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Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K vs HP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS

Compare resolution, refresh rate, brightness and ports.

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Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K

Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K

  • 27-inch screen for your workspace.
  • Resolution / aspect ratio: 5120 × 2880.
  • Dimensions / weight / power: tilt stand configuration: 47.8 × 62.3 × 16.8cm.
  • 600 nits brightness.
  • 12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View.
KSh 270,000In Stock
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HP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor

HP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor

  • 21.5-inch screen for your workspace.
  • Resolution / aspect ratio: 1920 × 1080 (Full HD), 16:9.
  • Dimensions / weight / power: 489.6 × 180.1 × 380.5 mm with stand.
  • Brightness / contrast: 300 nits.
  • Ports: 1 HDMI input.
KSh 23,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K if you want a higher 5120 × 2880 screen resolution and a brighter 600 nits screen. Choose the HP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor if you want a lighter build (2.33 kg).

Display

Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K
27-inch screen
HP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor
21.5-inch screen

Ports

Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K
1 output port
HP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor
1 HDMI input

Resolution / aspect ratio

Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K
5120 × 2880, 218 pixels per inch
HP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor
1920 × 1080 (Full HD), 16:9

Brightness / contrast

Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K
600 nits brightness
HP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor
300 nits, 1000:1 static contrast

USB / docking

Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K
Thunderbolt 5 upstream connection, up to 96W host charging
HP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor
No USB docking

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K

  • Higher screen resolution: 5120 × 2880 (vs 1920 × 1080).
  • Brighter screen: 600 nits (vs 300 nits).
  • Monitor type: Desktop display.

HP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor

  • Lighter: 2.33 kg (vs 6.3 kg).
  • Monitor type: Flat desktop monitor.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor
Display27-inch Retina 5K display21.5-inch IPS LED-backlit, anti-glare
Ports1 output port1 HDMI input
Resolution / aspect ratio5120 × 2880, 218 pixels per inch1920 × 1080 (Full HD), 16:9
Brightness / contrast600 nits brightness300 nits, 1000:1 static contrast
USB / dockingThunderbolt 5 upstream connection, up to 96W host chargingNo USB docking
Monitor typeDesktop displayFlat desktop monitor

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor
BrandAppleHP
Manufacturer Model Number—22f

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor
Brand / ModelApple Studio Display; 27-inch, Thunderbolt 5 modelHP 22f
Monitor TypeDesktop display; standard glass and tilt-adjustable stand configurationFlat desktop monitor
Screen / Panel27-inch Retina 5K display21.5-inch IPS LED-backlit, anti-glare
Resolution / Aspect Ratio5120 × 2880; 218 pixels per inch1920 × 1080 (Full HD), 16:9
Refresh Rate / Response Time60Hz refresh rateUp to 75Hz; 5ms gray-to-gray with overdrive
Brightness / Contrast600 nits brightness300 nits; 1000:1 static contrast
Colour / HDRP3 wide colour; 1 billion colours; True Tone—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor
Ports2 Thunderbolt 5 ports (one upstream, one downstream); 2 USB-C ports up to 10Gb/s1 HDMI input; 1 VGA input; power input
USB / DockingThunderbolt 5 upstream connection; up to 96W host chargingNo USB docking

Smart, Touch & Multimedia

Smart, Touch & Multimedia specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor
Camera / Audio12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View; three microphones; six-speaker system; Spatial Audio with Dolby AtmosNo integrated camera or speakers
Touch / Interaction—No touchscreen

Design & Physical

Design & Physical specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor
Stand / VESATilt-adjustable stand: −5° to +25°Tilt stand; no VESA mount compatibility
Dimensions / Weight / PowerTilt stand configuration: 47.8 × 62.3 × 16.8cm; 6.3kg; 100–240V AC, 50–60Hz489.6 × 180.1 × 380.5 mm with stand; 2.33 kg; external 100–240V AC supply; 21W maximum / 19W typical / 0.3W standby
In the BoxStudio Display and Thunderbolt 5 Pro cable (1m)—

Gaming & Display Features

Gaming & Display Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP 22f 21.5-inch Full HD IPS Monitor
Gaming / Sync Features—AMD FreeSync
Display Features—On-screen controls, Plug and Play, low-blue-light mode

In summary

HP 22f 21.5-inch Full is the lighter option to carry; Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K trades extra weight for a sharper screen and a screen.

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