MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019) and Dell U2713HM monitor resolution issue
Is there a screen resolution fix for MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019) and Dell U2713HM monitor?
Is there a screen resolution fix for MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019) and Dell U2713HM monitor?
Maximum resolution available on the Dell U2713HM monitor
The prime, or optimal, display mode for the Dell U2713HM monitor is listed as 2560 x 1440 at 60Hz. This maximum resolution is only available using either the DisplayPort or DVI dual-link inputs.
The following list shows the available inputs on the Dell U2713HM monitor and the maximum resolution for each:
from:
punchline: Use DisplayPort
Maximum resolution available on the Dell U2713HM monitor
The prime, or optimal, display mode for the Dell U2713HM monitor is listed as 2560 x 1440 at 60Hz. This maximum resolution is only available using either the DisplayPort or DVI dual-link inputs.
The following list shows the available inputs on the Dell U2713HM monitor and the maximum resolution for each:
from:
punchline: Use DisplayPort
I ended up getting a USB-C to DisplayPort cable and problem solved! I got back my native resolution of 2560 x 1440.
Thanks Grant!
For best results, connect using DisplayPort family cabling rated for "4K".
Monoprice Select Series USB-C to Mini DisplayPort Adapter - Product # 24273 - $23.39
Monoprice Select Series USB-C to DisplayPort Adapter - Product # 13234 - $17.09
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Hey alienistas,
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Here is some more information about my current setup and what is really happening:
What I'm doing
I'm connecting a MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019) to Dell U2713HM Ultrasharp monitor using an HDMI to USB-C cable
Software: macOS Catalina
Version: 10.15.3
The Result
I see a very fuzzy Dell screen where fonts and lines look very blurry! The MacBook screen is perfect as expected.
System Preferences
When I go to system preferences > Display > Resolution > Scaled (selected) I only see these options:
1600 x 900
1080p
1080i
720p
I do not see the full native resolution of 2560 x 1440
What I've tried
I've tried holding the 'Option' key while selecting the 'Scaled' radio button which gives me a lot more resolution options but nothing close to 2560 x 1440
If anyone has solved this issue or has some suggestions please advise.
Thanks!
Hi Grant,
Thanks for the suggestions! I will try these options and see if this solves the fuzzy resolution issue.
Cheers!
Thanks Grant, I'll try the DisplayPort and update the forum with my results!
MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019) and Dell U2713HM monitor resolution issue