Apple Pro Display XDR 32" vs ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42"
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42"
41.5" · 3840×2160 · OLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 82cm
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Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)67in category
Apple Pro Display XDR 32"216 PPI #14
ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42"106 PPI #64
93 PPI224 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness67in category
Apple Pro Display XDR 32"1600 nits #2
ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42"1000 nits #7
250 nits2000 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut63in category
Apple Pro Display XDR 32"99% #2
ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42"98% #31
79%100%
Refresh Rate
Apple Pro Display XDR 32"60 Hz
ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42"138 Hz
StandardHighUltra
Summary
- Sharpness: advantage Apple Pro Display XDR 32" — At 65cm, the Apple Pro Display XDR 32" is retina (216 PPI) while the ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" is not — you need to sit at least 82cm away for pixel-free viewing.
- Brightness: advantage Apple Pro Display XDR 32" — Similar SDR brightness (500 vs 450 nits), but the Apple Pro Display XDR 32" leads in HDR peak (1600 vs 1000 nits).
Key Differences
| Specification | Apple Pro Display XDR 32" | ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 6016×3384 | 3840×2160 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 216 | 106 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 41cm | 82cm |
| SDR Brightness | 500 nits | 450 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1600 nits | 1000 nits |
| Screen Size | 32" | 41.5" |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 138 Hz |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 0.1 ms GTG |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 97% | sRGB 133% · DCI-P3 98% · Adobe RGB 94% |
| Year | 2019 | 2022 |
All specifications
| Specification | Apple Pro Display XDR 32" 2019 | ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 32" | 41.5" (Better) |
| Resolution | 6016×3384 (Better) | 3840×2160 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 216 (Better) | 106 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 41cm (Better) | 82cm |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 138 Hz (Better) |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | G-SYNC Compatible |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 0.1 ms GTG (Better) |
| HDR Certification | None | None |
| SDR Brightness | 500 nits (Better) | 450 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1600 nits (Better) | 1000 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 | 1:1,000,000 |
| Ports | USB-C · USB Hub | 4x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 96 W | — |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 97% | sRGB 133% · DCI-P3 98% · Adobe RGB 94% (Better) |
| Year | 2019 | 2022 (Better) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Apple Pro Display XDR 32" or ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42"?
The Apple Pro Display XDR 32" has 216 PPI compared to 106 PPI for the ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Apple Pro Display XDR 32" requires 41cm vs 82cm for the ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" to reach retina quality.
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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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