The BenQ has a lot lower resolution both in number of pixels and even more so in pixel density, which makes it very awkward to run with Retina-targeting macOS.
Probably because you didn’t see the video
27” is great for most uses but ok, anyway you can’t use 32” with 4K or even 5K for true retina 2X while keeping a big user space. 5K is 2,5k on retina. 4K is terrible at retina and believe me I have one if you need work space you must use scaled resolution.
I do want all that
But 27" is too small for my needs, so I would need 2 studio displays. With matte coating that adds up. I understand where the BenQ lacks, but it doesn't cost as much either. I'm a bit curious about that Samsung M8. I'd like to see it in person. Any thought on that one?Same boat here. Apple is simply not getting my money on this one. I looked at the BenQ but got the 32" LG 4K Ultrafine w/ the VESA desk stand since the specs weren't that much different and it was only $750 with tax. Is it as bright and crisp and great to look at as my 27" retina iMac? Nope. Is the larger size a bonus? Yes. Did I save a LOT of money and still happily get my work done? Absolutely. (And why did I wait so long to get such an adjustable swingable/rotatable/desk clutter-killing stand? This is probably my favorite part since we use the display for watching movies in my home office. Flip it around toward the couch, and bingo!)
I can’t believe people are still trying to make comparisons between this display and all the other "options" that have unfulfilled Mac user requirements since Retina was introduced. That includes the beautiful but luxury (for non pro users) 6K.
"Yeah this whole thing has thrown me into an odd state of limbo". (quoted)Yeah this whole thing has thrown me into an odd state of limbo. I've enjoyed my 2015 27" iMac Retina, though I came from a 30" Apple Cinema Display, so the 27" size, though crisp and beautiful, was a little smaller than I wanted. The price for a 32" XDR was just not gonna happen. Then this new Studio Display … hmm … had it been a 30"-32" (a dumbed down XDR) for say $2-2.5K I probably would have taken the plunge. But I just couldn't make myself spend $1600 for the same thing I have, plus the M1 Mac mini I also ordered. So, I've gone the opposite route and purchased a 32" LG 4K Ultrafine for $750 w/ tax. It's probably a carry-me-over until I can afford something better … assuming the XDR's come down in price on the lightly-used market. The LG's build quality is meh. The brightness is OK. The UI/font crispness is a step back. But I really love the larger size, and with its very small bezels, it's perfect on my desk. Plus it came with a VESA swivel stand that is super handy. I'll probably never go back to a fixed stand. Resolution wise, it kills the 30" ACD that I loved for many years. If I don't lean in close, I really don't see the pixels … it looks "retina" … kind of. Admittedly my heart sinks a little when I look over at my aging 27" iMac in all its bright 5K glory and crisp UI. But when I get to work, the LG is doing the job, and knowing I didn't pay very much has its own satisfaction. I guess value is in the eye of the spender?
Or just buy a 'real' webcam, that inherently will give you more image options than the cropped Center Stage 'feature'.
When you say, as did everyone, you meant there was a choice right? I remember having a choice, and the person who was helping me said get the matte.
switching to the LG as I read this, although they all look pretty bad to be honest. (not you, the cameras)
