BenQ PD3225U Monitor, 32", Wide IPS, 4K UHD 3840x2160, HDMI, DP, Thunderbolt 3, USB 3.1 Hub, HDR10

BenQ PD3225U is a 31.5" professional IPS monitor aimed at people who work with detailed images – design, video, photo, CAD, web. You get 4K UHD resolution 3840 x 2160 on a 16:9 panel, which means a lot of workspace and fine detail with a pixel size of 0.182 mm. The IPS matrix with wide viewing angles and anti-reflective coating helps colors remain stable, regardless of how you view the screen. The official support for DisplayHDR 400 adds better visibility in shadows and bright areas compared to a standard SDR monitor.

What you get

With the 4K resolution on 31.5", you can comfortably work parallel with several windows – timeline, viewport, tool panels – without everything looking small and unreadable. A brightness of 400 cd/m² is sufficient for a well-lit office, while the static contrast of 2000:1 provides better separation of dark and light tones compared to typical IPS panels. The refresh rate of 60 Hz is completely adequate for professional work, where the priority is precise image and colors, not high-refresh gaming. Through Thunderbolt 3 with PowerDelivery 85W, you can connect a laptop with a single cable – video, data, and charging – which greatly simplifies the desk setup. Thanks to Daisy Chain via Thunderbolt 3, you can also connect a second monitor in series, without dealing with additional cables to the machine.

• A screen with a diagonal of 31.5" and an aspect ratio of 16:9, which offers a lot of workspace without taking up absurdly large space on the desk.
• 4K UHD resolution 3840 x 2160 with a pixel size of 0.182 mm for fine details when processing photos, videos, and design materials.
• IPS matrix with viewing angles of 178°/178°, which keeps colors and contrast stable, regardless of your position in front of the monitor.
• Support for DisplayHDR 400 and brightness of 400 cd/m² for more pronounced light and dark areas in HDR content.
• Static contrast 2000:1, which helps for better differentiation of shades in dark scenes and deeper blacks.
• A rich set of ports: 2 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x DisplayPort 1.4, Thunderbolt 3 in/out, USB 3.2 hub, USB Type-B, USB-C, plus a 3.5 mm audio output for more flexible connectivity.
• Thunderbolt 3 All-in-One Connection with PowerDelivery up to 85W to the laptop and 15W to a second Thunderbolt display for a clean and minimalist setup.
• Anti-Glare coating and LED backlighting for more comfortable work during long hours in front of the screen.
• Classified as a professional monitor with a 36-month warranty, aimed at people who rely on their display daily.

Who it is suitable for

PD3225U is a logical choice if you do graphic design, video editing, 3D, web, or simply want a clean 4K workspace with Thunderbolt connectivity to a laptop. It is also suitable for mixed work – office + creative tasks – where you value detail and workspace. If you are chasing 144 Hz+ for competitive gaming, this model is not aimed at that, but at stable and precise images.

The combination of a 4K IPS panel, DisplayHDR 400, and Thunderbolt 3 with PowerDelivery makes BenQ PD3225U a very convenient base "station" for professional work, especially if you often switch between a laptop and a desktop computer.