Is the Apple Studio Display worth the price in 2024?

Question

I am leaning towards purchasing the Apple Studio display, however I have doubts around its pricing for the year 2024, what do you think?

Answer 1

Looking ahead, from 2024, it should also be noted that for $1,600 Apple Studio Display is not the best deal on the market. There are such third generation QD OLEDS as well as other monitors with more functions, better color reproduction and HDR, as well as OLED for deeper blacks for a lower value. It is suggested to seek these alternatives as an option before settling for one.

Comments

I recently purchased Apple Studio Display after a long consideration compared with wide screen monitor for my development work. After a lot of reviews check, I have concluded myself that there is no other monitors work better for Mac. I know I do not play game and I do not use Windows machine. I do not need any extra peripherals like HDMI and USB-A. Mac just seamlessly works with one cable instantly and reliably. I am into this Apple Design theme. It is a perfect monitor for my needs even in 2024. I am just happy to sit in front of this beautiful monitor which motivates me more to be productive rather than working with plastic ugly looking monitor.

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2024 and there is still no competition in the 5k segment. I have been using ASD for 1.5 years and I think it was a great purchase.

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Thank you for your unbiased review.

I'm not a gamer, nor do I use Windows, and I love a good/clean desk setup. As a software engineer, I'm thinking about buying a second Studio Display :D

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honest review,, and I agree about the point price at 2024. Thank you!

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I'll wait for the next version, expecting MiniLED or something better.

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Great content. Yeah, you addressed the elephant in the room. It was too expensive when it came out and, as it’s still the same price, it’s definitely not good enough for the exact same specs in 2024. Defo needs a re-jig before I part with that much cash money.

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So is it worth it or not. I don’t game

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the only thing this monitor has going for it is its 5K resolution. All those drawbacks you mentioned are absolute deal-breakers for me…and I’m an Apple heavy user and iOS developer lol…I love Apple products, but this is a big nope

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Now that Apple launched their own 1st larger OLED panels maybe we don’t have long for a new version of the Studio Display. Hopefully they’ll offer a simpler version without all the bells and whistles and a more professional one.

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I’ve been thinking about buying this now… however, I’m worried that Apple might released a new one

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In 2024 this display remains peerless. It doesn’t have OLED, or a good port selection, and it’s expensive, but if you want full integration with your Mac, top notch build quality, >200ppi resolution, and good built in speakers and webcam, this is your only option.The alternatives have lower pixel density, lower build quality, terrible built in speakers, and look like they were designed by a teenager.

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Pros: 5K scaling and speakers Cons: 60Hz, crazy price, IPS pannel, useless stand and the fact Apple just doesn’t care to make it batter after 2,5 years
Conclusion: buy 4k with better colors and higher refresh rate, use BetterDisplay to adjust scaling and save a lot of money

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Agree with you. Apple should be embarrased to still sell this piece of old tech on 2024, no matter the price. Hope an upgrade is coming soon.

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I agree the Apple monitor is way over priced!

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In 27 years they’ll finally add 120 hertz, to get people to buy it again

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Best Buy has 300 off studio display