If you prioritize image clarity and superior text quality in your work, the Apple Studio Display is a strong choice, despite its higher cost; however, it falls short for gaming and lacks versatility in display adjustments. On the other hand, the LG 38WN95C offers a broader screen and an adjustable stand which can enhance productivity, and it supports a wider range of refresh rates making it better for casual gaming. It's also more affordable, but its overall image and text clarity might not match the Apple's display. Neither monitor is the best fit for competitive gaming, where high refresh rates and low response times are crucial. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple Studio Display (IPS)
Best in class for productivity
Good for media consumption
Best in class text clarity
Best in class image clarity
Advantages of the LG 38WN95C (IPS)
Good response time
Key differences
Productivity
9.5/10
6.6/10
5120 x 2880
RESOLUTION
3840 x 1600
218 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
111 PPI
No
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Apple Studio Display (IPS) is best in class for productivity, while the LG 38WN95C (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
7.0/10
6.2/10
5120 x 2880
RESOLUTION
3840 x 1600
1052:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
898:1
584 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
477 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
692 nits
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Apple Studio Display (IPS) is good for media consumption, while the LG 38WN95C (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$1,439
$1,245
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Apple Studio Display (IPS) has a price of $1,439 and the LG 38WN95C (IPS) costs $1,245.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.1/10
6.1/10
5120 x 2880
RESOLUTION
3840 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1052:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
898:1
584 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
477 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
692 nits
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
94.1 %
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The LG 38WN95C (IPS) and Apple Studio Display (IPS) are both only fair for casual gaming.
Competitive Gaming
5.0/10
4.5/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
20.4 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
7.1 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
584 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
477 nits
The Apple Studio Display (IPS) and LG 38WN95C (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Apple Studio Display (IPS) and LG 38WN95C (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Apple Studio Display (IPS) and LG 38WN95C (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Apple Studio Display (IPS) and LG 38WN95C (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Apple Studio Display (IPS) and LG 38WN95C (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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