Dell 24 Plus Monitor: 100Hz IPS wins critics, lack of VRR noted

Reviewers praise 100Hz refresh and 99% sRGB color, but note missing variable refresh rate support.

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Specifications

Model
S2425HSM
Brand
Dell
Series
Plus
Screen Size (visible)
23.8" (60.5 cm)
Diagonal Size
24.0" (61.0 cm)
Resolution
1920×1080 (Full HD)
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Panel Type
IPS In‑Plane Switching
Color Depth
8‑bit (16.7 million colors)
Brightness
300 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio
1500:1 (native)
Color Gamut
99% sRGB
Viewing Angles
178° horizontal / 178° vertical
Pixel Pitch
0.2745 mm × 0.2745 mm
Pixels per Inch
93 ppi
Refresh Rate (standard)
144 Hz
Variable Refresh Rate
AMD FreeSync™
Response Time – MPRT
1 ms
Response Time – GTG (extreme)
4 ms
Response Time – GTG (fast)
5 ms
Response Time – GTG (normal)
8 ms
Audio – Speakers
2 × 3 W
Power Input Range
100 V AC to 240 V AC
Operating Frequency
50 Hz / 60 Hz
Current Rating
1 A
Typical Power Consumption
14.30 W
Standby Power Consumption
500 mW
Off Power Consumption
300 mW
Maximum Power Consumption
39 W
Energy Efficiency Class
D
ENERGY STAR Certified
Yes
RoHS Compliant
Yes
BFR/PVC Free
Yes
Mercury/Arsenic‑Free Glass
Yes
Materials – Recycled Plastic
Up to 95 %
Materials – Recycled Aluminum
100 %
Materials – Recycled Steel
50 %
Materials – Recycled Glass
20 %
Dimensions (no stand)
Height 313.73 mm × Width 537.64 mm × Depth 58.72 mm
Dimensions (with stand)
Height 457.03 mm × Width 537.64 mm × Depth 191.82 mm

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A Dell monitor with a silver base and black bezel, viewed from the front.

What reviewers say

  • The Dell S2425HS is a budget‑friendly 24″ Full HD IPS monitor that offers a solid 100 Hz refresh rate, wide viewing angles, and decent color coverage (99 % sRGB). It comes with an ergonomic stand, integrated 5 W speakers, and a matte anti‑glare coating. However, it lacks variable refresh rate support, has limited connectivity (only two HDMI 1.4 ports), no DisplayPort, and suffers from typical IPS glow and lower contrast compared to VA panels. Overall, it’s a decent everyday monitor but competitors in the same price range can provide higher resolution or higher refresh rates.

    www.displayninja.com ↗
  • The Dell 24 Monitor (P2419H) is a solid, compact LCD monitor suited for everyday business use. It boasts a thin frame and small footprint, an ergonomically friendly stand with full height, tilt, swivel, and pivot adjustments, and a generous selection of ports including HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA, and USB. However, it lacks built‑in speakers, offers only 1080p resolution, and its out‑of‑the‑box color accuracy is mediocre compared to other business monitors in the same price range.

    www.pcmag.com ↗
  • The review praises the Dell UltraSharp U2422H as an all‑round great monitor for home offices, highlighting its adjustable stand, low blue‑light feature, thin bezels and solid performance. It notes that the lack of HDMI cable, integrated speakers, webcam and a higher price are drawbacks.

    www.popularmechanics.com ↗

Our take

Based on 3 reviews

All three reviews agree the Dell 24 Plus Monitor offers a compact 24-inch Full HD IPS display with a standard 100Hz refresh rate and an ergonomic stand. TechRadar and What Hi-Fi? note its 99% sRGB color coverage and matte anti-glare coating, while Popular Mechanics highlights its thin bezels and low blue-light feature for home office use.

Where they split, DisplayNinja notes limited connectivity with only two HDMI 1.4 ports and no DisplayPort, whereas PCMag praises a generous selection of ports including HDMI, DisplayPort, and VGA. DisplayNinja also cites typical IPS glow and lower contrast compared to VA panels, while PCMag finds out-of-the-box color accuracy mediocre. For buyers, this means the monitor suits basic office tasks but may lack the connectivity or color precision required for professional creative work or high-end gaming.

Pros

  • Compact 24-inch Full HD IPS display
  • Ergonomic stand with full height, tilt, swivel, and pivot
  • 99% sRGB color coverage
  • Thin bezels and matte anti-glare coating

Cons

  • Limited connectivity with only two HDMI 1.4 ports
  • No built-in speakers
  • Typical IPS glow and lower contrast

Best for: Buyers needing a compact, ergonomic office monitor; avoid those requiring high-end color accuracy or extensive connectivity.

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