Ultra Wide Monitor for Macbook 12 (2016)

[Zelnaga]

Hi All,

I need an external monitor for my new macbook and planning to get the HDMI adapter. Anyone know a decent ultra wide monitor they have personally used for their macbook?

Im not fussed with 4k but want to make sure performance is smooth.

 

[boast]

I have personally used the LG 34UC97 which will run at 50Hz with HDMI.

 

[northernmunky]

I have the LG 34UM95 and I highly recommend using DisplayPort through your Thunderbolt connection if you have one as opposed to HDMI, then you get the benefit of 60Hz, and better colour representaton.

 

[iBungie]

As this thread is about the MacBook which does not have a Thunderbolt connection can I point you to CalDigit who promise the immanent release of a USB-C dock that includes a display port. More expensive than Apple adapter but there is a wider range of connection possibilities. To maximise performance of the monitor there might be other docks or adapters worth considering - anyone got suggestions?

 

[ValiumEater]

I have the LG 34UM95 and I highly recommend using DisplayPort through your Thunderbolt connection if you have one as opposed to HDMI, then you get the benefit of 60Hz, and better colour representaton.

Yup, I have this monitor linked to my 15" rMBP and it's awesome.