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External Monitor Flickering via Thunderbolt.

Hello,


I recently bought a M4 Pro MacBook Pro. When I connect it to an external display (Dell S2721QS) via Type-C to DP, the external monitor is flickering. Someone posted exactly the same issue on YouTube for a MacBook Air 3 years ago, but that solution doesn't help. Is there anyone who knows how to fix it?


Example problem


Some additional info:

  • I have work Windows 11 PC as well for work computer and it works fine I can get 4k HDR 60hz without any issue with the same cable.
  • I was using the same system with my old MacBook Pro (2016 Touch Bar) and no problem there as well.
  • If I use 30hz setting, flickering stops.
  • It is not happening always but it mostly happens especially when I watch videos. If I take off and put back the cable or turn on/off the monitor, it may help.
  • If I close the MacBook screen and use only external display, Flickering definitely happens with 60hz.
  • HDMI looks much more stable but I guess, it doesn't work when I close the MacBook screen. I would prefer to use type-c connection since I can use the same cable with my work PC.
  • Some fixes I tried:
    1. Change the resolution
    2. Change the refresh rates (The issue happens with 60hz)
    3. Change color profile
    4. HDR on/off
    5. True Tone on/off
    6. MacBook display resolution/color/refresh rate changes.
    7. DDC/CI on/off
    8. Night shift is off

MacBook Pro 14″, macOS 15.1

Posted on Nov 20, 2024 11:16 PM

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External Monitor Flickering via Thunderbolt.

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