I just landed a an Early 2015 rMB, 8G/256GB/1.1GHz that was an Apple display model at Best Buy for $729. For my consulting work I'd like to use an external monitor when I'm running apps in my Windows 10 Bootcamp partition. I'm fine with a monitor connected via HDMI and the resolution limitations. Does anyone here have a recommendation for a lower price monitor for my needs?
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Monitor Recommendation
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I pulled the trigger on an acer H257 2560x1440, HDMI, payed 395€
Very satisfied.
Check the following links:
http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-27-inch-monitor/
http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-24-inch-monitor/
I've bought several items based on Wirecutter's recommendations and I've yet to be disappointed.
http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-27-inch-monitor/
http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-24-inch-monitor/
I've bought several items based on Wirecutter's recommendations and I've yet to be disappointed.
- Curious that they completely gloss over the 25" size.
I would also recommend either the U2715H or the U2515H, the latter being significantly cheaper and featuring a higher PPI.
Using an AOC 27" Q2778VQE @ 2560x1440 with my new 2016 rMB. Working like a charm so far and resolution is more than acceptable to me. Nice inexpensive ($350 Cdn but cheaper in the U.S.) upgrade from my old 27" Samsung that ran at 1920x1080. It's a TN technology screen but so far has proven to be surprisingly high quality and most of the online reviews are pretty positive for this monitor especially in the "bang for the buck" category. Running via HDMI through Apple multi-port adaptor and also the HooToo multi-port adaptor. Both adaptors working fine. Cheers!
P.S. Colour calibration is surprisingly good right out of the box but brightness is a little high and has to be turned down at least in my case. On screen colours are a pretty close match to the rMB screen with no calibration. Excellent anti glare as well.
P.S. Colour calibration is surprisingly good right out of the box but brightness is a little high and has to be turned down at least in my case. On screen colours are a pretty close match to the rMB screen with no calibration. Excellent anti glare as well.
Hi, just one question and forgive me if this is clear as crystal, but I read some conflicted info on the internet.
Can I hook up the MB 12" to a Apple TB display? I hear some people saying there is no way and some people saying there are workarounds. I appreciate if anybody can clarify.
Can I hook up the MB 12" to a Apple TB display? I hear some people saying there is no way and some people saying there are workarounds. I appreciate if anybody can clarify.
Any search for a good IPS display should begin by browsing this page:
Comprehensive List of S-IPS/H-IPS/e-IPS and other IPS Based LCD Monitors
Comprehensive List of S-IPS/H-IPS/e-IPS and other IPS Based LCD Monitors
Another thumbs up for the Dell U2515H, i have it hooked up via DP (2560x1440) to my late 2012 Mac Mini running. I have just hooked up my Iiyama Prolite X2377HDS via HDMI (1920x1080) and the difference is very noticeable. If i could afford it, i would buy another Dell with no hesitation.
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Probably would have been better to open a new thread rather than resurrect one from two years ago.
Best is pretty subjective. Especially with no idea what you want to do with it, what size you want, etc etc etc.
Sort of like asking "what's the best tire under $200"...
I'd suggest starting here to understand what some of your choices are:
https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/monitor-buying-guide,5699.html
In my experience the Dell Ultrasharp and Professional series monitors have always been pretty good values for the money.