What could a “consumer” monitor apple produce for $2,500 (if it is indeed that expensive do that a decent $1,000 LG, Samsung etc monitor can’t?
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There needs to be a 27" iMac that starts at no more than $2,200. There needs to be a consumer display that is the same panel as that iMac, but without the computer inside. Why would the same display, without computer, be as expensive? No consumer display should cost more than $1,000.
I have had the LG 27” 5K display since it was released. It has been flawless. No performance issues whatsoever.
LG 32BN88U-B
It’s not the most amazing screen but it’s also not bad at all when you see it in person. Not many have a 140ppi or higher especially at that size. $620-$700
The display is the most expensive part. Then you need to consider the actual demand from Apple stand point. The number of people who want a 27 inch display might not be worth the effort to them. An update to target display mode might be a better cheaper option here.
I work a lot with text and I really like how sharp the retina screens look.
However, nobody competes with Apple on retina monitors except for Dell and their 8k monitor which is not cheap either and also outdated.
Honestly, I will probably get any 32 inch retina monitor that is released. At $2500 it would be an instant buy for me if it had at least 2 inputs.
However, nobody competes with Apple on retina monitors except for Dell and their 8k monitor which is not cheap either and also outdated.
Honestly, I will probably get any 32 inch retina monitor that is released. At $2500 it would be an instant buy for me if it had at least 2 inputs.
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Does this have any panel problems?
Also, do you know if it has the "secret sauce" calibration Apple branded LG monitors have?
I do find that 1440 scaled to 4K is not terrible. It may not be quite as crisp as a true 5K but it’s not as blurry as a 1:1 1440 monitor. Since we don’t have any good options for 5K screens, I’m using a 4K 27” and it works fine.
4K is too low a resolution for 32” and there are already quite a few of those on the market.
I haven’t read about any glaring issues. The BN version does have a 3 year warranty however.
Not sure if it has the secret sauce but it’s supposed to be very accurate out of the box.
I'm quite happy with 1440p resolution scaled to my 4.5K iMac screen. Occasionally text is a bit small for my aging eyes but I can always zoom when necessary. It still looks retina-sharp to me.