Apple
Apple Studio Display
27″ 5K · Retina · Thunderbolt 3
87
/ 100
From $1,599
VS
LG 27GR95QE wins by 4
LG
LG 27GR95QE
27″ · 1440p OLED · 240Hz
91
/ 100
From $999
Specdex verdict
LG 27GR95QE takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Studio Display lands at 87 and LG 27GR95QE at 91. That puts LG 27GR95QE ahead by 4 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 LG 27GR95QE if…
- ✓Current panel tech
- ✓Strong factory calibration
- ✓Modern connectivity
Apple Studio Display 87
vs 91 LG 27GR95QE
Score breakdown
Apple Studio Display
87 color 92
motion 72
hdr 60
features 80
LG 27GR95QE
91 color 91
motion 96
hdr 92
features 89
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Apple Studio Display | LG 27GR95QE |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | IPS LCD | 1440p OLED |
| Resolution | 5120×2880 | — |
| Refresh | 60Hz | ▲ 240Hz |
| Connectivity | Thunderbolt 3, 3× USB-C | — |
| Size | — | 27" |
| Release year | — | 2023 |
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
LG 27GR95QE
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 LG 27GR95QE
Which is better, Apple Studio Display or LG 27GR95QE? +
LG 27GR95QE scores 91 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. 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 LG 27GR95QE worth the price? +
At $999, LG 27GR95QE delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in motion.
Does Apple Studio Display or LG 27GR95QE 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.