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Alternatives to Apple Studio Display

10 colour-accurate monitors at a similar price that compete with the Studio Display — what each does better, what it gives up and how the price compares.

Alternatives to the Studio Display

LG UltraFine 32U990A
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8.7
Same price ≈ $1,650
  • Pixel density 224 ppi vs 218 ppi
  • Screen size 31.5″ vs 27″
  • Brightness (typical) 450 nits vs 600 nits
  • Weight 9.5 kg vs 6.3 kg
Asus ProArt PA27USD
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Asus · 2026ProArt PA27USD
9.5
28% pricier ≈ $2,200
  • Refresh rate 240 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Panel type OLED vs IPS
  • Weight 5.36 kg vs 6.3 kg
  • Brightness (typical) 250 nits vs 600 nits
  • Pixel density 166 ppi vs 218 ppi
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW
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Dell · 2024UltraSharp U4025QW
8.8
Same price ≈ $1,700
  • Refresh rate 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Screen size 40″ vs 27″
  • Pixel density 139 ppi vs 218 ppi
  • Brightness (typical) 450 nits vs 600 nits
BenQ PD2730S
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BenQ · 2025PD2730S
9.0
32% cheaper ≈ $1,150
  • Refresh rate 76 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Brightness (typical) 400 nits vs 600 nits
  • Weight 8.3 kg vs 6.3 kg
Asus ProArt PA27UCDMR
9
Asus · 2026ProArt PA27UCDMR
8.9
17% cheaper ≈ $1,450
  • Refresh rate 240 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Panel type OLED vs IPS
  • Brightness (typical) 250 nits vs 600 nits
  • Pixel density 166 ppi vs 218 ppi
BenQ MA270S
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BenQ · 2026MA270S
9.2
38% cheaper ≈ $1,100
  • Refresh rate 70 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Brightness (typical) 450 nits vs 600 nits
  • Anti-glare / matte screen
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