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Apple Pro Display XDR 32" vs LG 32UN880-B 32"

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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LG 32UN880-B 32"

31.5" · 3840×2160 · IPS
Optimal Viewing Distance 62cm
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Specification Apple Pro Display XDR 32" 2019 LG 32UN880-B 32" 2020
Screen Size 32" (Better) 31.5"
Resolution 6016×3384 (Better) 3840×2160
Pixel Density (PPI) 216 (Better) 140
Optimal Viewing Distance 41cm (Better) 62cm
Panel Type IPS IPS
Viewing Angle 178° 178°
Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Refresh Rate 60 Hz 60 Hz
Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) None FreeSync
Response Time 5 ms GTG 5 ms GTG
HDR Certification None None
SDR Brightness 500 nits (Better) 350 nits
HDR Peak Brightness 1600 nits (Better) 450 nits
Contrast Ratio 1:1,000,000 (Better) 1:1,000
Ports 0x HDMI · 0x DP · USB-C · USB Hub 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub
USB-C Power Delivery 96 W (Better) 60 W
Color Gamut sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 97% (Better) sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 95% · Adobe RGB 87%
Year 2019 2020 (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 LG 32UN880-B 32"?
The Apple Pro Display XDR 32" has 216 PPI compared to 140 PPI for the LG 32UN880-B 32".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Apple Pro Display XDR 32" requires 41cm vs 62cm for the LG 32UN880-B 32" 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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