While Apple may be releasing a desktop monitor of its own in the future, we don’t know when that will be or what users it will target. To make things easier on, you here are the best current monitors to match up with your MacBook Pro laptop.
BenQ PD3200U 32-inch 4K IPS
This monitor made our list of the top MacBook Pro accessories, so it’s no wonder it steals the top spot here. At 32-inches diagonally with a 4K resolution, it’s an absolutely huge display with tons of screen real-estate. That gives you plenty of room for productivity — although working so close to a large screen may take some getting used to. But once you do get used to it, you’ll appreciate how gorgeous this display looks. Built using an IPS panel for fantastic color accuracy, this BenQ monitor has a 4ms response time so that it can handle gaming sessions as well as high-detail work.
If the price tag is a little rich or you think the resolution is overkill, there is a substantially cheaper QHD (2,560 x 1,440) version also available, with all of the same specifications and features otherwise.
LG 27UD68-W 27-inch 4K IPS
Although our testing didn’t paint this as a perfect monitor, the LG 27UD68-W is an affordable option for those looking for sheer style, with a lot of substance. The monitor also includes AMD FreeSync and on-screen controls for manually splitting the screen or adjusting color. There are preset modes offered, including a game mode and a black stabilizer. It’s a beautiful monitor with a lot of detail, a great pick if you want a more standard-sized monitor but still want excellent image features for work and entertainment. The price is also quite affordable compared to our other top picks!
Dell Ultrasharp U3818DW
If you’re looking for a larger screen that can hold more projects or provide a more immersive gaming experience, this massive 38-inch curved Dell monitor should be just what you need. And, for a monitor this size, pricing is very competitive! Ports include two HDMI, one DisplayPort, and a USB-C connection, as well as two upstream and two downstream USB ports. Unfortunately, there is no FreeSync option for this Dell model.
Acer H277HU 27-inch QHD
Just because 4K displays are more affordable today than they have ever been in the past, doesn’t mean you have to shell out for one. The Acer H277HU is a 27-inch panel that looks great with its QHD resolution of 2,560 x 1,440. Although its price tag is practically economical compared to some entries on this list, if you find it too rich for your blood or don’t need something as big as the 27-inch model, there is also a 25-inch variant which knocks a few dollars off the asking price.
