thunderbolt 3 display screens for sale

In this guide, you’ll find the best Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 monitors currently available, as well as everything you need to know about them in order to ensure you’re getting the model that’s most suited for you!

We’ll also mention some other popular Thunderbolt 3 monitors and clarity why our picks are better. You’ll also find cheaper alternatives that use USB-C with DP Alt Mode and Power Delivery in case you don’t need some Thunderbolt 3 features.

Based on a VA panel, the Samsung C34J791 boasts a high 3,000:1 static contrast ratio, which provides you with excellent detail visibility in dark scenes with deep blacks.

The 3440×1440 screen resolution is not very demanding to drive (at least in comparison to 4K UHD) and on a 34″ sized screen, you get a decent pixel density of 110 PPI (pixels per inch), resulting in crisp text and plenty of screen space.

With a peak brightness of 300-nits, the Samsung CJ791 is certainly not the brightest display, but it can get more than bright enough under normal lighting conditions.

The Samsung C34J791 has a maximum refresh rate of 100Hz for a smooth gaming experience. Even scrolling or moving your cursor and windows around the desktop will feel more fluid.

Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI 2.0, Thunderbolt 3 input (with 85W PD), Thunderbolt 3 output (with 15W PD), a headphone jack, dual integrated speakers and two downstream USB 2.0 ports.

So, if you have a Thunderbolt 3 laptop, you can connect it to the Thunderbolt 3 input port of the monitor, which will charge it with 85W. If you have another display, you can simply connect it to the Thunderbolt 3 output of the CJ791 monitor.

If you don’t need the full Thunderbolt 3 bandwidth or features, you can save some money by going with the Philips 346E2CUAE. It offers similar image quality, performance and features, but it doesn’t have a Thunderbolt 3/USB-C output port for daisy chain and it has a lower 65W charging capacity.

Want a 32″ 4K monitor with Thunderbolt 3 that’s great for office-related work, everyday use, content consumption and basic content creation? The Samsung TU872 is for you!

Just like the Samsung CJ791, the F32TU87 uses a VA panel with a high 2,500:1 contrast ratio for deep blacks. The peak brightness is a bit lower at 250-nits, which is fine under normal lighting conditions, but if you’re in a particularly bright room without curtains/blinders, it might be too dim for you.

The 4K UHD resolution looks incredibly sharp even on 32″ sized screens with 140 PPI. Some users might prefer 125% scaling, some will opt for the native image (no scaling); either way, you get crystal-clear details and text with a lot of screen real estate.

The Samsung F32TU872 also supports HDR10, but due to its limited brightness and lack of local dimming, don’t expect a noteworthy HDR viewing experience.

The stand of the monitor is robust and versatile with up to 135mm height adjustment, 90° pivot, +/- 45° swivel, -7°/13° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.

Connectivity options are abundant and include Thunderbolt 3 input (92W) and output (15W PD, daisy chain support), DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI 2.0, two downstream USB 3.0 ports, a headphone jack and an Ethernet port.

If you don’t need the full Thunderbolt 3 bandwidth and features, you can find a similar 32″ 4K VA monitor, the Samsung M7, with a USB-C port (65W PD) and integrated smart features for basically half the price.

It boasts an impressive color gamut with 99.1% DCI-P3, 99.5% Adobe RGB, 100% sRGB/Rec.709 and 83.7% Rec.2020 color space coverage. You also get dedicated color modes for each color space and professional-grade Delta E < 1 calibration out of the box!

The 4K UHD resolution looks even sharper on 27″ monitors with a high pixel density of 163 PPI. You will have to apply some scaling in order to make tiny text readable, resulting in a bit less screen real estate, but even crispier details.

The monitor also has VESA’s entry-level DisplayHDR 400 certification, but due to the limited contrast ratio and lack of local dimming, you’re not getting the true HDR viewing experience.

The stand of the monitor is sturdy and offers a good range of ergonomics, including up to 135mm height adjustment, -5°/35° tilt, +/- 45° swivel, +/- 90° pivot and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.

Connectivity options include Thunderbolt 4 input (96W PD), Thunderbolt 4 output (27W PD, daisy chain), DisplayPort 1.2, two HDMI 2.0 ports, an additional USB-C port with 27W PD, one upstream and three downstream USB 3.0 ports, an Ethernet port, a headphone jack and dual 3W integrated speakers.

The Lenovo P27u-20 truly offers amazing value for the money, it’s actually better than some more expensive Thunderbolt 3 models with fewer features and not as good color gamut, such as the

You might also be interested in Apple’s Studio Display or LG’s 27″ 5K and 24″ 4K UltraFine models if you want even higher pixel density, but you’ll again be looking at spending almost $1,000 more than you would on the P27u-20, which we find excessive.

If you don’t need full Thunderbolt 3 features or a wide Adobe RGB color gamut, check out the Samsung S27A800U with USB-C 90W PD. For gaming, we recommend the Acer XV272UX 1440p 240Hz and the Acer XB283K KV 4K 144Hz models – both with USB-C 65W PD.

For most users, the 300-nit peak brightness will be more than enough and a lot of editors prefer the screen size and pixel density of 32″ 4K monitors.

It has a wide color gamut with 100% sRGB, 99.5% Adobe RGB and 98.2% DCI-P3 coverage with Delta E < 2 factory calibration and dedicated color modes available.

Connectivity options include Thunderbolt 3 input (45W PD), Thunderbolt 3 output (15W PD, daisy chain), two HDMI 2.0 ports, DisplayPort 1.2, one upstream and three downstream USB 3.0 ports and a headphone jack.

The Lenovo P32u-10 goes for $1,300, but you can often find it on sale for $700 – $800. Other 32″ 4K IPS Thunderbolt 3 monitors go for $1,200 – $1,300, so if you find a good deal on the P32u-10, it’s definitely the best value option.

Want a 32″ 4K monitor with higher power delivery than the Lenovo P32u-10? We recommend the BenQ PD3220U, though it doesn’t have as wide Adobe RGB color gamut coverage.

Additionally, it offers BenQ Unfiromity Technology for impressive brightness uniformity at a minimal cost of contrast ratio, but it’s only usable in the sRGB and Display P3 color modes.

Other specifications include a 300-nit peak brightness, a 1,000:1 static contrast ratio and 10-bit color depth support. It doesn’t support variable refresh rate, but the pixel response time and input lag performance are good enough for casual gaming.

The stand of the monitor is quite sturdy and offers height adjustment up to 150mm, 90° clockwise pivot, +/- 30° swivel, -5°/20° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility.

Connectivity options include Thunderbolt 3 input (85W PD), Thunderbolt 3 output (daisy chain), USB-C (data transfer only), DisplayPort 1.4, two HDMI 2.0 ports, a headphone jack, dual 2W speakers and a USB 3.0 hub (1 upstream + 3 downstream).

Looking for a better Thunderbolt 3 ultrawide monitor than the CJ791? The LG 38WN95C provides you with more accurate and rich colors, as well as a higher refresh rate and faster response time for gaming!

Based on LG’s Nano IPS panel, the LG 38WN95C has a wide 98% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, but its Adobe RGB coverage falls short at ~85%. Still, you get vibrant colors, great factory calibration and an sRGB emulation mode.

The 38″ screen has a screen resolution of 3840×1600 pixels, so you get a high pixel density of 110 PPI (pixels per inch), resulting in plenty of screen space and sharp details without any scaling necessary.

The stand of the monitor is robust and versatile with up to 100mm height adjustment, +/- 20° swivel, -3°/15° tilt and 100x100mm VESA mount compatibility, while the screen has a subtle 2300R curvature for added immersion and a light matte anti-glare coating against reflections.

Connectivity options include Thunderbolt 3 with 94W PD, DisplayPort 1.4, two HDMI 2.0 ports limited to 75Hz, a headphone jack, two downstream USB 3.0 ports and dual 5W integrated speakers. There’s no Thunderbolt output for daisy-chaining.

In comparison to the LG 38WN95C, this monitor has a slightly larger 40″ screen backed by a significantly higher 5120×2160 screen resolution, resulting in a pixel density of 140 PPI – equivalent to that of a 32″ 4K display!

The color gamut is identical with 98% DCI-P3 coverage and a provided sRGB emulation mode. However, the 40WP95C doesn’t get nearly as bright with a 300-nit peak brightness and no local dimming support for HDR; the contrast ratio is the same at 1,000:1.

Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.4, two HDMI 2.0 ports limited to 30Hz at 5120×2160, Thunderbolt 4 input with 96W PD and output for daisy-chaining, a headphone jack, dual 10W integrated speakers and two downstream USB 3.0 ports.

LG also offers a 34″ 5120×2160 Thunderbolt 3 ultrawide monitor with an even higher pixel density and DisplayHDR 600, but it doesn’t have a flicker-free backlight and some units have image retention issues. Still, you might be interested in checking out the LG 34WK95U.

Overall, for both gaming and work, we recommend the LG 38WN95C, while the Samsung C34J791 and F32TU872 are decent cheaper alternatives if you’re not sensitive to ghosting and don’t need professional-grade color accuracy.

thunderbolt 3 display screens for sale

LG Thunderbolt™ 3 monitors not only deliver a true universal port, but they provide an optimized speed and versatility with many of your favorite Mac devices – so you can be more productive, create a workstation with incredibly clear, detailed images, and charge your device even as you work. Discover how these features – and others – on our Thunderbolt 3 monitors really can help make life good.

•Brilliant Display: With our collection of 5K2K Thunderbolt 3 monitors, you can see all of your content in up to 5K clarity. All you need to do is use the Thunderbolt 3 cable, and you can transmit perfect high-resolution photos and video, then express more detailed picture and clearer text. This way, no matter what you"re watching – or working on – will look its best on your LG monitor.

•4K Daisy Chain: LG Thunderbolt 3 monitors support a 4K daisy chain setup, which means that you can use a single cable to not only connect to your display and transfer data, but charge your MacBook simultaneously. Because of this, our daisy chain LG 4K monitors make it easy to create a more productive workstation at home and at the office.

•Faster Charging: When you connect your devices to one of our Thunderbolt 3 monitors, charging is quick. After all, the port can deliver up to 85W of power through a single cable, which means you can get a full charge faster and use your device on the go when you need to. (Thunderbolt 3 or USB Type-C cable is required to connect to port.)

•Improved Lightening Speed: LG Thunderbolt 3 monitors support bandwidth speeds of up to 40Gb/s for video, audio and data – which is double the speed of Thunderbolt™ 2, and 8 times faster than USB 3. By delivering the fastest connection for display and device – and supplying power over a single cable – you can access information at lightening speeds and keep your favorite devices charged and ready for anything.

•True Compatibility. Whether you use a MacBook (or other Mac device), a PC, laptop or Windows tablet, our Thunderbolt 3 monitors are a perfect match*. All you need to do is use a Thunderbolt 3 or USB Type-C cable to connect your device to connect the ports on your LG monitor and your device. It takes just seconds, but can transform the way you work and play.

With the power to deliver up to 5K2K clarity, support a 4K daisy chain setup, quickly charge your devices, deliver video, audio and data at up to 40Gb/s and connect with Mac and Windows devices, LG Thunderbolt 3 monitors are not only designed to help you do more, but designed for true flexibility and the way you live, work and play. Explore our complete collection of Thunderbolt 3 monitors, as well as our newest laptops, mobile devices and computer accessories – and discover everything you need to do more, your way.

thunderbolt 3 display screens for sale

In 2022, there’s more variety of Thunderbolt monitors than ever. While Apple is back in the game, its displays at $1,600-$5,000+ won’t be the right fit for everyone. Luckily there are some great choices that are more affordable from LG, BenQ, and more. Below we’ll cover the best Thunderbolt monitors for Mac as well as what you get with a Thunderbolt monitor vs a USB-C monitor.

Thunderbolt (3 and 4) use the same physical connector as USB-C which offers single-cable connectivity and charging for Macs with monitors. While Thunderbolt 4 is available, it’s more of a rebrand of Thunderbolt 3 with the same 40 Gbps bandwidth. That’s why you see all the companies below – even Apple with its Studio Display and Pro Display XDR – use Thunderbolt 3.

So what’s the difference between Thunderbolt monitors and a USB-C display? The primary difference for the end-user is the ability to daisy chain up to 6 devices with Thunderbolt with up to 40 Gbps performance. That’s faster than USB-C 3.1 and 3.2 and USB4 support hasn’t arrived in monitors at this point. If that’s not a big deal, you can save a good amount of money by going for a USB-C display instead of a Thunderbolt monitor.

However, keep in mind, many times other upgrades like panel resolution and size, I/O, and more go hand-in-hand with Thunderbolt and its greater bandwidth, hence the more expensive price. If you want to check out a look at USB-C monitors, check out our round-up:

The 32-inch BenQ PD3220U features Thunderbolt, 4K resolution, 95% DCI-P3 color, 85W power delivery for MacBooks, a variety of professional modes, hotkey puck, solid metal stand, lots of I/O, and portrait orientation support.

This is LG’s UltraFine 32-inch Thunderbolt monitor that includes a solid feature set like two Thunderbolt 3 ports plus two USB-A ports, slim bezels, support for portrait orientation, and more.

The $1,300 27-inch UltraFine display (reviewed) was really the only option on the market to support USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 at a full 5K resolution until the Apple Studio Display was released.

But interestingly, with bandwidth being used up for the higher resolution, the 27-inch model doesn’t feature downstream Thunderbolt ports for peripherals/daisy-chaining, just USB-C.

At almost half the price, the 24-inch 4K UltraFine (full review) is a compelling option for an Apple-endorsed display for those okay with the smaller size. With an MSRP of $700, it offers upstream and downstream Thunderbolt ports like the BenQ and LG 32UL950-W so you can daisy chain or get the full 40 Gbps speeds without having to use a separate dock.

Apple’s Studio Display arrived alongside the new Mac Studio and marks the return to prosumer monitors after letting LG’s UltraFine series serve as its official recommendation since 2016.

Starting at $1,599 – $300 above the LG UltraFine 5K – the Studio Display Thunderbolt monitor is aimed at those who value Apple’s refined (and metal) build quality.

We won’t go into the full details on the Pro Display XDR. But the TL;DR is if you value the larger 32-inch screen, 6K resolution, metal build, variety of reference modes, and don’t mind paying $5,000+, it may be worth considering this over other Thunderbolt monitors.

If you’re willing to forgo Thunderbolt and some of the other high-end features the monitors above offer, an interesting new display is Samsung’s Smart Monitor M8

The successor to last year’s M7, the Smart Monitor M8 offers a compelling package for those that want a 4K resolution, USB-C, and a large 32-inch screen for $700. It even features an iMac-like design with four color choices.

Hopefully, now you understand the differences between USB-C and Thunderbolt monitors along with the top options on the market – particularly if you don’t want to spend several thousand dollars on Apple’s displays.