After a few years between updates, Apple has two new 5K monitor options, ranging from expensive to very expensive, with the 27-inch 5K Studio Display and Studio Display XDR. Both have 5,120 x 2,880 resolutions and 12MP Center Stage cameras embedded inside — we’ll be eager to see how much better those are this time around — three microphones, and six-speaker audio systems with support for spatial audio and “Hey Siri” built-in, plus two Thunderbolt 5 ports and two USB-C ports.
The XDR model adds new Mini LED backlighting technology that increases its peak brightness, as well as improved contrast and black levels that should work well for HDR. There’s also support for 120Hz refresh rate (if it’s connected to an M4 Mac or later, or the M5 iPad Pro) and adaptive sync. One other difference is that the XDR has support for up to 140W host charging, while the standard model tops out at 96W.
Preorders open starting tomorrow, March 4th, with a $1,599 price for the Studio Display and $3,299 price for the Studio Display XDR.