Monitor use with M4 Mac mini

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Monitor use with M4 Mac mini

I have been using a 2018 Mac mini with an 27in Apple Thunderbolt Display and 27in Apple Cinema Display. Both are connected with adapters and are still working fine. Just ordered a new M4 Mac mini. Will I be able to still use both of these with the new M4 Mac mini?

Also, the old Mac mini will be used as a second computer once the new Mini arrives, so will probably shift the Cinema Display to that.

Want a new monitor to add to my 2 monitor display on the M4 mini, shifting the Thunderbolt one to the second display (mostly showing email). Seriously considering the ASUS ProArt Display 27” 5K HDR Professional Monitor (PA27JCV) as my main screen--I'm now mostly retired, but still do graphics work (mostly print) so want a monitor with decent/accurate color when working in Photoshop. Any thoughts on this monitor and the potential setup? Also considering the BenQ PD2725U Thunderbolt 3 Monitor; the

Dell UltraSharp U2723QE 27" 4K UHD WLED LCD Monitor; and ViewSonic VP2768a-4K 27 Inch 4K UHD IPS Monitor.

Leaning toward the Asus as from what I've read the 5K will give me more complete screen size and better resolution.

Thoughts/suggestions welcome

Mac mini (M4)

Posted on Feb 13, 2025 09:25 AM

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Answer 1

Feb 13, 2025 01:26 PM in response to jeffreystern

jeffreystern wrote:

I have been using a 2018 Mac mini with an 27in Apple Thunderbolt Display and 27in Apple Cinema Display. Both are connected with adapters and are still working fine. Just ordered a new M4 Mac mini. Will I be able to still use both of these with the new M4 Mac mini?

Either should work with the correct adapter: TB3-to-TB2 for the Thunderbolt Display, USB-C to mDP for the LED Cinema Display. (If you accidentally swap adapters, the connectors will fit, but things won't work, as the displays won't get the right kinds of signals.)

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TheLittles

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Feb 13, 2025 07:25 PM in response to jeffreystern

"Monitor use with M4 Mac mini: I have been using a 2018 Mac mini with an 27in Apple Thunderbolt Display and 27in Apple Cinema Display. Both are connected with adapters and are still working fine.[...]"

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Just curious: So what are the adapters you are using for the 27in Apple Cinema Display? Provide a photo of the set up.

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jeffreystern Author

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Feb 13, 2025 07:50 PM in response to TheLittles

Here are two quick photos of the adapters. Black one is with the Cinema Display—not sure of the brand as bought years ago from Amazon, but believe it’s a Monoprice USB-C to mini display port adapter (P/N 24273. White is an Apple one connected to the Thunderbolt Display. Have had no issues with either since I got them

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TheLittles

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Feb 13, 2025 08:01 PM in response to jeffreystern

"Here are two quick photos of the adapters. Black one is with the Cinema Display—not sure of the brand as bought years ago from Amazon, but believe it’s a Monoprice USB-C to mini display port adapter (P/N 24273. White is an Apple one connected to the Thunderbolt Display. Have had no issues with either since I got them"

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Thanks for the tip on this.

You forgot the photos BTW

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