March 2022. I need help figuring out what external display monitor to buy that will work with my early 2016 MacBook. Also, what cables do I need. I have an adapter with an HDMI port. I mostly just do document drafting/editing. No video editing or gaming. (Prefer adjustable arm and 24-27” size.) Thanks!
MacBook, macOS 12.2
Your 2016 MacBook likely has the following graphics spec: Graphics and Video Support
You can run 1080p at 60Hz, for smaller monitors, responses are noticeably faster, and you can't really see much, if any difference in resolution until you get into bigger monitors.
The 12-in. MacBook (early 2016) Retina, will cue the display to see if it can be used by your Mac.
Hardware supports most displays with their correct adapters, which fit the specifications here:
• MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2016) - Technical Specifications
//support.apple.com/kb/SP741?locale=en_US
Additional ideas may be found in Apple support site pages, everymac.com; among others.
Thanks, ku4hx. The article is about displays for Pros. Mine is just a regular 2016 MacBook. I don't know if that matters?
Help choosing monitor for early 2016 MacBook (3/2022)
