Hello
I have ordered a MacBook Pro 16-inch Space Grey Apple M1 Max.
Can I run two 4K monitors?
I currently have a Benq PD2700U and plan on ordering a LG 32UN880 32".
Will I need an adapter/port/hub. Any suggestions?
Thank you.
MacBook Pro (2020 and later)
Yes. The 2021 MacBook Pro's can run up to 4 external displays depending on what CPU model you chose for it.
See here:
You may need a an adapter depending on the ports on your monitors. The M1 16" MBP only has 1 HDMI port. So if your other monitor also uses HDMI, you will need a USB-C / Thunderbolt 4 to HDMI adapter. If both monitors use USB-C or Thunderbolt 3/4 you can use a straight Thunderbolt cable to connect them.
https://www.amazon.com/thunderbolt-3-hdmi/s?k=thunderbolt+3+to+hdmi
https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MQ4H2AM/A/thunderbolt-3-usb%E2%80%91c-cable-08-m
Yes. The 2021 MacBook Pro's can run up to 4 external displays depending on what CPU model you chose for it.
See here:
You may need a an adapter depending on the ports on your monitors. The M1 16" MBP only has 1 HDMI port. So if your other monitor also uses HDMI, you will need a USB-C / Thunderbolt 4 to HDMI adapter. If both monitors use USB-C or Thunderbolt 3/4 you can use a straight Thunderbolt cable to connect them.
https://www.amazon.com/thunderbolt-3-hdmi/s?k=thunderbolt+3+to+hdmi
https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MQ4H2AM/A/thunderbolt-3-usb%E2%80%91c-cable-08-m
That is helpful, thank you.
I have read reports of compatibility problems, however.
I am thinking about getting one of these: Anker 577 Thunderbolt Docking Station.
And take a USB-C from the MacBook to the Anker and then from there using USB-C for the LG Monitor and DisplayPort for the Benq.
Will that work?
Thank you.
You will need a Display Port adapter, since that particular docking station does not actually have a Display Port, port. Only 1 HDMI port and USB-C ports.
But yes, with the appropriate adapters it should work.
MacBook Pro 2021 16" with dual 4k
