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Dell · AH-IPS · 25"

PD2506Q

2560×1440 · 60 Hz · DisplayHDR 400, HDR10

Overall
65
Work
72
Play
68
Amazon
$290
$290
Available on Amazon Updated Aug 30, 2026 Prime FBA
Overall64.6
Work72.4
Play67.8
Refresh36.0
Response60.0
Color95.0
Quality / price44.6

Written analysis

PD2506Q at a glance

The PD2506Q is a 25" AH-IPS monitor at 2560×1440 and 60 Hz. The listed aspect ratio is 1.778:1, 16:9. The backlight is listed as W-LED.

Best fit: everyday work and play where a balanced panel is more important than flagship extras.

Panel and image

Overall quality is 64.6, with 72.4 work and 67.8 play. Pixel density is listed at 117 PPI. Typical brightness is 350 nits with a peak of 400 nits. Contrast is listed as 1000:1. The coating is Anti-glare/Matte. The listed pixel count is treated as a QHD-class work multiplier.

Color and HDR

Recorded gamut coverage is 95% DCI-P3. Color depth is listed as 8-bit. HDR is listed as DisplayHDR 400, HDR10. The work score is a solid everyday office result rather than a specialist color-critical display.

Motion and sync

Refresh is listed at 60 Hz. Response time is listed as 5.00 ms. Pair this resolution with the GPU table before assuming native high settings.

Ergonomics and connectivity

Stand and mount options are listed as Height · Pivot · Swivel · Tilt · VESA (100x100mm). Recorded inputs include 1 x USB (Type-C; downstream), 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; upstream; 65W; DP Alt Mode), 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-B; upstream), 3 x USB 3.2 (Type-A; downstream), 1 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (out with MST), 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (in), 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out. Speakers are listed as 2 x 2.5 W (watts).

Buying verdict

Overall quality is 64.6, a balanced result covering essential office and media use.

At the recorded Amazon price, quality / price is 44.6. The nearby comparison below may reveal a better-equipped option at a similar price.

Work / price is 49.9 and play / price is 32.7.

Display data

Full specifications

Panel, color, motion, connectivity, ergonomics, power, and value in one sheet.

General

Manufacturer
Dell
Monitor
PD2506Q
Launch price
Amazon price
$290
Amazon availability
Available
Price updated
Aug 30, 2026
Launch date
Jan 1, 2022

Panel

Size
25"
Panel type
AH-IPS
Resolution
2560×1440
Aspect ratio
1.778:1, 16:9
Pixel density
117 PPI
Brightness
350 nits · peak 400 nits
Contrast
1000:1
Display area
93.27 in²
Viewing angles
178 ° (degrees) / 178 ° (degrees)
Backlight
W-LED
Coating
Anti-glare/Matte

Color & HDR

Color depth
8-bit
Colors
16777216
DCI-P3
95.00%
sRGB
100.00%
Adobe RGB
NTSC
HDR
DisplayHDR 400, HDR10
Local dimming
No

Motion

Refresh rate
60 Hz
Response time
5.00 ms
Input lag
Adaptive sync

Connectivity

Inputs
1 x USB (Type-C; downstream), 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; upstream; 65W; DP Alt Mode), 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-B; upstream), 3 x USB 3.2 (Type-A; downstream), 1 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (out with MST), 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (in), 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out
Speakers
2 x 2.5 W (watts)

Ergonomics

Height adjustment
Yes
Pivot
Yes
Swivel
Yes
Tilt
Yes
VESA mount
Yes · 100x100mm

Power & value

Typical power
36.00 W
Max power
170.00 W
Overall
64.6
Work
72.4
Play
67.8
Quality / price
44.6
Work / price
49.9
Play / price
32.7

Additional information

Features
AQCOLOR technology, AMA (Advanced Motion Accelerator), BenQ Display Pilot, CalMAN Verified, Color Modes (CAD/CAM Mode / Animation Mode / Darkroom Mode / ePaper Mode), Delta E ≤ 3, Flicker-free technology, ICCsync Color Consistency, KVM Switch, Low Blue Light, Pantone Validated, Pantone SkinTone Validated, Uniformity technology
Accessories
DisplayPort cable, HDMI cable, USB 3.0 upstream cable
Amazon warranty
1-Year Advanced Exchange Service & Premium Panel Exchange
Amazon dimensions
{'width': 24.08, 'height': 15.3, 'length': 7.89, 'weight': 14.79}

Extracted notes sit here. Amazon listing copy, when present, is at the bottom of the page.

Amazon

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Amazon listing details

Marketplace feature text kept for reference. Structured specifications above are the source for scores and comparisons.

Low blue light: The improved ComfortView Plus reduces harmful blue light emissions to ≤35%, for all-day comfort without sacrificing color accuracy.

Refresh rate: A smooth, tear-free experience with AMD FreeSync Premium (refresh rate up to 120Hz) and an ultra-low 0.03ms response time create a captivating experience for work and play.

Vivid colors: Immerse yourself in breathtaking 4K visuals with in-plane switching technology. Enjoy vibrant colors with 99% sRGB. The 1500:1 contrast ratio and HDR readiness deliver excellent depth and detail.

Re-engineered sound quality: Enjoy more detailed sound with spacious audio featuring greater output power, deeper frequency response and more decibel range than the previous generation.

Easy connectivity: Keep your desk organized and clutter-free with a single USB-C cable (up to 65W power delivery).