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BenQ PD2725U — 27″ · 4K Thunderbolt 3
BenQ

BenQ PD2725U

27″ · 4K Thunderbolt 3

86
/ 100
From $999
VS
Apple Studio Display wins by 1
Apple Studio Display — 27″ 5K · Retina · Thunderbolt 3
Apple

Apple Studio Display

27″ 5K · Retina · Thunderbolt 3

87
/ 100
From $1,599
Specdex verdict

Apple Studio Display takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, BenQ PD2725U lands at 86 and Apple Studio Display at 87. That puts Apple Studio Display ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick BenQ PD2725U if…

  • ✓Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
  • ✓Modern connectivity
  • ✓Mature firmware

Pick Apple Studio Display if…

  • ✓Razor-sharp 218 ppi
  • ✓Great color out of the box
  • ✓Single-cable dock via TB3
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Apple Studio Display

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Apple Studio Display leads on color (92 vs 86).

Value for money

BenQ PD2725U

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

BenQ PD2725U more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,599).

BenQ PD2725U 86
vs
87 Apple Studio Display

Score breakdown

BenQ PD2725U
86
color 86
motion 72
hdr 62
features 84
Apple Studio Display
87
color 92
motion 72
hdr 60
features 80

Specs side-by-side

BenQ PD2725U versus Apple Studio Display — full spec comparison
Spec BenQ PD2725U Apple Studio Display
Panel
4K Thunderbolt 3
IPS LCD
Size
27"
—
Release year
2021
—
Resolution
—
5120×2880
Refresh
—
60Hz
Connectivity
—
Thunderbolt 3, 3× USB-C

BenQ PD2725U

Pros
  • +Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
  • +Modern connectivity
  • +Mature firmware
Cons
  • −Stand ergonomics vary
  • −HDR on IPS limited
  • −OLED burn-in risk

Apple Studio Display

Pros
  • +Razor-sharp 218 ppi
  • +Great color out of the box
  • +Single-cable dock via TB3
Cons
  • −60Hz only
  • −No HDR
  • −Webcam mediocre

FAQ: BenQ PD2725U vs Apple Studio Display

Which is better, BenQ PD2725U or Apple Studio Display? +

Apple Studio Display scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is BenQ PD2725U worth the price? +

At $999, BenQ PD2725U delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in color.

Is Apple Studio Display worth the price? +

At $1,599, Apple Studio Display delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in color.

Does BenQ PD2725U or Apple Studio Display last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for picture quality, BenQ PD2725U or Apple Studio Display? +

Apple Studio Display — leads on color (92 vs 86). Color accuracy and HDR performance.

Which is the better value, BenQ PD2725U or Apple Studio Display? +

BenQ PD2725U — more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,599). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.