Apple Studio Display specs
Screen Size: 27 inches
Resolution: 5120×2880
Refresh Rate: 60Hz
Camera: 12MP with 122-degree field of view
Inputs: 3 USB-C, 1 Thunderbolt 3
Dimensions: 24.5 x 18.8 x 6.6 inches (with tilt-adjustable stand)
Apple has just introduced the Apple Studio Display, its new 27-inch external display that was unveiled alongside the Mac Studio, an entirely new premium personal computer that is powered by the M1 Max and the newly announced M1 Ultra.
The Studio Display features a 5K Retina display that measures in at 27 inches diagonally and packs a sleek all-screen design with narrow borders and a refined aluminum enclosure that somewhat echoes the look of the 24-inch iMac (2021).
Here’s everything we know about the Apple Studio display.
Apple Studio Display release date and price
The Apple Studio display has a release date of March 18, but you can pre-order the display now. Price-wise, the Studio Display is much more affordable than the existing Pro Display XDR monitor, but at $1,599 it’s not cheap.
If you want the nano-texture glass, which further reduces glare, you’ll pay $1,899.
The Studio Display comes with a built-in stand that lets you tilt the display up to 30 degrees. And if you want more ergonomic adjustments, you can opt for the tilt-and-height-adjustable stand, which also features a counterbalancing arm. That option is $400.
Multimedia creators and graphic designers will enjoy the VESA mount adapter option, which allows users to change the display’s orientation from portrait to landscape for versatile use. This configuration is also $1,599.
Apple Studio Display specs and performance
Now to the most exciting part of the monitor: its display. Apple packed the Studio Display with over 14.7 million pixels, offering 600 nits of brightness, P3 wide color as well as support for over one billion colors.
The device is also equipped with True Tone technology, meaning the display will automatically adjust to your environment’s lighting conditions. The Studio Display can be finished with an anti-reflective coating, which should provide a more comfortable viewing experience.
A13 Bionic chip: Video and audio upgrades
Curiously, the Apple Studio display sports the same A13 Bionic chip that is seen in the iPhone 11 lineup, which provides the Studio Display with impressive audio and camera capabilities.
The Studio Display is the first Mac device to feature the Center Stage feature that is currently present in Apple’s iPad models. The monitor is also equipped with a 12 megapixel Ultra Wide front camera, which is the same system that is seen in iPads.
And since the Studio Display is intended for creative professionals, Apple brought some exciting features on the audio front, too. The device features a three-microphone array with low noise floor as well as a six-speaker sound system with Spatial Audio support. And according to Apple, it’s “the best ever audio system ever created for Mac.”
Apple Studio Display ports and connectivity
The Studio Display can be connected to any Mac device, so you don’t necessarily have to get the Mac Studio to take full advantage of this monitor’s advancements. It sports three USB-C ports and one Thunderbolt port. And apart from connecting the device with your Mac, the 96W cable can also fast charge even the latest 14-inch MacBook Pro. According to Apple, you can connect up to three Studio Displays to one MacBook Pro.
Apple Studio Display outlook
Overall, the Apple Studio Display should deliver a sharp and colorful 5K picture for those who feel like the Pro XDR Display is overkill. Plus, the Studio Display is optimized for video calls, thanks to its 12MP camera, triple mics and powerful speaker setup. Still, $1,599 is not cheap, so we look forward to seeing how this monitor stacks up to the best Dell, HP and others have to offer. Stay tuned for our full review.