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Jul 14, 2026 4:14 PM

Select Best Buy Stores: Open Box 27" Apple Studio Display (5K Retina / Standard Glass)

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Select Best Buy Stores have Open Box 27" Apple Studio Display (Standard Glass, MYJG3LL/A / MK0U3LL/A) on sale from $688.99. Select free store pickup where stock permits.

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  • Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.
Available options:Specs:
  • 27" 5120x2880 resolution 5K Retina display
  • 60Hz refresh rate
  • 600-nits brightness
  • Support for 1 billion colors
  • Wide color (P3)
  • True Tone technology
  • Panel Type: LED
  • UPC: 195949764769
  • Ports:
    • 1x Thunderbolt 3
    • 3x USB-C

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Select Best Buy Stores have Open Box 27" Apple Studio Display (Standard Glass, MYJG3LL/A / MK0U3LL/A) on sale from $688.99. Select free store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to community member rokr9 for finding this deal.
  • Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.
Available options:Specs:
  • 27" 5120x2880 resolution 5K Retina display
  • 60Hz refresh rate
  • 600-nits brightness
  • Support for 1 billion colors
  • Wide color (P3)
  • True Tone technology
  • Panel Type: LED
  • UPC: 195949764769
  • Ports:
    • 1x Thunderbolt 3
    • 3x USB-C

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Our research indicates that this deal is $184 less than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $999.99 at the time of this post.
  • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
  • Best Buy Return Policy

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The Apple Studio Display is a 27 inch 5K Retina work monitor that shines for Mac and creative use, with bright output, excellent color, strong speakers, and a clean all in one setup with built in webcam, mic, and Thunderbolt power delivery. It is praised for graphic design, videography, film editing, and content creation, where the sharp 5K panel and factory color tuning stand out. The main cautions are its 60Hz limit, no HDR, and a webcam that is widely criticized. Open box Fair units also arrive with missing cables, scratches, or cracks, so condition and remaining warranty deserve close checking.

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  • Fair Geek Squad Verified units are supposed to work like new and be restored to factory settings, but they can have larger dents or scratches and may be missing parts, accessories, or packaging. In practice, some Fair units arrived as floor/display models with normal exterior wear or a missing Thunderbolt cable, while others had cracks or other damage and were rejected.

  • It is a strong Mac and creative-work monitor with excellent color, very bright output, good speakers, webcam, mic, and Thunderbolt power delivery for a clean desk setup. It is less ideal for gaming or movie use because it tops out at 60Hz and does not support HDR.

  • The risk is mainly condition uncertainty: some units arrive fine, but others have cracked glass, missing cables, or obvious display-model wear even when listed as Excellent or Fair. Checking the serial number, asking Best Buy to explain the listing, and verifying remaining Apple warranty coverage can help before you commit.

  • Verify the remaining Apple warranty coverage, inspect for cracks or heavy wear, and confirm whether the Thunderbolt cable and other accessories are included. If possible, ask Best Buy why it is graded Fair and whether it was a former in-store display, since some units have seen years of heavy use.

  • No easy swap is available for these open-box units, so buyers who need VESA should be cautious before purchasing. If VESA mounting is required, it is safer to look for the correct version up front rather than assuming the stand can be converted later.

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Jul 15, 2026 10:23 PM
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MSHJul 15, 2026 10:23 PM
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Quote from dhester View quoted comment :
Apple has become utterly stale. 60 hz, LED in 2025? No thanks.
Bro you're still living in 2025? its 2026 now...
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Jul 16, 2026 3:09 AM
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PenguinHackerJul 16, 2026 3:09 AM
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Found a open box fair for store pick up. It's about an hr away. But for $688 + tax. I bought it. I'll go and check it out. And if it's in bad condition then I'll just return it. I've wanted one of these since they were announced. I'm so excited. Fingers crossed. I'll report back on how it went tomorrow. Thanks OP!
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Jul 16, 2026 3:11 AM
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PenguinHackerJul 16, 2026 3:11 AM
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Quote from Tweak155 View quoted comment :
There is one Fair condition near me, however I really need the VESA mount version and these are not easily swappable. Curious what kind of quality people receive if they go for it.
I'll let ya know tomorrow. Picking up a fair condition. Fingers crossed.
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Jul 16, 2026 3:13 AM
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PenguinHackerJul 16, 2026 3:13 AM
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Quote from RelaxedPencil532 View quoted comment :
2022 model? yikes!
I'm using 2 2012 27"Apple Cinema displays. Still working great. These things hold up really well.
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Jul 16, 2026 8:24 AM
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WandJul 16, 2026 8:24 AM
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You can never trust those Greed Squad certified.
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Jul 16, 2026 2:36 PM
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igoogleJul 16, 2026 2:36 PM
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Is this a PC or just a monitor?
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Jul 16, 2026 3:52 PM
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soulfreshJul 16, 2026 3:52 PM
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Quote from CraftyThunder View quoted comment :
How did it go? I wonder if there's a way to check how many hours it has been used.
there was a crack at the bottom of the screen, and it didn't come with a box. the condition was pretty bad, so i didn't accept the pickup. you may want to call best buy first to see if they can explain why it's listed in fair condition.

unfortunately, i don't think there's a way to check how many hours it's been used.
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Jul 16, 2026 6:34 PM
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PenguinHackerJul 16, 2026 6:34 PM
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Quote from PenguinHacker View quoted comment :
Found a open box fair for store pick up. It's about an hr away. But for $688 + tax. I bought it. I'll go and check it out. And if it's in bad condition then I'll just return it. I've wanted one of these since they were announced. I'm so excited. Fingers crossed. I'll report back on how it went tomorrow. Thanks OP!
DO NOT BUY the one in stock "fair bs" condition in Canton GA. The corner had a huge crack in it. SMDH cannot believe they were even try to sell that. Really pissed off at Best Buy. Ugh Cancelled the ordered.
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Jul 16, 2026 7:21 PM
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GenerallienJul 16, 2026 7:21 PM
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Quote from soulfresh View quoted comment :
there was a crack at the bottom of the screen, and it didn't come with a box. the condition was pretty bad, so i didn't accept the pickup. you may want to call best buy first to see if they can explain why it's listed in fair condition.

unfortunately, i don't think there's a way to check how many hours it's been used.
yes. my pick-up item is exactly like yours . and I give up too .
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Jul 17, 2026 5:26 PM
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Hussar86Jul 17, 2026 5:26 PM
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Isn't this an old model and floor model as well?
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Jul 17, 2026 5:45 PM
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rolan2qJul 17, 2026 5:45 PM
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Good to check Apple warranty coverage left.
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Jul 17, 2026 5:49 PM
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JollyMeerkat9102Jul 17, 2026 5:49 PM
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No luck
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Jul 17, 2026 7:23 PM
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GreyMoney691Jul 17, 2026 7:23 PM
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Quote from AmusedMoon6137 View quoted comment :
Much better monitor for the same price
https://slickdeals.net/f/19756974
Tell me you're not a mac person.
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Jul 17, 2026 7:26 PM
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GreyMoney691Jul 17, 2026 7:26 PM
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Quote from Frank_Nitty View quoted comment :
Overpriced for what you get just to pay the "Apple tax."
If you use a Mac you understand the value of this monitor. It has nothing to do with what a typical PC gamer cares about related to specs. This monitor is meant for a creative professional.
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Jul 17, 2026 8:27 PM
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gimpJul 17, 2026 8:27 PM
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Just a heads up, but if you want a display very close to this, you can buy a used 2015-2020 5k retina iMac for $200-400 on eBay or fb marketplace, and either use software like TargetBridge or buy a new driver board for $220 and convert it. I went the TargetBridge route. It's more work and I don't regret it. There's minor mouse lag but the display is gorgeous.

For the folks that don't get why it's a big jump going from a 4k to 5k monitor, it's because 2560 is the best resolution for 27" monitors. At 5K, MacOS just doubles the detail, so everything is the perfect size for usability and it's ultra crisp.

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