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Apple Studio Display vs Apple Studio Display XDR

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Apple Studio Display

UK MFEY4B/A · Standard glass · VESA mount adapter

Studio Display, rectangular screen, thin black bezels, silver colour stand
Exact model & source notes

Apple Studio Display with standard glass and VESA mount adapter, identified by MFEY4B/A.

Specifications checked 19 Oct 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications
WHAT DIFFERS
60 HzMaximum manufacturer-listed refresh rate120 Hz
Selected glass treatmentStandard glassNano-texture glass
5,400 gMass for the selected stand or VESA configuration8,500 g
3 of 8 verified differences, in the order listed below. Not a rating.
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THE CONTENDER

Apple Studio Display XDR

UK MFEP4B/A · Nano-texture glass · tilt- and height-adjustable stand

Studio Display XDR, rectangular screen, nano-texture glass, reduced glare, low reflectivity, thin black bezels, silver colour stand
Exact model & source notes

Apple Studio Display XDR with nano-texture glass and tilt- and height-adjustable stand, identified by MFEP4B/A.

Specifications checked 19 Oct 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

Studio Display UK & US retailers

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Studio Display XDR UK & US retailers

UK & US price history: no verified listing yet

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

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  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE8 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 08

Panel technology

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Apple Studio DisplayLCD

Manufacturer specification · The current standard-display guide identifies its display as an LCD component on PDF page 4; it does not identify an IPS, VA or TN subtype.

Apple Studio Display XDRIPS LCD with oxide TFT technology

Manufacturer specification

Explore the full specifications

Match the monitor to the connection. Refresh limits depend on the input, cable and source device. Confirm the exact regional ports, stand adjustment and mount. Manufacturer response-time methods such as MPRT and GtG are different; neither the image nor these figures establish an independent motion or colour-quality test.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

8 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 7 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Panel technology

In Visual facts
Apple Studio DisplayLCD
Apple Studio Display XDRIPS LCD with oxide TFT technology
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification · The current standard-display guide identifies its display as an LCD component on PDF page 4; it does not identify an IPS, VA or TN subtype.

Apple — Studio Display recycler guide, March 2026, LCD component on page 4
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification

Apple — Studio Display XDR technical white paper, LCD panel

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Maximum manufacturer-listed refresh rate

In Visual facts
Apple Studio Display60 Hz
Apple Studio Display XDR120 Hz
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification · Supported refresh rate depends on the connected host; see the complete manufacturer compatibility requirements.

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification · Supported refresh rate depends on the connected host; see the complete manufacturer compatibility requirements.

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Connections and charging capabilities

In Visual facts
Apple Studio DisplayTwo Thunderbolt 5 ports (up to 120Gb/s) and two USB-C ports (up to 10Gb/s) One upstream Thunderbolt 5 port for host (with 96W host charging) One downstream Thunderbolt 5 port for connecting high-speed accessories or daisy-chaining additional displays Two USB-C ports (up to 10Gb/s) for connecting peripherals, storage and networking
Apple Studio Display XDRTwo Thunderbolt 5 ports (up to 120Gb/s) and two USB-C ports (up to 10Gb/s) One upstream Thunderbolt 5 port for host (with 140W host charging) One downstream Thunderbolt 5 port for connecting high-speed accessories or daisy-chaining additional displays Two USB-C ports (up to 10Gb/s) for connecting peripherals, storage and networking
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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Dimensions for the selected stand or VESA configuration

In Visual facts
Apple Studio DisplayHeight: 36.2 cm; Width: 62.3 cm; Depth: 3.1 cm
Apple Studio Display XDRHeight (bottom position): 47.8 cm; Width: 62.3 cm; Height (top position): 58.3 cm; Depth: 21.4 cm
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification · VESA mount adapter. Original manufacturer axis labels and cm quantities retained; top and bottom heights remain separate.

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification · tilt- and height-adjustable stand. Original manufacturer axis labels and cm quantities retained; top and bottom heights remain separate.

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Mass for the selected stand or VESA configuration

Apple Studio Display5400 g
Apple Studio Display XDR8500 g
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification · VESA mount adapter. Manufacturer kg converted to g; Weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process.

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification · tilt- and height-adjustable stand. Manufacturer kg converted to g; Weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process.

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Configuration & compatibility details (1)

Host, software and refresh-rate requirements

Apple Studio DisplayStudio Display is compatible with the following Mac models with Apple silicon and macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 or later: 16-inch MacBook Pro (2021 and later) 14-inch MacBook Pro (2021 and later) 13-inch MacBook Pro (M1, 2020 and later) 15-inch MacBook Air (2023 and later) 13-inch MacBook Air (M1, 2020 and later) Mac Studio (2022 and later) Mac mini (2020 and later) Mac Pro (2023 and later) 24-inch iMac (2021 and later) Studio Display is compatible with the following iPad models with iPadOS 26.3.1 or later: iPad Pro (M4 and M5) iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd-6th generation) iPad Pro 11-inch (1st-4th generation) iPad Air (M2, M3 and M4) iPad Air (5th generation)
Apple Studio Display XDRStudio Display XDR is compatible with the following Mac models with Apple silicon and macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 or later: 16-inch MacBook Pro (2021 and later) 14-inch MacBook Pro (2021 and later) 13-inch MacBook Pro (M1, 2020 and later) 15-inch MacBook Air (2023 and later) 13-inch MacBook Air (M1, 2020 and later) Mac Studio (2022 and later) Mac mini (2020 and later) Mac Pro (2023 and later) 24-inch iMac (2021 and later) Mac models with M1, M1 Pro, M1 Max, M1 Ultra, M2 and M3 support Studio Display XDR at up to 60Hz. All other Studio Display XDR features are supported. Studio Display XDR is compatible with the following iPad models with iPadOS 26.3.1 or later: iPad Pro (M4 and M5) iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd-6th generation) iPad Pro 11-inch (1st-4th generation) iPad Air (M2, M3 and M4) iPad Air (5th generation) iPad Pro (M5) supports Studio Display XDR at 120Hz. All other compatible iPad models support it at 60Hz.
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification · Studio Display camera features and firmware updates require connection to a Mac. When connected to iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd and 4th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st and 2nd generation) or iPad Air (5th generation), Studio Display USB‑C ports deliver USB 2 data transfer speeds.

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification · Studio Display XDR camera features and firmware updates require connection to a Mac. When connected to iPad Pro 12.9‑inch (3rd and 4th generation), iPad Pro 11‑inch (1st and 2nd generation) or iPad Air (5th generation), Studio Display XDR USB‑C ports deliver USB 2 data transfer speeds.

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (3)

Supplied stand height adjustment

Apple Studio DisplayNot verified
Apple Studio Display XDRYes
Sources
Apple Studio Display

The manufacturer does not establish this capability for a separately chosen VESA stand. · Manufacturer specification · Capability of the exact supplied stand. A separately purchased VESA stand has unspecified adjustment.

Apple UK — exact MFEY4B/A glass and stand selection
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification · Capability of the exact supplied stand. A separately purchased VESA stand has unspecified adjustment.

Apple UK — exact MFEP4B/A glass and stand selection

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

LCD panel subtype

Apple Studio DisplayNot verified
Apple Studio Display XDRNot verified
Sources
Apple Studio Display

The manufacturer guide identifies LCD, but the captured current specifications and guide do not identify its IPS, VA or TN subtype. XDR panel construction is not carried into this model. · Manufacturer specification

Apple — Studio Display recycler guide, March 2026, LCD component on page 4
Apple Studio Display XDR

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Supplied stand height travel

Apple Studio DisplayNot verified
Apple Studio Display XDR105 mm
Sources
Apple Studio Display

No source recorded for this side.

Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification · Tilt- and height-adjustable stand selected; does not apply to the VESA adapter.

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

5 shared fields have the same recorded value.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Apple Studio Display

What it brings

What to check

  • Refresh rates depend on the connected host and required software. Separately purchased stands and unlisted measurements remain unspecified.

Apple Studio Display XDR

What it brings

What to check

  • Refresh rates depend on the connected host and required software. Separately purchased stands and unlisted measurements remain unspecified.
COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify
17 of 17 specifications Sources in each row
Source-backed specifications for Apple Studio Display and Apple Studio Display XDR
SpecificationApple Studio DisplayApple Studio Display XDR
Manufacturer display diagonal
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications
27 in27 in
Native resolution
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications
5120 × 28805120 × 2880
Panel technologyDifferent
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification · The current standard-display guide identifies its display as an LCD component on PDF page 4; it does not identify an IPS, VA or TN subtype.

Apple — Studio Display recycler guide, March 2026, LCD component on page 4
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification

Apple — Studio Display XDR technical white paper, LCD panel
LCDIPS LCD with oxide TFT technology
Selected glass treatmentDifferent
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — exact MFEY4B/A glass and stand selection
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — exact MFEP4B/A glass and stand selection
Standard glassNano-texture glass
Maximum manufacturer-listed refresh rateDifferent
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification · Supported refresh rate depends on the connected host; see the complete manufacturer compatibility requirements.

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification · Supported refresh rate depends on the connected host; see the complete manufacturer compatibility requirements.

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications
60 Hz120 Hz
Connections and charging capabilitiesDifferent
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications
Two Thunderbolt 5 ports (up to 120Gb/s) and two USB-C ports (up to 10Gb/s) One upstream Thunderbolt 5 port for host (with 96W host charging) One downstream Thunderbolt 5 port for connecting high-speed accessories or daisy-chaining additional displays Two USB-C ports (up to 10Gb/s) for connecting peripherals, storage and networkingTwo Thunderbolt 5 ports (up to 120Gb/s) and two USB-C ports (up to 10Gb/s) One upstream Thunderbolt 5 port for host (with 140W host charging) One downstream Thunderbolt 5 port for connecting high-speed accessories or daisy-chaining additional displays Two USB-C ports (up to 10Gb/s) for connecting peripherals, storage and networking
Speakers and microphones
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications
High-fidelity six-speaker system with force-cancelling woofers Wide stereo sound Support for Spatial Audio when playing music or video with Dolby Atmos Studio-quality three-mic array with high signal-to-noise ratio and directional beamforming Support for “Hey Siri”High-fidelity six-speaker system with force-cancelling woofers Wide stereo sound Support for Spatial Audio when playing music or video with Dolby Atmos Studio-quality three-mic array with high signal-to-noise ratio and directional beamforming Support for “Hey Siri”
Dimensions for the selected stand or VESA configurationDifferent
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification · VESA mount adapter. Original manufacturer axis labels and cm quantities retained; top and bottom heights remain separate.

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification · tilt- and height-adjustable stand. Original manufacturer axis labels and cm quantities retained; top and bottom heights remain separate.

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications
Height: 36.2 cm; Width: 62.3 cm; Depth: 3.1 cmHeight (bottom position): 47.8 cm; Width: 62.3 cm; Height (top position): 58.3 cm; Depth: 21.4 cm
Mass for the selected stand or VESA configurationDifferent
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification · VESA mount adapter. Manufacturer kg converted to g; Weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process.

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification · tilt- and height-adjustable stand. Manufacturer kg converted to g; Weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process.

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications
5400 g8500 g
Supplied stand height adjustment
Sources
Apple Studio Display

The manufacturer does not establish this capability for a separately chosen VESA stand. · Manufacturer specification · Capability of the exact supplied stand. A separately purchased VESA stand has unspecified adjustment.

Apple UK — exact MFEY4B/A glass and stand selection
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification · Capability of the exact supplied stand. A separately purchased VESA stand has unspecified adjustment.

Apple UK — exact MFEP4B/A glass and stand selection
Not listed by the manufacturerYes
Manufacturer-listed box contentsDifferent
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications
Studio Display Thunderbolt 5 Pro cable (1m)Studio Display XDR Thunderbolt 5 Pro Cable (1m)
Supplied stand height travel
Sources
Apple Studio Display

No source recorded.

Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification · Tilt- and height-adjustable stand selected; does not apply to the VESA adapter.

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications
Not provided105 mm
Power supply and operating conditions
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications
Line voltage: 100-240V AC Frequency: 50Hz to 60Hz, single phase Operating temperature: 10° to 35° C (50° to 95° F) Relative humidity: 5% to 90% non-condensing Maximum altitude: tested up to 5,000 metres (16,400 feet)Line voltage: 100-240V AC Frequency: 50Hz to 60Hz, single phase Operating temperature: 10° to 35° C (50° to 95° F) Relative humidity: 5% to 90% non-condensing Maximum altitude: tested up to 5,000 metres (16,400 feet)
Selected stand or mountDifferent
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — exact MFEY4B/A glass and stand selection
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — exact MFEP4B/A glass and stand selection
VESA mount adapter; stand not includedtilt- and height-adjustable stand
Host, software and refresh-rate requirementsDifferent
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification · Studio Display camera features and firmware updates require connection to a Mac. When connected to iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd and 4th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st and 2nd generation) or iPad Air (5th generation), Studio Display USB‑C ports deliver USB 2 data transfer speeds.

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification · Studio Display XDR camera features and firmware updates require connection to a Mac. When connected to iPad Pro 12.9‑inch (3rd and 4th generation), iPad Pro 11‑inch (1st and 2nd generation) or iPad Air (5th generation), Studio Display XDR USB‑C ports deliver USB 2 data transfer speeds.

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications
Studio Display is compatible with the following Mac models with Apple silicon and macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 or later: 16-inch MacBook Pro (2021 and later) 14-inch MacBook Pro (2021 and later) 13-inch MacBook Pro (M1, 2020 and later) 15-inch MacBook Air (2023 and later) 13-inch MacBook Air (M1, 2020 and later) Mac Studio (2022 and later) Mac mini (2020 and later) Mac Pro (2023 and later) 24-inch iMac (2021 and later) Studio Display is compatible with the following iPad models with iPadOS 26.3.1 or later: iPad Pro (M4 and M5) iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd-6th generation) iPad Pro 11-inch (1st-4th generation) iPad Air (M2, M3 and M4) iPad Air (5th generation)Studio Display XDR is compatible with the following Mac models with Apple silicon and macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 or later: 16-inch MacBook Pro (2021 and later) 14-inch MacBook Pro (2021 and later) 13-inch MacBook Pro (M1, 2020 and later) 15-inch MacBook Air (2023 and later) 13-inch MacBook Air (M1, 2020 and later) Mac Studio (2022 and later) Mac mini (2020 and later) Mac Pro (2023 and later) 24-inch iMac (2021 and later) Mac models with M1, M1 Pro, M1 Max, M1 Ultra, M2 and M3 support Studio Display XDR at up to 60Hz. All other Studio Display XDR features are supported. Studio Display XDR is compatible with the following iPad models with iPadOS 26.3.1 or later: iPad Pro (M4 and M5) iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd-6th generation) iPad Pro 11-inch (1st-4th generation) iPad Air (M2, M3 and M4) iPad Air (5th generation) iPad Pro (M5) supports Studio Display XDR at 120Hz. All other compatible iPad models support it at 60Hz.
Camera
Sources
Apple Studio Display

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display technical specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR

Manufacturer specification

Apple UK — Studio Display XDR technical specifications
12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View
Show unverified (1)Not verified, not provided or conflicting for both products. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Specifications without verified values for either product
LCD panel subtype
Sources
Apple Studio Display

The manufacturer guide identifies LCD, but the captured current specifications and guide do not identify its IPS, VA or TN subtype. XDR panel construction is not carried into this model. · Manufacturer specification

Apple — Studio Display recycler guide, March 2026, LCD component on page 4
Apple Studio Display XDR

No source recorded.

Not listed by the manufacturerNot provided
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Studio Display, rectangular screen, standard glass, low reflectivity, thin black bezels, silver colour stand

Apple Studio Display

Max refresh
60 Hz
Screen diagonal
27 in
Manufacturer display diagonal
27 in
Prices & product profile
Studio Display, rectangular screen, nano-texture glass, reduced glare, low reflectivity, thin black bezels, silver colour stand

Apple Studio Display

Max refresh
60 Hz
Screen diagonal
27 in
Manufacturer display diagonal
27 in
Prices & product profile
Studio Display XDR, rectangular screen, standard glass, low reflectivity, thin black bezels

Apple Studio Display XDR

Max refresh
120 Hz
Screen diagonal
27 in
Manufacturer display diagonal
27 in
Prices & product profile
Studio Display XDR, rectangular screen, nano-texture glass, low reflectivity, thin black bezels

Apple Studio Display XDR

Max refresh
120 Hz
Screen diagonal
27 in
Manufacturer display diagonal
27 in
Prices & product profile

Each record represents an explicitly checked model and configuration. Original import: 5 Sept 2026; this is not its verification date. This is not a list of current offers or a popularity ranking.