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Updated April 12, 2024·
If high-resolution image editing or detailed graphic work is a priority and budget is not a concern, the Apple Studio Display with its higher screen resolution and excellent text and image clarity would be a better choice. However, if your work involves multitasking or managing multiple windows, the unique 16:18 aspect ratio of the LG DualUp offers more vertical screen real estate, which can enhance productivity at a lower price point. Neither monitor is ideal for gaming due to their lower refresh rates, but for casual gaming, both will suffice. The LG’s additional connectivity options provide more flexibility for attaching peripherals, while the Apple display's glossy finish offers more vibrancy but can be reflective. If HDR content creation is part of your workflow, both monitors have limitations, with neither being designed specifically for HDR video editing. 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
- Good brightness
Advantages of the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS)
- Good response time
Key differences
Productivity
9.5
7.7
5120 x 2880
RESOLUTION
2560 x 2880
218 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
No
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Apple Studio Display (IPS) is best in class for productivity, while the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is good.
Media Consumption
7.0
6.5
5120 x 2880
RESOLUTION
2560 x 2880
1052:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
584 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Apple Studio Display (IPS) is good for media consumption, while the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$1,599
$650
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Apple Studio Display (IPS) has a price of $1,599 and the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) costs $650.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.1
5.8
5120 x 2880
RESOLUTION
2560 x 2880
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1052:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
584 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.0 %
Glossy
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Apple Studio Display (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.0
4.9
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
20.4 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
10.0 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
584 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The Apple Studio Display (IPS) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Apple Studio Display (IPS) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Apple Studio Display (IPS) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Apple Studio Display (IPS) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Apple Studio Display (IPS) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Apple Studio Display (IPS) and the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Apple Studio Display (IPS) | LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,599 | $650 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 28" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 5120 x 2880 | 2560 x 2880 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1052:1 | 1000:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 584 nits | 300 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | N/A | Unknown | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 99.1 % | 100 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 20.4 ms | 10 ms | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 5/10 | 5/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 6/10 | 7.1/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 218 PPI | 139 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Glossy | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 10/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 10/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 0 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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