I recently purchased a 27″ 4K Dell Ultrasharp U2723QE display, which features a hub function with several ports. I connected it to my Mac Mini via USB-C DisplayPort-Alt-Mode and managed to snag it for a great deal at $320.50, including tax, during an open box sale on Woot!. Having previously owned a 2017 27″ 5K iMac, I’ve compared it side-by-side to my current setup, and I don’t find a significant difference in resolution. If I were shopping for a monitor today, I might lean toward one with a 120-Hz refresh rate.
Although I don’t game, I’ve heard that higher refresh rates can enhance the smoothness of moving images on the screen. The Apple Studio Display remains out of my budget, and while I have my eye on an Asus 6K 32″ display, the anticipated price tag of $1,200 plus tax is quite steep. For my home use, I don’t generate income from this Mac, and with the rapid evolution of computer displays, I’m hesitant to invest in a unit that I might outgrow in a few years. There are ongoing shifts in the desktop display market, especially with trends toward faster refresh rates and higher resolutions.
With more options for 5K and 6K displays hitting the market, particularly at 27” and 32”, it’s clear that consumers are pushing for these advancements. While I am satisfied with my Dell monitor, I did prefer the glossy 5K display of my iMac slightly. The Dell’s color in bright white areas strikes me as warmer, whether due to the matte coating or other factors I’m unsure. For now, I’m content with my current choice, though I might consider an Asus or ViewSonic 5K display in the future.
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