What to Expect From Apple's Studio Display 2

[MacRumors]

Apple plans to release a new Studio Display in late 2025 or early 2026, according to Ross Young, a display industry expert and VP at Counterpoint Research.

In a subscriber-only post shared on X last month, Young said the new Studio Display will feature the same 27-inch screen size as the current model, but add mini-LED backlighting. This upgrade would result in increased brightness and higher contrast ratio compared to the current model, which has traditional LED backlighting.

Young did not share any further details, so it is unclear if any other Studio Display specifications would change, such as the refresh rate.

Apple released the Studio Display in March 2022, alongside the first Mac Studio. The standalone display features a 27-inch LCD screen with a 5K resolution, a 60Hz refresh rate, up to 600 nits brightness, a built-in camera and speakers, one Thunderbolt 3 port, and three USB-C ports. In the U.S., the monitor starts at $1,599.

In November 2024, an anonymous listener of the Relay FM tech podcast "Upgrade" claimed that Apple was developing 90Hz display technology that could be used for the next Studio Display. This higher refresh rate would make content like videos and text while scrolling look smoother to the eye, but 90Hz would stop short of the 120Hz refresh rate that iPhones and Macs with ProMotion support can achieve. It is not clear to us if this individual has any established track record with Apple-related rumors, so keep that in mind.

A new Studio Display with mini-LED backlighting has been rumored by a few other sources, including Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo and Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The display will likely launch in 2026, according to Gurman.

Young has a pretty good track record with display-related information for future Apple products. For example, he was the first source to reveal the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max would feature 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch displays, respectively, over a year before the devices launched. He is the founder and former CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants, a research firm that was acquired by Counterpoint Research in late 2023.

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[Spock]

We can probably expect to have a price increase...

 

[turbineseaplane]

What to expect:

A sky high price with a variety of really expensive options, some of which should already be included.

(height adjust-ability and VESA mounting come to mind)

 

[PsykX]

We can probably expect to have a price increase...

I don't think so.
It's already perhaps the most expensive monitor of its category, especially because competitors can give much better promos on their models. They better have some serious argument if they want to make it more expensive.

 

[seankndy]

Same size, probably same refresh rate, but its a bit brighter? Meh.

 

[idahoidahoidaho]

Apple, you’ve had too many recent failures. Put this 1hz under 120hz and watch this be miserable in sales. You have to meet the tech where it’s possible, let alone push the boundary. I want to believe in you, but lately I’m worried that the future is no longer with you. Change my mind, please!

 

[Nick A]

The Studio Display didn't make sense at launch, and especially doesn't make sense now when there's 27" 4K 240hz QD-OLEDs for $900.

Hoping the new version has the Tandem OLED tech from the iPad Pro, but that seems unlikely based on rumors.

 

[citysnaps]

Eh... As a photographer whose fussy about color and making accurate prints from what I see on the screen (first time, every time), I'm 100% happy with my Studio Display.

The only thing that would cause me to think about upgrading would perhaps be a larger screen. But even that's iffy as I have zero complaints with my current ASD.

Regarding brightness... I have no need for more. Though it will go much brighter, mine stays at the 60% mark.

 

[vegetassj4]

CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today introduced Studio Display Pro, an entirely new display designed to give users everything they need to build the studio of their dreams. A breakthrough in display technology, Studio Display, the perfect complement to Mac Studio, also pairs beautifully with any Mac. It features an expansive 27-inch 5.5K Retina Pro display, a 24 MP Super Ultra Wide camera with Center Stage Pro, and a high-fidelity six-speaker sound system with spatial audio. Studio Display Pro features stunningly beautiful colors and breathtaking connectivity. Built for Apple Intelligence, the Studio Display 2 will transform any workspace into a creative powerhouse. Light years ahead of any display than ever before, it joins Apple’s strongest, most powerful Mac lineup ever, and is available to order today, arriving to customers beginning Friday, September 18.

 

[Chiromac81]

If no, 120 refresh rate, then this product is a total bust and a farce

 

[EugW]

I'm looking forward to checking out the LG 6K, Asus 6K, and Acer 5K 32" monitors this summer. 60 Hz would be fine.

BTW, I already have a Datacolor Spyder X Pro colour calibrator, so I'm covered there.

 

[GoodOne]

The current model is perfect for my needs but if they add 120hz Promotion I'll upgrade immediately.

 

[jeme]

What a waste of time, not going to 32 inches. 27 is too small.

 

[Mac_MD-PhD]

The Studio Display didn't make sense at launch, and especially doesn't make sense now when there's 27" 4K 240hz QD-OLEDs for $900.

4K at 27 inches is not the same as 5K at 27 inches though. There are multiple 5K screens out now, some decent ones at $800. The ASD I use looks significantly better than the 4k Dell U2723qe that I used to have, especially if you stare at text all day.

But I generally agree, the ASD is not worth $1600 currently, but that was your only option for a long time. I still think it is the "best" option if you can stomach the cost. The current model should probably be reduced to $999 or $1200 (at least), especially when you consider the 32" 6K display from ASUS that is likely going to be in the $1200 - 1500 range.

 

[azentropy]

The Studio Display didn't make sense at launch, and especially doesn't make sense now when there's 27" 4K 240hz QD-OLEDs for $900.

Hoping the new version has the Tandem OLED tech from the iPad Pro, but that seems unlikely based on rumors.

Refresh rates and OLED is nice, but I could never go back to 4K vs having 5K on my main display(s).
Either way, it would be nice if Apple had more display options.

 

[iansilv]

Stop designing monitors and computers that require a separate option to order it without the stand. Just design a stand that fits to a vesa mount so that the user can choose to take the stand off and mount out a monitor arm or do whatever they want with it. It’s wasteful and irritating. Also, shrink the stupid bezel it’s Ridiculous and I’m looking at LG‘s 32 inch 6K monitor to see if that vessels really are as thin as they show in their renderings.

 

[Ifti]

I cant wait that long - looks like I'm going with the current model.

 

[ceddy]

The Studio display is the best purchase I've made in years. Love it. Such a joy to use.

 

[BigBellyBelcher]

Pretty trashy u have to chose height adjustable stand and can’t make any changes after purchase. Yes I paid extra for the ability to change the height 4” yes I feel bent over but by a silver fox like Tim so it’s okay it’s only 4 inches ya know.

 

[zoegreg]

I tried a few of the newer OLEDS, but in the end I came back to my Studio display. The color accuracy & sharpness are just too good.

 

[ceddy]

Its at a perfect height for normal desktop work, but yeah...very cheap of apple.

 

[citysnaps]

The Studio display is the best purchase I've made in years. Love it. Such a joy to use.

Same here. I've had mine for around two years now. Once I had it set up (which was easy), I've never had to adjust since after processing and printing a couple hundred photographs.

 

[1037]

CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today introduced Studio Display Pro, an entirely new display designed to give users everything they need to build the studio of their dreams. A breakthrough in display technology, Studio Display, the perfect complement to Mac Studio, also pairs beautifully with any Mac. It features an expansive 27-inch 5.5K Retina Pro display, a 24 MP Super Ultra Wide camera with Center Stage Pro, and a high-fidelity six-speaker sound system with spatial audio. Studio Display Pro features stunningly beautiful colors and breathtaking connectivity. Built for Apple Intelligence, the Studio Display 2 will transform any workspace into a creative powerhouse. Light years ahead of any display than ever before, it joins Apple’s strongest, most powerful Mac lineup ever, and is available to order today, arriving to customers beginning Friday, September 18.

Starting at $2699.99

 

[nt5672]

Get rid of the camera. Get rid of the speakers. Tap holes in the back for VESA mount by default on all models. Make stands optional. Drop the price $600 from the current price.

 

[DotCom2]

The current one is perfect for my needs and I got it for a lot less. $1200 at Costco plus extended warranty. It was some time ago. I felt I got a good deal and I just love it.