Adapter cable for M4 Mac Mini to Thunderbolt Display 27"

I am thinking about buying a new Mac Mini M4. I have an old Thunderbolt 27" display that I am using with a MacBook Pro 13" (Mid 2012). Can I still use my Thunderbolt 27" display with the new Mac Mini? What adapter cable would I need?

Mac mini, macOS 15.1

Posted on Nov 5, 2024 06:58 AM

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Phil0124

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Nov 5, 2024 07:06 AM in response to Paul Stauffer

If its an actual Thunderbolt Display, then yes.

If its an Apple LED Cinema Display with Mini-DisplayPort support, then no.

For an actual Thunderbolt Display, you will need a Thunderbolt 3(USB C) to Thunderbolt adapter.

click here ➜ Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter - Apple

Do note, the display will limit the output resolution of the M4 Mac mini, so you won't get 4K or other high resolutions.

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Adapter cable for M4 Mac Mini to Thunderbolt Display 27"

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