#BEST DISPLAY MONITORS FOR MACBOOK AIR UPGRADE#
#BEST DISPLAY MONITORS FOR MACBOOK AIR FULL#

USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 downstream (power up to 15W).

USB-C upstream/DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode with Power Delivery (power up to 90W, HDCP 2.2).

31.5-inch display with IPS Black technology.

Highlights include 98% DCI-P3 color, 90W charging via USB-C for MacBooks, and a convenient integrated hub with USB-C, USB-A, Ethernet, DP 1.4, and HDMI. The newest release from Dell is a 32-inch version of its USB-C Hub Monitor. Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor U3223QE вЂ“ New for February You can usually find the BenQ PD3220U at Amazon and BH Photo.Д«enQ also has two more 4K affordable models with the $800 PD3205U and $600 PD2705U.

MSRP: $1,199 but often available for less.

Brightness:В 250 typical, 300 nits HDR peak.

The 32-inch BenQ PD3220U features Thunderbolt 3, 4K resolution, 95% DCI-P3 color, 85W power delivery for MacBooks, a variety of professional modes, hotkey puck, solid metal stand, and lots of I/O. This is a nice alternative to the LG options above. The LG 34WK95U-WВ is usually in stock at Amazon and B&H Photo.

MSRP: $1,649, but often available for less.

Just make sure you understand that this is really a 4.5K display, and it doesnвЂ™t offer any resolution advantages over a true 5K display like the one found in the 5K iMac or iMac Pro.

#BEST DISPLAY MONITORS FOR MACBOOK AIR UPGRADE#

Moving up a couple of inches, LGвЂ™s 34-inch widescreen Thunderbolt 3/USB-C display offers a 5120 x 2160 resolution (in-between 4K and 5K).В Jeff reviewed this display and found it to be a compelling option for creative pros.Д«ut if youвЂ™re a creative professional who knows what youвЂ™re getting yourself into, this display is a significant real estate upgrade from 4K. Best USB-C/Thunderbolt displays for Mac: 32-inch and larger LG 32UL950-W And weвЂ™ll also look at some 27-32-inch 4K USB-C displays in the $400-$800 range.

#BEST DISPLAY MONITORS FOR MACBOOK AIR FULL#

Related: Best monitor arms to bring flexibility to your MacвЂ™s external displayД®ven though AppleвЂ™s 6K Pro Display XDR is a fantastic product ( full review), the reality is that at $5,000+, itвЂ™s overkill for many MacBook ownersвЂ™ needs, budgets, or both.ДЇortunately, there are some solid 32-inch+ options from other companies in the $1,000 ballpark that offer a compelling experience.

The iPad ProВ and 2020 iPad Air can also be used with any of these USB-C/Thunderbolt displays but with limitations.

Samsung 32-inch Smart Monitor M8 вЂ“ New for AprilДЄll the displays below work with a single-cable setup with your MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and even PCs.

BestВ USB-C/Thunderbolt displays for Macs on a budget.

Apple Studio Display and LG UltraFine displays.

Best USB-C/Thunderbolt displays for Mac: 32-inch and larger.

Best display monitors for macbook air