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Apple Debuts Studio Display XDR With Mini‑LED 120Hz, Retires Pro Display XDR

Apple positions the 27‑inch XDR as a lower‑priced successor to the 32‑inch Pro Display XDR.

Overview

  • The 27‑inch Studio Display XDR delivers a 5K Retina XDR panel with a mini‑LED backlight (2,304 zones), up to 1,000 nits SDR, 2,000 nits peak HDR, a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, and a 120Hz refresh rate with Adaptive Sync.
  • Both new monitors adopt Thunderbolt 5 for single‑cable workflows and hub use, with the XDR offering up to 140W host charging and the standard Studio Display providing up to 96W.
  • Each model includes a 12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View, a six‑speaker system with Spatial Audio, and a three‑microphone array, with optional nano‑texture glass; the XDR ships with a tilt‑ and height‑adjustable stand by default.
  • U.S. pricing starts at $1,599 for the updated Studio Display and $3,299 for the Studio Display XDR, with preorders opening March 4 and deliveries beginning March 11.
  • Apple has discontinued the 32‑inch 6K Pro Display XDR, and the new XDR adds DICOM presets plus a Medical Imaging Calibrator feature that remains pending FDA clearance for diagnostic use.