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Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K vs HP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD

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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 Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor

HP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor

  • 23.8-inch screen for your workspace.
  • Resolution / aspect ratio: 1920 × 1080 (Full HD).
  • Dimensions / weight / power: 535.8 × 177.2 × 396.8 mm (W ×.
  • Brightness / contrast: 300 nits.
  • Ports: 1 × HDMI 1.4.
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 Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor if you want a lighter build (2.5 kg).

Display

Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K
27-inch screen
HP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor
23.8-inch screen

Ports

Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K
1 output port
HP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor
1 × HDMI 1.4

Resolution / aspect ratio

Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K
5120 × 2880, 218 pixels per inch
HP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor
1920 × 1080 (Full HD)

Brightness / contrast

Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K
600 nits brightness
HP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor
300 nits, 1500:1 static contrast

Monitor type

Apple Studio Display 27-inch 5K
Desktop display
HP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor
Flat desktop monitor

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 Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor

  • Lighter: 2.5 kg (vs 6.3 kg).
  • Monitor type: Flat desktop monitor.

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PriorityApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor
Display27-inch Retina 5K display23.8 inches, IPS LCD
Ports1 output port1 × HDMI 1.4
Resolution / aspect ratio5120 × 2880, 218 pixels per inch1920 × 1080 (Full HD)
Brightness / contrast600 nits brightness300 nits, 1500:1 static contrast
Monitor typeDesktop displayFlat desktop monitor

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor
BrandAppleHP

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor
Brand / ModelApple Studio Display; 27-inch, Thunderbolt 5 modelHP Series 5 524sf
Monitor TypeDesktop display; standard glass and tilt-adjustable stand configurationFlat desktop monitor
Screen / Panel27-inch Retina 5K display23.8 inches; IPS LCD; edge-lit
Resolution / Aspect Ratio5120 × 2880; 218 pixels per inch1920 × 1080 (Full HD); 16:9
Refresh Rate / Response Time60Hz refresh rateUp to 100Hz; 5ms GtG with overdrive
Brightness / Contrast600 nits brightness300 nits; 1500:1 static contrast
Colour / HDRP3 wide colour; 1 billion colours; True Tone99% sRGB colour gamut

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor
Ports2 Thunderbolt 5 ports (one upstream, one downstream); 2 USB-C ports up to 10Gb/s1 × HDMI 1.4; 1 × VGA
USB / DockingThunderbolt 5 upstream connection; up to 96W host charging—

Smart, Touch & Multimedia

Smart, Touch & Multimedia specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor
Camera / Audio12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View; three microphones; six-speaker system; Spatial Audio with Dolby AtmosNo integrated camera; no built-in speakers

Design & Physical

Design & Physical specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor
Stand / VESATilt-adjustable stand: −5° to +25°Tilt adjustment: -5° to +25°; detachable stand
Dimensions / Weight / PowerTilt stand configuration: 47.8 × 62.3 × 16.8cm; 6.3kg; 100–240V AC, 50–60Hz535.8 × 177.2 × 396.8 mm (W × D × H, with stand); 2.5 kg with stand; external power supply; 100–240VAC input; 20W maximum, 16W typical, 0.5W standby
In the BoxStudio Display and Thunderbolt 5 Pro cable (1m)Monitor; HDMI cable; power adapter; AC power cord; documentation

Gaming & Display Features

Gaming & Display Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Studio Display 27-inch 5KHP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch FHD Monitor
Display Features—Anti-glare; flicker-free; HP Eye Ease with Eyesafe certification; three-sided micro-edge bezel

In summary

HP Series 5 524sf 23.8-inch 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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In-stock alternatives

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