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Apple Studio Display XDR - Standard glass Tilt and height-adjustable stand
MFEL4X/A
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Product Overview
Key Features
- 27 Inch LCD IPS display with 5K Retina resolution
- 2000 Nits peak brightness and 120Hz refresh rate
- Mini-LED backlight with 2304 dimming zones
- Thunderbolt 5 and USB-C ports for fast connections
- P3 and Adobe RGB wide colour gamuts with True Tone
- 12MP Center Stage camera and six-speaker system
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Apple
- Model Number:
- MFEL4X/A
- Screen Size (Inches):
- 27
- Resolution Type:
- 5K Retina
- Peak Brightness (Nits):
- 2000
- Refresh Rate (Hz):
- 120
- Connections:
- 1 upstream Thunderbolt 5 port for host (140W host charging), 1 downstream Thunderbolt 5 port for high-speed accessories or daisy-chaining displays, 2 x USB-C ports (up to 10 Gbps) for peripherals, storage and networking
- Type:
- Apple Studio
Screen Technology
- Screen Technology:
- LCD IPS
- Display Resolution (px):
- 5120 x 2880, 218PPI
Computers & Tablets
- Positional Adjustments:
- Tilt: −5 to +25 degrees, Height adjustment: Total of 105mm
Screen Features
- Screen Size Range:
- 26 - 27.9 Inches
General Information
- Colour:
- Silver
- Additional Features:
- Mini-LED backlight with 2304 dimming zones, Adaptive Sync, P3 & Adobe RGB wide colour gamuts, True Tone, 12MP Center Stage camera, High-fidelity six-speaker system with force-cancelling woofers, Studio-quality three-mic array
- What's In The Box:
- Studio Display XDR, Thunderbolt 5 Pro cable (1m)
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Screen Technology
- Screen Technology:
- LCD IPS
- Display Resolution (px):
- 5120 x 2880, 218PPI
Screen Features
- Screen Size Range:
- 26 - 27.9 Inches
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Without Stand Dimensions
- Height Without Stand (mm):
- 362
- Width Without Stand (mm):
- 623
- Depth Without Stand (mm):
- 33
- Weight Without Stand (kg):
- 6.3
With Stand Dimensions
- Height With Stand (mm):
- 583
- Width With Stand (mm):
- 623
- Depth With Stand (mm):
- 214
- Weight With Stand (kg):
- 8.5
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 625
- Box Width (mm):
- 752
- Box Depth (mm):
- 176
- Box Weight (kg):
- 27
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At a glance
This is a premium desktop monitor for creative professionals, Mac users and anyone who wants outstanding image quality, strong built-in audio and a high-end video call experience. It excels in colour-critical work, HDR viewing and smooth motion, while the tilt and height-adjustable stand improves day-to-day comfort. The main limitation is its high price, which will be more than many users need for general computing.
What it’s great for
- Professional Content Creation
- Photo Editing
- Video Editing
- Graphic Design
- Colour-Critical Work
- Premium Home Office Setups
- High-End Gaming
- Video Calls
Where it works best
- Creative Studio
- Home Office
- Design Agency
- Post-Production Suite
- Corporate Workspace
Who it’s for
- Creative Professional
- Photographer
- Video Editor
- Graphic Designer
- VFX Artist
- Animator
- Mac User
- Remote Professional
Things to consider
Its price is significantly higher than many premium monitors, so it makes the most sense for buyers who will genuinely benefit from its advanced brightness, colour performance, camera and speaker system.
Gaming suitability score
8.5/10 - Excellent brightness, contrast and 120Hz Adaptive Sync make it strong for premium gaming, though it is priced more for creative and professional use than gaming-first value.
Home office fit
Excellent for premium home offices where display quality, video calls, audio performance and ergonomic adjustment all matter.
Colour accuracy rating
9.5/10 - Very strong choice for photographers, designers and video professionals thanks to wide colour support and reference-oriented positioning.
Multi-monitor setup compatibility
Strong - well suited to professional multi-display desks, especially for Mac-based workflows and connected creative accessories.
Eye comfort score
8/10 - High brightness flexibility, smooth 120Hz motion and ergonomic stand adjustment support comfortable extended use, though brightness may need tuning for long sessions.
Key benefits
- 5K Retina XDR Display: Delivers extremely sharp detail for editing, design work and everyday desktop use.
- Mini-LED Backlighting: Helps produce deeper blacks, brighter highlights and more precise contrast control across the screen.
- Peak HDR Brightness: Reaches up to 2,000 nits for punchy highlights and better visibility in demanding HDR content.
- 120Hz Adaptive Sync: Makes motion look smoother and helps reduce latency in gaming, animation and fast-moving content.
- Wide Colour Gamut: Supports P3 and Adobe RGB for colour-critical creative work and more confidence when preparing work for print.
- Tilt and Height-Adjustable Stand: Makes it easier to set a comfortable viewing position for long work sessions.
- 12MP Center Stage Camera: Keeps you better framed on video calls and adds useful tools like Desk View for presentations and collaboration.
- Six-Speaker Audio System: Provides fuller, more immersive sound than most monitors, reducing the need for separate desktop speakers.
Q: Is standard glass a good choice for bright rooms?
A: It depends on how much glare your room gets. Standard glass suits many indoor desks, but Apple positions nano-textured glass for particularly bright spaces, including outdoor use, because it reduces reflections more aggressively.
Q: Will 27-inch feel too small for editing and multitasking?
A: For colour-critical work, 27-inch can be a strong fit. For long timelines, large tool palettes or side-by-side multitasking, the Apple Studio Display XDR may feel compact, so some buyers prefer a larger specialist monitor.
Q: Can the built-in camera and speakers replace desk accessories?
A: Yes. Apple Studio Display XDR includes a 12MP Center Stage camera, a three-mic array and a six-speaker system, so many buyers can skip separate webcam and call audio gear. It will not replace specialist studio recording hardware.
Q: Does this monitor work well in a dual-display Mac setup?
A: Yes. Apple Studio Display XDR has Thunderbolt 5 ports that can connect a Mac and support an additional Studio Display XDR, or two standard Studio Display monitors. That makes it better suited to a Mac-based multi-screen workspace.
Q: Can this monitor replace a dock for accessories and storage?
A: Partly. Apple Studio Display XDR has two Thunderbolt 5 ports and two USB-C ports for accessories such as external drives, a keyboard or a mouse. It is not a full dock substitute if your setup needs other port types.