This great 27-inch Studio Display alternative is cheaper than ever
Source: The Verge
Overview
Apple’s Studio Display has its shortcomings, especially when you consider its lofty $1,599 price tag. A more affordable 5K monitor that nearly matches its specs is available for less than a third of that price during the Black Friday period.
The 27‑inch KTC H27P3 5K monitor is selling for $534.99 ($135 off) on Amazon, and even less at $509.99 ($160 off) directly from KTC when you use the on‑page coupon while it’s still available. The H27P3 features an IPS display with a 5120 × 2880 resolution, 60 Hz refresh rate, HDR support, and 65 W USB‑C Power Delivery for a single‑cable connection to a laptop. It also includes DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.0 ports. Its 217 PPI is just one pixel shy of the Studio Display’s 218 PPI, delivering extremely sharp text and images.
Specifications
- Screen size: 27‑inch IPS panel
- Resolution: 5120 × 2880 (5K)
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz (5K) / 120 Hz at 2560 × 1440 dual‑mode
- HDR: Supported
- USB‑C Power Delivery: 65 W
- Ports: USB‑C, DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.0
- Pixel density: 217 PPI (vs. 218 PPI for Apple’s Studio Display)
Pricing & Availability
- Amazon: $534.99 (original $669.99, $135 off)
- KTC website: $509.99 (original $669.99, $160 off) – apply the on‑page coupon
Verdict
The KTC H27P3 is very thin, fairly color‑accurate, and offers a much more appealing value than the Apple Studio Display for productivity and color‑sensitive work. It also includes a unique dual‑mode feature that Apple’s display lacks: the ability to switch to 2560 × 1440 at 120 Hz for smoother performance when you prefer higher refresh over 5K clarity.
Our own Cameron Faulkner has been testing the KTC, so keep an eye out for the full review. Based on initial use and the astronomical price of its competition, we feel comfortable recommending this 5K display for just a bit over five‑hundred dollars.