External monitor recommendation

[MrFusion]

Hi,

I am looking for an external monitor for use with a Mac mini (20219) and MacBook Pro (2020).
I currently have a dell ultra sharp 25" UHD which I like. But I am looking for more real estate (for programming, VMWare) and an easy way to switch between my personal and work computer.

Requirements:

• 4K
• IPS panel (that's the best available quality I think and I am using it all day long with ageing eyes.)
• 27" to 32" -> 27" seems too small for a 4K screen and 32" seems a very big step?
• usb-c (video, data, charging the MacBook Pro)
• kvm switch
• picture by picture or picture in picture is nice to have
• sub 1000 euro / 1200 USD
• 5 ms or faster refresh
• Sound included or at least an accessory (like the dell)
• Height/tilt is nice to have (that can be solved with a vesa mount).
• factory color calibration
• blue-light filter / auto-adjust to ambient light
• ...whatever reduces eye strain

Problem I am having is finding a Mac compatible screen that just works out of the box.
A 32" inch screen with usb-c is rare it seems and most of those that do exist have user reviews complaining about Mac compatibility issues.
I also didn't came across any monitor's with dual usb-c input. So the mini will have to use HDMI and usb3?
I am also not sure if I should get a 27" and use the 25" as a second display or get rid of it to help pay for a 32".

I look forward to your recommendations.

Edited to add 4K.

 

[BGBUXA]

I have always been pleased with Dell and their monitors. At work all of our engineers have the 49" Curved Widescreen. Dell has a curved 4K 32" on sale right now. https://www.dell.com/en-us/member/s...1qs/apd/210-axkm/monitors-monitor-accessories

 

[MrFusion]

I have always been pleased with Dell and their monitors. At work all of our engineers have the 49" Curved Widescreen. Dell has a curved 4K 32" on sale right now. https://www.dell.com/en-us/member/s...1qs/apd/210-axkm/monitors-monitor-accessories

Thanks for the reply. I am not sure about the benefits of a curved monitor for programming though. Also it's a VA panel and usb-3.0 instead of usb-c. Is that the same? USB naming is a big mess these days.

 

[ght56]

The Dell UltraSharp U3219Q is probably going to get as close to your requirements as anything (I don't think there are a ton of other 4K displays with KVM).

 

[alherb]

I found that a TCL 43" 4K HDR Roku TV (Walmart) works great and cost me under $200 last December. I drive that and a HP 2K monitor from my 2018 Intel I7 Mini.

 

[MrFusion]

The Dell UltraSharp U3219Q is probably going to get as close to your requirements as anything (I don't think there are a ton of other 4K displays with KVM).

Thanks. This one does fit most requirements. Unfortunately it is not available for sale at the moment. maybe a new model is coming.

 

[MrFusion]

I found that a TCL 43" 4K HDR Roku TV (Walmart) works great and cost me under $200 last December. I drive that and a HP 2K monitor from my 2018 Intel I7 Mini.

Sorry 43” is just too big I think.

 

[njvm]

@MrFusion - not sure where you are located but the Dell U3219Q monitor is available in Canada for CAD $1,550 and is in stock for delivery.

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[MrFusion]

@MrFusion - not sure where you are located but the Dell U3219Q monitor is available in Canada for CAD $1,550 and is in stock for delivery.

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Shop Dell's computer accessories like keyboards, mice, webcams & batteries, all tailored for your home or business needs. Enjoy great deals and free shipping!

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Not here on the local dell website. 90 days lead time said the sales rep.

 

[shapesinaframe]

LG have always been good for me. One thing you might have to do, regardless of brand, is configure custom resolutions to get hiDPI working.

Took me ages to get mine working properly.

 

[Fishrrman]

A list that might be of some use:
IPS Monitor List: Best AHVA, PLS & IPS LCD Displays

 

[MrFusion]

LG have always been good for me. One thing you might have to do, regardless of brand, is configure custom resolutions to get hiDPI working.

Took me ages to get mine working properly.

Oh no, if I am going to pay that much it has to be plug and play.

 

[Cave Man]

The Dell UltraSharp U3219Q is probably going to get as close to your requirements as anything (I don't think there are a ton of other 4K displays with KVM).

Does this display have HiDPI? The pixelation in Mojave and Big Sur are a nightmare.