Dell has introduced the UltraSharp U3824DW, a 38″ curved Dell monitor with a USB hub and KVM capabilities, along with DisplayPort and HDMI support. While it may not have the highest resolution, this curved 38-inch monitor offers a larger screen diagonal for an immersive viewing experience.
The new Dell monitor curved 38-inch model features a maximum resolution of 3,840 x 1,600 pixels (WQHD+) in a 21:9 aspect ratio, with a refresh rate of 60 Hz. The IPS panel boasts a contrast ratio of 2,000:1 and a typical brightness of 300 cd/m². The Dell widescreen curved monitor can display 1.07 billion colors, covering 100 percent of the sRGB color space, as well as 98 percent of the DCI-P3 and Display P3 color spaces. The manufacturer specifies the response time as a minimum of 5 ms.
In terms of connectivity, the 38″ curved Dell monitor offers ample options, including one DisplayPort and two HDMI ports. Additionally, it has two USB Type-C ports for the USB-C hub with four USB Type-A ports, a network port with 2.5 Gbit/s, and an audio connection. The monitor not only supports charging a laptop with up to 90 W but also facilitates simultaneous connection to two devices with KVM, Picture-in-Picture (PiP), and Picture-by-Picture (PbP) capabilities.
Moreover, the monitor is equipped with two 9-watt speakers and mounted on a flexible base that allows for inclination adjustment (-5°/+21°), height adjustment (up to 120 mm), and rotation by +/-30 degrees. Alternatively, it can be mounted on a VESA mount.
Price and availability
The Dell UltraSharp U3824DW 38 curved USB-C Hub monitor is currently available for purchase on Adorama.com, priced at $1,499.
Dell U3824DW specifications
- Display: 38-inch IPS Black curved panel, Anti-glare 3H hardness
- Aspect Ratio: 21:9
- Resolution: 3840 x 1600 (WQHD+)
- Refresh Rate: 60 Hz
- Pixel Pitch: 0.22908 mm
- Pixel Per Inch: 110.87 PPI
- Brightness: 300 cd/m²
- Contrast Ratio: 2000:1
- Color Support: 1.07 billion colors
- Color Gamut: 100% Rec 709, 100% sRGB, 98% DCI-P3, 98% P3
- Response Time: 5 ms (fast), 8 ms (normal)
- Viewing Angle: 178° / 178°
- Features: Dell Display Manager, KVM, Mercury-free, arsenic-free glass, Dell Easy Arrange, 3-sided bezeless, Security lock slot
- Audio: 2 x 9W Speakers
- Ports: DisplayPort 1.4, 2 x HDMI (HDCP 2.2), USB-C/DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode (power up to 90W), USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 upstream (data only), 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 downstream, 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 downstream (power up to 15W), USB 3.2 Gen 2 downstream with Battery Charging 1.2, Audio line-out, RJ-45
- Stand: Tilt (-5/+21), Swivel (60), Height Adj. (4.7 in)
- VESA Mount: 100 x 100 mm
- Dimensions: 35.2 x 9.9 x 22.2 inches (with stand)
- Weight: 29.3 lbs (with stand)
Earlier this year, Dell also announced the UltraSharp U3224KB business monitor, boasting an impressive 6K resolution (6144×3546 pixels), IPS black panel with 2000:1 contrast, 10-bit color depth, DisplayHDR 600 certification, and a pixel density of 225 ppi. This Dell monitor, designed for video conferencing, is priced at $3,115.90 on Amazon and $2,757.21 on Newegg online stores.
