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Apple Studio Display — 27″ 5K · Retina · Thunderbolt 3
Apple

Apple Studio Display

27″ 5K · Retina · Thunderbolt 3

87
/ 100
From $1,599
VS
Dell U2723QE wins by 1
Dell U2723QE — 27″ · 4K IPS Black · 60Hz
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
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Tie

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Dell U2723QE

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Dell U2723QE more score per dollar ($799 vs $1,599).

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

Apple Studio Display versus Dell U2723QE — full spec comparison
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.

Which is the better value, Apple Studio Display or Dell U2723QE? +

Dell U2723QE — more score per dollar ($799 vs $1,599). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.