Apple Studio Display XDR 27" vs Samsung Space 27"
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Apple Studio Display XDR 27"
27" · 5120×2880 · Mini-LED
Optimal Viewing Distance 40cm
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Category Ranking
Pixel Density (PPI)67in category
Apple Studio Display XDR 27"218 PPI #5
Samsung Space 27"109 PPI #55
93 PPI224 PPI
HDR Peak Brightness67in category
Apple Studio Display XDR 27"2000 nits #1
Samsung Space 27"250 nits #67
250 nits2000 nits
DCI-P3 Color Gamut63in category
Apple Studio Display XDR 27"99% #2
79%100%
Refresh Rate
Apple Studio Display XDR 27"120 Hz
Samsung Space 27"144 Hz
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Summary
- Sharpness: advantage Apple Studio Display XDR 27" — At 65cm, the Apple Studio Display XDR 27" is retina (218 PPI) while the Samsung Space 27" is not — you need to sit at least 80cm away for pixel-free viewing.
- Brightness: advantage Apple Studio Display XDR 27" — The Apple Studio Display XDR 27" is 300% brighter in SDR (1000 vs 250 nits), a noticeable difference for outdoor readability. HDR peak: 2000 vs 250 nits.
Key Differences
| Specification | Apple Studio Display XDR 27" | Samsung Space 27" |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 5120×2880 | 2560×1440 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 218 | 109 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 40cm | 80cm |
| SDR Brightness | 1000 nits | 250 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 2000 nits | 250 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 | 1:3,000 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 98% | sRGB 97% |
| Year | 2026 | 2019 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 4 ms GTG |
All specifications
| Specification | Apple Studio Display XDR 27" 2026 | Samsung Space 27" 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 5120×2880 (Better) | 2560×1440 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 218 (Better) | 109 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 40cm (Better) | 80cm |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED | VA |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz (Better) |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync | FreeSync |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 4 ms GTG (Better) |
| HDR Certification | None | None |
| SDR Brightness | 1000 nits (Better) | 250 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 2000 nits (Better) | 250 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 (Better) | 1:3,000 |
| Ports | USB-C · USB Hub | 1x HDMI · 1x DP |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 140 W | — |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 98% (Better) | sRGB 97% |
| Year | 2026 (Better) | 2019 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Apple Studio Display XDR 27" or Samsung Space 27"?
The Apple Studio Display XDR 27" has 218 PPI compared to 109 PPI for the Samsung Space 27".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Apple Studio Display XDR 27" requires 40cm vs 80cm for the Samsung Space 27" 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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