BenQ
BenQ SW272U
27″ · 4K IPS AdobeRGB · 60Hz
88
/ 100
From $1,199
VS
BenQ SW272U wins by 1
Apple
Apple Studio Display
27″ 5K · Retina · Thunderbolt 3
87
/ 100
From $1,599
Specdex verdict
BenQ SW272U takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, BenQ SW272U lands at 88 and Apple Studio Display at 87. That puts BenQ SW272U ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick BenQ SW272U if…
- ✓Current panel tech
- ✓Strong factory calibration
- ✓Modern connectivity
Pick Apple Studio Display if…
- ✓Razor-sharp 218 ppi
- ✓Great color out of the box
- ✓Single-cable dock via TB3
BenQ SW272U 88
vs 87 Apple Studio Display
Score breakdown
BenQ SW272U
88 color 88
motion 72
hdr 62
features 86
Apple Studio Display
87 color 92
motion 72
hdr 60
features 80
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | BenQ SW272U | Apple Studio Display |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | 4K IPS AdobeRGB | IPS LCD |
| Size | 27" | — |
| Refresh | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| Resolution | — | 5120×2880 |
| Connectivity | — | Thunderbolt 3, 3× USB-C |
BenQ SW272U
Pros
- +Current panel tech
- +Strong factory calibration
- +Modern connectivity
Cons
- −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
- −HDR varies by model
- −OLED burn-in risk
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
FAQ: BenQ SW272U vs Apple Studio Display
Which is better, BenQ SW272U or Apple Studio Display? +
BenQ SW272U scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is BenQ SW272U worth the price? +
At $1,199, BenQ SW272U delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in color.
Is Apple Studio Display worth the price? +
At $1,599, Apple Studio Display delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in color.
Does BenQ SW272U or Apple Studio Display 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.