Good external monitor for M2 MBA for mom?

[nsbane]

My mom is in her mid-60s. I'm getting her a M2 Macbook Air and I'd like to get her a setup so she can use it as a "desktop", i.e., external keyboard, trackpad and monitor.

What would be a good external monitor for her? She's not a gamer - it's just internet and word processing. I don't want to spend $1500+ on a 5k display because she would be the first to admit that she wouldn't appreciate it.

Any other considerations for the setup? I'd like the MBA to work in clamshell mode. If a docking station would improve the setup I'd get one, but she won't be using any other peripherals.

Thanks!

Alex

 

[mystery hill]

Dell S2722QC.

 

[tstafford]

LG 27UP850-W​

 

[TightLines]

ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV

ProArt Display PA278CV｜Monitors｜ASUS USA

The goal of the ASUS ProArt display series is to offer the most advanced technologies to power the imaginations of creators everywhere. With features such as mini-LED backlights, OLED displays, and ASUS Smart HDR technology, ProArt monitors are the solution for creating masterpieces.

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[tstafford]

One thing to consider - for the way you want to use the MBA make sure the monitor delivers charging power. Eliminates the need for a separate charger (and if you are using the M1 MBA) frees up a port.

 

[curnalpanic]

What about an iMac instead?

 

[Fishrrman]

How's your mom's eyesight doing?

As I got older, I found that the SIZE of text became more important than the "clarity".

For me, a 27" 1080p display is working well enough.
The young folks will look at it and say, "that's too grainy!", but for my older eyes, it's fine.

Or, consider a 27" 4k display, running at "looks like 1080p".
The text will be both larger AND sharper.

I feel confident in predicting that your mom will be VERY pleased with such a display...

 

[theorist9]

I'd get her a 27" 4k with an IPS panel, and run it with "Default for Display" resolution (which is actually "looks like 1920 x 1080" = "looks like 1080p"):

They can be had for about $500 (if it's a lot less than that at retail, it's probably not IPS). Of the three models that have been recommended thus far, the LG 27UP850W and Dell S2722QC both qualify; the ProArt PA278CV does not (IPS, but not 4k). Between the Dell and LG I have no idea which is the better one, though I've read reports about QC issues with LG monitors.

 

[QuietGamer]

This is the same monitor Apl sales in their stores. I have been using one since 2019 with a Mac Mini. When used with a laptop it will provide power to the Laptop and also has a usb C “hub” built in. It could be used to attach a back up drive for example. Apl contols for the monitor (sound, brightness controls) work natively with Apl software and drivers.

LG Ultrafine 24MD4KL-B 4K UHD IPS Display Monitor (Renewed)

REC Functional Condition F6 = Like New (Appendix C – Test and Repair) All functions tested and verified working through software tests Repaired with OEM original parts Loaded and configured with original manufacturer’s legally licensed software for full operation Meets OEM specifications...

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