2015 rMBP w/ dGPU - External displays?

[stu.h]

Just bought this machine yesterday, would like a 27-28" 4k monitor to use with it. Am I right in thinking that this MacBook only supports HDMI 1.4, so a max of 30fps, so best off using TB2 (mdp) instead to get 60fps?
I quite like he look of the Dells, which one would be best?
Thanks 😀

 

[mcarling]

Just bought this machine yesterday, would like a 27-28" 4k monitor to use with it. Am I right in thinking that this MacBook only supports HDMI 1.4, so a max of 30fps, so best off using TB2 (mdp) instead to get 60fps?
I quite like he look of the Dells, which one would be best?
Thanks 😀

Yes, definitely best to use Thunderbolt / Displayport, not HDMI. I suggest the P2715Q if you want a 27" Dell monitor. I have a pair of P2415Q 24" monitors which I just bought to use with mine. So far, so good.

 

[stu.h]

Will it run @ 60hz / 4k no problem?
Also there are some P2815Qs on eBay for £250 (manufacturer refurb w/ 3yrs warranty), would that be the same panel (albeit 1" bigger)?

Cheers 😀

 

[stu.h]

Will it run @ 60hz / 4k no problem?
Also there are some P2815Qs on eBay for £250 (manufacturer refurb w/ 3yrs warranty), would that be the same panel (albeit 1" bigger)?

Cheers 😀

Actually, the P2815Q seems to be an older model with only 4k@30hz.

 

[dtpearson]

Will the new 15" (maxed out) run a pair of the P2715Q monitors at 4K 60hz?

I am looking at a 3 screen setup with the laptop as the third screen, but am happy to have the laptop closed if the two P2715Q run at 60hz and have a two screen setup.

 

[stu.h]

Someone I know has bought the Acer B326HKymjdpphz (weird model number) and is pretty happy with it.

Anyone know anything about this panel?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Acer-32-Inch-4K2K-Monitor-100M/dp/B00ODRR3T2