LG UltraGear 45GR75DC-B 45" Black 2023
Apple Studio Display XDR 27" Silver 2026
What Buyers Say
LG UltraGear 45GR75DC-B 45" Black 2023
This 45-inch ultrawide monitor is a productivity powerhouse, with many users praising its ability to replace dual-monitor setups and handle multiple windows seamlessly. The 200Hz refresh rate and USB-C connectivity are major highlights, though some note that text clarity and viewing angles could be better. A few users experienced gaming-related black screen issues, but overall sentiment is very positive for work and casual gaming.
Pros
- Excellent productivity for multitasking
- High 200Hz refresh rate
- USB-C power delivery and connectivity
- Built-in KVM switch
- Great color and contrast
Cons
- Text clarity could be better
- Viewing angles are average
- Gaming black screen issues reported
- Less vertical screen space
- Requires large desk space
Apple Studio Display XDR 27" Silver 2026
The Apple 27" Studio Display XDR is widely praised for its stunning 5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and exceptional color accuracy, making it a top choice for professional photo and video editors. Users consistently highlight the superb HDR performance, excellent build quality, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem. However, the extremely high price is a recurring point of contention, with many noting that while the performance justifies the cost for professionals, it feels overpriced for general use. Some minor issues include the need for a firmware update upon first connection and the speakers being merely adequate rather than excellent.
Pros
- Stunning 5K resolution
- Excellent color accuracy
- Superb HDR performance
- 120Hz refresh rate
- Premium build quality
Cons
- Extremely high price
- Speakers only adequate, not excellent
- Firmware update required on first connection
- No HDMI input for versatility
- Nano-texture may be visible to some
Scores
Specifications
| LG UltraGear 45GR75DC-B 45" | Apple Studio Display XDR 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 44.5" | 27" |
| Resolution | 5120 x 1440 | 5120 x 2880 |
| Panel Type | VA | Mini-LED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 32:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Screen Finish | — | glossy |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 200 Hz★ | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms★ | — |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ | Adaptive-Sync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 400 nits | 2000 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 95% DCI-P3, 95% CIE1976 | 1.07 Billion Colors (10-Bit) |
| Color Depth | 8-bit + FRC | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR10 | HDR |
| HDR Support | HDR10★ | HDR |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2★ | 0 |
| DisplayPort | 1★ | 0 |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✗ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✓★ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Power | 80W★ | — |
| Weight | 8.80 kg | 8.50 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
LG UltraGear 45GR75DC-B 45" Black 2023
- Strong feature (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong color (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong display (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong performance (85th percentile)85th %ile
Apple Studio Display XDR 27" Silver 2026
- Strong color (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong feature (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (90th percentile)90th %ile
Pricing
LG UltraGear 45GR75DC-B 45" Black 2023
Apple Studio Display XDR 27" Silver 2026
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 3 of 6 usage categories and 7 of 31 specs.
