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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
LG 27GR95QE wins by 4
LG 27GR95QE — 27″ · 1440p OLED · 240Hz
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
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Winner by scenario

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

Picture quality

LG 27GR95QE

Color accuracy and HDR performance

LG 27GR95QE leads on hdr (92 vs 60).

Value for money

LG 27GR95QE

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

LG 27GR95QE more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,599).

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

Apple Studio Display versus LG 27GR95QE — full spec comparison
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.

Which is better for picture quality, Apple Studio Display or LG 27GR95QE? +

LG 27GR95QE — leads on hdr (92 vs 60). Color accuracy and HDR performance.

Which is the better value, Apple Studio Display or LG 27GR95QE? +

LG 27GR95QE — more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,599). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.