Dell E2225HM, 21.5" Edge LED Anti-Glare, VA Panel, FHD 1920x1080, 5ms GTG, 100 Hz, VGA, HDMI, Display Port, Tilt, Black

DELL E2225HM is a compact 21.5" monitor for general use, which comfortably covers everyday tasks – work, web, movies, and light gaming. You get FHD resolution 1920 x 1080 at 16:9 aspect ratio, so text and interface look clean and readable at this size. The VA panel with 3000:1 contrast provides deeper blacks and better perception of dark scenes compared to typical TN. 100 Hz refresh rate and 5 ms response time make motion smoother than standard 60 Hz, especially during scrolling, video, and casual gaming.

What you get

The VA matrix with 3000:1 static contrast and brightness 250 cd/m² is a good balance for office or home environment – enough light without being overly harsh on the eyes. The Anti-Glare coating helps against reflections from lamps and windows, so the screen remains readable even in brighter rooms. At 100 Hz, the feel when using the mouse and scrolling through long documents or websites is noticeably smoother compared to 60 Hz, while 5 ms reduces noticeable blurring during motion. FHD resolution on 21.5" results in a relatively fine pixel pitch of 0.2493 x 0.2410 mm, which is comfortable for text and tables without the need for excessive scaling. With HDMI and D-Sub connections, you can easily connect it to modern and older machines without worrying about compatibility.

• 21.5" VA panel – compact size with deeper blacks and better contrast compared to cheaper TN solutions.
• Resolution 1920 x 1080 (FHD) – classic 16:9 format, sufficient for office work, movies, and basic multimedia tasks.
• Refresh rate 100 Hz – smoother cursor movement, scrolling, and animations, which is noticeable even during everyday work.
• Response time 5 ms – stable performance during video and light gaming, with limited blurring during fast scenes.
• Brightness 250 cd/m² and static contrast 3000:1 – good balance for office/home, with clear details in dark and light areas.
• Anti-Glare coating and 178°/178° viewing angles – less reflections and stable colors, even when not directly in front of the screen.
• D-Sub and HDMI interfaces – easy connection to old and new PC configurations without additional adapters.

Who it is suitable for

This model is a good choice for office, remote work, education, and home use when you are looking for an affordable FHD monitor with a smoother 100 Hz image. It is also suitable as a second screen for a laptop or desktop computer for more convenient multi-tasking. If you are pursuing serious competitive gaming or a very large screen for video editing and complex timelines, the size and specifications may feel limited.

The combination of 21.5", VA panel, FHD, and 100 Hz makes DELL E2225HM a practical, rational choice for everyday work and multimedia, without unnecessary extras and without straining the budget.