Display · The Digital Hub · 2002
Apple Cinema HD Display (23")
The 23-inch Cinema HD Display gave Mac users a true high-definition desktop canvas before HDTVs were common.
HD-resolution Apple flat panel for pro video and design.
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Apple Cinema HD Display (23"): key facts
When was the Apple Cinema HD Display (23") released?
The Apple Cinema HD Display (23") arrived in March 2002. Apple discontinued it in 2008.
How much did the Apple Cinema HD Display (23") cost?
The Apple Cinema HD Display (23") launched at $3,499 in 2002, about $6,228 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What specs stand out?
Key specs: 23" LCD, 1920×1200 display, ADC / DVI.
Why does the Apple Cinema HD Display (23") matter?
HD-resolution Apple flat panel for pro video and design.
Full specifications
| CPU | — |
|---|---|
| Cores | — |
| Memory (RAM) | — |
| Storage | — |
| Display | 23" LCD, 1920×1200 |
| GPU | — |
| Ports | ADC / DVI |
| Weight | Varies by model |
| Dimensions | Widescreen flat-panel display |
| Operating system | Driver/firmware support |
| Released | March 2002 |
| Discontinued | 2008 |
| Launch price | $3,499 |
How the Apple Cinema HD Display (23") compares to today
Launched at $3,499 in 2002, about $6,228 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Method note: clock comparisons use frequency only; price conversions use US CPI.
Sources
Specs checked against Apple technical specifications archive, EveryMac, Mactracker, Wikimedia Commons image credits.
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Last updated: 2026-08-11