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Apple Pro Display XDR 32" vs ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27"

Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications

Apple Pro Display XDR 32"

32" · 6016×3384 · IPS
Optimal Viewing Distance 41cm
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ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27"

26.5" · 2560×1440 · OLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 79cm
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Specification Apple Pro Display XDR 32" 2019 ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" 2024
Screen Size 32" (Better) 26.5"
Resolution 6016×3384 (Better) 2560×1440
Pixel Density (PPI) 216 (Better) 111
Optimal Viewing Distance 41cm (Better) 79cm
Panel Type IPS OLED
Viewing Angle 178° 178°
Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Refresh Rate 60 Hz 480 Hz (Better)
Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) None FreeSync Premium
Response Time 5 ms GTG 0.0 ms GTG (Better)
HDR Certification None DisplayHDR True Black 400
SDR Brightness 500 nits (Better) 250 nits
HDR Peak Brightness 1600 nits (Better) 1300 nits
Contrast Ratio 1:1,000,000 1:1,500,000 (Better)
Ports 0x HDMI · 0x DP · USB-C · USB Hub 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub
USB-C Power Delivery 96 W
Color Gamut sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 97% sRGB 135% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 96% (Better)
Year 2019 2024 (Better)

Summary

The Apple Pro Display XDR 32" has higher pixel density (216 PPI), making it sharper at close range.

The Apple Pro Display XDR 32" allows sitting closer (41cm) while maintaining retina quality.

The Apple Pro Display XDR 32" offers a larger 32" display for more immersive viewing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has better PPI: Apple Pro Display XDR 32" or ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27"?
The Apple Pro Display XDR 32" has 216 PPI compared to 111 PPI for the ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Apple Pro Display XDR 32" requires 41cm vs 79cm for the ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" to reach retina quality.

Methodology & Sources

Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.

Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.

Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).

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