Apple
Apple Studio Display
27″ 5K · Retina · Thunderbolt 3
87
/ 100
From $1,599
VS
Dell U2723QE wins by 1
Dell
Dell U2723QE
27″ · 4K IPS Black · 60Hz
88
/ 100
From $799
Specdex verdict
Dell U2723QE takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Studio Display lands at 87 and Dell U2723QE at 88. That puts Dell U2723QE ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Apple Studio Display if…
- ✓Razor-sharp 218 ppi
- ✓Great color out of the box
- ✓Single-cable dock via TB3
Pick Dell U2723QE if…
- ✓Current panel tech
- ✓Strong factory calibration
- ✓Modern connectivity
Apple Studio Display 87
vs 88 Dell U2723QE
Score breakdown
Apple Studio Display
87 color 92
motion 72
hdr 60
features 80
Dell U2723QE
88 color 88
motion 72
hdr 62
features 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Apple Studio Display | Dell U2723QE |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | IPS LCD | 4K IPS Black |
| Resolution | 5120×2880 | — |
| Refresh | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Connectivity | Thunderbolt 3, 3× USB-C | — |
| Size | — | 27" |
| Release year | — | 2022 |
Apple Studio Display
Pros
- +Razor-sharp 218 ppi
- +Great color out of the box
- +Single-cable dock via TB3
Cons
- −60Hz only
- −No HDR
- −Webcam mediocre
Dell U2723QE
Pros
- +Current panel tech
- +Strong factory calibration
- +Modern connectivity
Cons
- −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
- −HDR varies by model
- −OLED burn-in risk
FAQ: Apple Studio Display vs Dell U2723QE
Which is better, Apple Studio Display or Dell U2723QE? +
Dell U2723QE scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Apple Studio Display worth the price? +
At $1,599, Apple Studio Display delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in color.
Is Dell U2723QE worth the price? +
At $799, Dell U2723QE delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in color.
Does Apple Studio Display or Dell U2723QE last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.