The best USB-C and Thunderbolt monitors for Mac [April]

Best USB-C/Thunderbolt Monitors for Mac: 32-inch and Larger

LG 32UL950-W

This is from LG UltraFine 32-inch display includes two Thunderbolt 3 ports and two USB-A ports, ultra-thin bezels, supports portrait use and other features.

In his full review, my colleague Jeff Benjamin found that he liked the design better than LG's other UltraFine models that share many of the same features.

Glasses:

• 31.5-inch Ultra HD 4K display (3840 x 2160)
• 60Hz refresh rate
• Nano IPS and DCI-P3 98%
• 600 nits HDR Peak Brightness, 450 nits Standard
• VESA Display HDR™ 600
• Dual Thunderbolt 3 Ports (Input x 1 (PD 60W) / Output x 1)
• 4K Daisy Chain with Thunderbolt™ 3
• 2 USB-A
• Display Port 1.4
• HDMI 2.0
• 3.5mm Headphone Output
• MSRP: $1,300

LG 34BK95U-W

Move up a few inches, LG's 34-inch widescreen Thunderbolt 3/USB-C monitor offers 5120 x 2160 resolution (between 4K and 5K). Jeff reviewed this display and found it to be a compelling option for creative professionals.

But if you're a creative professional who knows what you're getting into, this monitor is a serious real estate upgrade to 4K. Just make sure you understand that this is indeed a 4.5K display, and it doesn't have any resolution advantages over a true 5K display like the one in the 5K iMac or iMac Pro.

Glasses:

• Nano IPS (in-plane switching) panel
• Thunderbolt 3 interface
• Power output: 85W
• 5120 x 2160 Resolution
• 21:9 Aspect Ratio
• 60Hz Refresh Rate
• Brightness: 450 (type), 360 (min) cd/m2
• Support VESA HDR 600
• DCI-P3 98%
• 2 HDMI
• 1 display port
• 2 USB 3.0
• 3.5mm Headphone Input
• Speakers: 5W x 2
• Ultra-thin bezel design on all four sides
• MSRP: $1,649, but regular prices Lower

BenQ PD3220U

This is a decent alternative to the LG option above. The 32-inch BenQ PD3220U features Thunderbolt 3, 4K resolution, 95% DCI-P3 color, 85W MacBook power output, multiple pro modes, hotkeys, a solid metal stand, and tons of I/O.

Glasses:

• 3840 x 2160 Resolution
• 16:9 Aspect Ratio
• 60Hz Refresh Rate
• Brightness: 250 Typical, 300 nits HDR Peak
• 95% DCI-P3
• HDR10
• 1 x Thunderbolt 3 – 85W Power Supply
• 1 x Thunderbolt 3 – 15W power supply
• 2 HDMI 2.0
• 1 DisplayPort 1.4
• 3 USB 3.1
• 1 USB C
• 1 USB B
• Headphone jack
• Ultra-thin bezel
• MSRP: $1,199, but often priced lower

BenQ has more Two affordable 4K models are the $800 PD3205U and the $600 PD2705U.

Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor U3223QE – New for February

Dell’s latest release is a 32-inch version of its USB-C hub monitor. Highlights include 98% DCI-P3 color, 90W of MacBook charging via USB-C, and a convenient integrated hub with USB-C, USB-A, Ethernet, DP 1.4, and HDMI.

Glasses:

• 31.5-inch display with IPS Black technology
• 4K 3840 x 2160 resolution
• 60Hz refresh rate
• 16:9 Aspect Ratio
• 8ms response time
• Anti-glare finish with 3H hard coat
• Brightness: 400 Nights
• USB 3.2 Gen 2 Hub
  • HDMI (HDCP 2.2)
  • DisplayPort 1.4
  • DisplayPort Output
  • USB-C Upstream/DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode with Power Delivery (Power up to 90W, HDCP 2.2)
  • USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Upstream
  • USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Downstream (Power up to 15W)
  • 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Downstream
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 Downstream with Battery Charging 1.2
  • Audio Line Out (Mini Jack)
  • LAN (RJ-45 Ethernet)
• MSRP: $1,150

The UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor can be ordered directly from Dell for $1,150, with expected delivery in early April.

LG UltraFine OLED Pro

After going on sale for the $3,999 32-inch model in August, BH Photo listed the 27-inch model for $2,999 just before Christmas.

The new LG UltraFine OLED Pro Monitor is a 32-inch USB-C monitor, with a 27-inch version coming later.

The move to OLED is interesting. While there are some benefits, such as darker blacks and the like, there may be concerns about display burn-in.

BH Photo is the first retailer to sell the UltraFine OLED Pro starting August 12 for $3,999.

Glasses:

• 27 and 31.5-inch OLED screen options (27-inch coming this fall, 32-inch available now)
• 3840 x 2160 4K resolution Rate
• 60Hz refresh rate
• USB-C with 90W pass-through power
• Up to 500 nits of brightness
• Dolby HDR 400 True Black
• 1 ms response time
• 10-bit color depth
• 2 display ports
• 3 USB
• 1 HDMI
• DCI P3 at 99%
• Adobe RGB 99%

Apple Studio Display and LG UltraFine Display

Studio Showcase – New for March

Apple's Studio Display appears alongside the new Mac Studio, marking its return to professional monitors after having LG's UltraFine series as its official recommendation since 2016.

The Studio Display starts at $300 more than the LG UltraFine 5K and is aimed at those who value Apple's refined (and metallic) build quality.

Glasses:

• 27-inch panel
• 5K 5120 x 2880 resolution
• 16:9 aspect ratio
• 218 PPI
• 60Hz refresh rate
• 600 night brightness
• P3 wide color gamut support
• Original sound support
• 1 with Thunderbolt 3 ports and 3 USB-C ports with 96W power output
• Built-in 12 MP ultra-wide-angle camera with center stage
  • Software update promises to fix camera quality
• 6-speaker system with spatial audio support
• Studio-quality 3-microphone array
• Aluminum construction
• Supports in addition to HDR Most reference models as Pro Display XDR
• Price: $1599-$2299 (depending on stand and screen finish)

LG UltraFine 24 and 27 inch monitor

While the 27-inch UltraFine Monitor (reviewed)is indeed the only option on the market that supports USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 full 5K resolution , but the $1,300 price tag may be too much for some to swallow.

Another trade-off here is the thicker bezels for the built-in webcam. Current models are the 5K 27-inch and 4K 24-inch UltraFine monitors.

The Best USB-C/Thunderbolt Monitors for Mac on a Budget

While there are some solid-state monitors on the market, including USB-C resolutions below 4K, they cost hundreds of dollars Buying a new monitor with lower picture quality than your MacBook won't work for many.

Here are some of the best USB-C monitors that offer 4K resolution for around $600 or less.

Samsung 32-inch Smart Monitor M8 – New in April

As the successor to last year’s M7, the Smart Monitor M8 is for those who want 4K resolution, USB -C and a big screen while costing less than $1,000 a compelling package. It even has a very iMac-like design and four color options.

Glasses:

• USB-C up to 65W charging
• 4K 3840 x 2160 resolution
• 32-inch panel
• 16:9 aspect ratio
• 60Hz refresh rate
• HDR10 support
• Includes magnetic SlimFit webcam with face tracking
• 400 night brightness
• 99% sRGB
• 4ms response time
• Built-in 2.2-channel speaker
• Available in white, blue, green and pink
• Ultra-thin bezel and overall ultra-thin design
• Doubles as a Smart TV with built-in Apple TV and AirPlay 2
• Price: MSRP $699-$729

Samsung 32-inch and 43-inch Smart Display M7

You’ll get some great features at a budget price like 4K resolution, USB-C, AirPlay 2, and more . However, it sounds like image quality isn't its strong suit.

You also don’t get things like a 3.5mm audio jack, DisplayPort, and the brightness is only 300 nits.

• 1 USB-C with 65W PD
• 2 HDMI
• 3 USB 2.0
• 16:9 Aspect Ratio
• 60Hz refresh rate
• 300 night brightness
• 3840 x 2160 resolution
• sRGB 99%
• HDR10
• Anti-glare Finish
• Smart TV features including AirPlay 2
• MSRP $400 for 32-inch, $600 for 43-inch

LG 32-inch 32UP550-W

This new budget version from LG is more attractive than the old 27-inch 4K 27UK850 force. The 32UP550-W comes with a 32-inch screen, 4K resolution, USB-C, 96W power delivery, and more.

Glasses:

• 1 x USB-C 96W Power Supply
• 2 x HDMI
• 1 x DisplayPort
• 2 USB 3.0
• 1 Headphone jack
• 16:9 aspect ratio
• 60Hz refresh rate
• Brightness up to 350 nits
• 3840 x 2160 Resolution
• 90% DCI-P3
• HDR10
• Anti-glare finish
• MSRP $450

LG 27UK850

##This 4K USB-C monitor was the first one we had a few years ago The successor to LG's older 27UD88 model reviewed. The 27UK850 27-inch model features an LED-backlit IPS panel and supports HDR10, AMD Freesync and single-cable USB-C connectivity.

27UK850 offers two USB 3.1 ports, but like the previous model, you're limited to USB 2.0 speeds when running 4K at 60Hz. The 15-inch MacBook Pro would be happy to have 87W of power charging at full speed, but that shouldn't be a problem for most users.

1 USB-C v. 3.1 with 60W PD
• 2 HDMI
• 1 DisplayPort
• 2 USB v . 3.1 gen1
• 3.5 mm audio port
• 16:9 aspect ratio
• 60Hz refresh rate
• 3840 x 2160 resolution
• sRGB 99%
• AMD Free Sync
• Anti-glare finish
• Typically around $500-$600

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