fixed-height stands.