Apple has cut the price barrier for its pro display lineup with the launch of the new Studio Display XDR, and this time the package includes a stand, which directly addresses long-standing criticism around the Pro Display XDR price structure.
The new model starts at $3,299, which is far lower than the previous setup once buyers added the stand separately, and Apple positions it as a more accessible pro monitor without compromising core display performance.
At the same time, Apple refreshed the standard Studio Display, which now starts at $1,599 and includes Thunderbolt 5 and an upgraded camera system, giving buyers clearer options across different price points.
Studio Display XDR price and features
For $3,299, you get:
- 27-inch 5K Retina XDR display
- Mini-LED backlight with over 2,000 local dimming zones
- 2000 nits peak HDR brightness
- 1000 nits SDR brightness
- 120Hz refresh rate with Adaptive Sync
- P3 and Adobe RGB wide color
- Thunderbolt 5 with up to 140W charging
- Tilt and height-adjustable stand included
The price now includes the stand, which makes the overall cost clearer and easier to justify for professionals working in HDR video editing, 3D rendering, design, and medical imaging.
With this move, Apple lowers the entry price for its pro display while keeping flagship specs intact, which makes the new Studio Display XDR a more practical choice for serious creators.
