Mac Mini with M1 chip and ultra wide screen monitor

I've used my MM with two screens but want to change to an ultra-wide curved monitor. I have the Lenovo Legion R45w-30 DQHD HDR Ultra-Wide Curved Pro Gaming Monitor in mind. I want to work with several applications open side by side on the wide monitor. Will the MM cope do you think?

Mac mini, macOS 15.1

Posted on Dec 13, 2024 03:45 AM

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den.thed

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Dec 14, 2024 08:47 AM in response to simonweldon

Yes, see "Video Support" at > Mac mini (M1, 2020) - Technical specifications - Apple Support

It looks like the Lenovo has USB-C, HDMI and DisplayPort inputs.

https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/p/accessories-and-software/monitors/gaming/67b1gac3us?

It the supplied USB-C cable is long and cheap, then you may need to replace it with a short high speed Thunderbolt/USB-C cable or a short high speed USB-C to DisplayPort cable. A short high speed HDMI cable may also work, but could limit the Wide Screen Resolutions and Refresh Rates.

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