There are some great monitors you can get to go along with your Mac mini. You have to consider a few things, starting with the connections available. The Mac mini has Thunderbolt ports that allow for data transfer and video signals with a single cable. A monitor with Thunderbolt support can make full use of this. Many support DisplayPort Alt Mode over USB-C instead, which has slower transfer speeds than Thunderbolt. Some monitors also have video outputs for daisy chaining additional displays or extra USB ports for other devices. Plus, HDMI 2.1 monitors take advantage of the HDMI ports on the Mac mini.
There are other factors you should consider when looking for a new monitor, depending on your usage. For example, having good color accuracy is important for content creation. Also, it's good to get something with deep blacks and bright highlights if you work with HDR content.
We check every monitor's macOS compatibility by testing with a 2023 MacBook Pro (M2 Pro) and a 2024 MacBook Pro (M4 Max). The results are also valid for any Mac mini, regardless of which chip it uses.
We've bought and tested over 385 monitors, and below are our recommendations for the best monitors for Mac mini. Check out our recommendations for the best monitors for MacBook Pro and MacBook Air, the best monitors for Mac Studio, and the best monitors for photo editing.
We buy and test more than 30 monitors each year, all of which we purchase ourselves, without cherry-picked units or samples. We put a lot into each unbiased, straight-to-the-point review, and there's a whole process from purchasing to publishing, involving multiple teams and people. We do more than just use the monitor for a week; we use specialized, custom tools to measure various aspects and deliver objective, data-driven results. We also consider multiple factors before making any recommendations, including the monitor's cost, its performance compared to the competition, and whether it's easy to find.
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Best Monitor For Mac Mini
OfficeEditingColor AccuracyHDR PictureSDR PictureSDR BrightnessSize32"Panel TypeLCDSub-TypeIPSMax Refresh Rate60 HzNative Resolution6016 x 3384See all our test resultsThunderboltThe best monitor for Mac mini is the ASUS ProArt Display 6K PA32QCV. It's a high-end 6k monitor with a large screen and a ton of productivity features. The high pixel density helps result in sharp text clarity. It's important to keep in mind that you need to use a scaled resolution with macOS as text looks too small with its default 6k resolution. It also has an aggressive matte coating that makes text and images look hazy, but the advantage of this coating is that it reduces glare really well. It absorbs most light facing the screen and has minimal reflections. Combined with the monitor's high brightness, visibility isn't an issue in well-lit spaces.
It comes with a ton of productivity features, making it easy to connect your Mac mini. It has Thunderbolt 4 support, allowing for fast data transfer, and it has four total USB-C ports and two more USB-As. It also has a KVM switch that makes it easy to switch between different computers and use the same devices on both, like if you have a MacBook connected alongside your Mac mini. Plus, it includes a very ergonomic stand that's easy to adjust.
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Best Upper Mid-Range Monitor For Mac Mini
OfficeEditingColor AccuracyHDR PictureSDR PictureSDR BrightnessSize27"Panel TypeLCDSub-TypeIPSMax Refresh Rate120 HzNative Resolution3840 x 2160See all our test resultsThunderboltYou can also check out the Dell U2725QE if the ASUS ProArt Display 6K PA32QCV is too expensive for you. It has some drawbacks compared to the ASUS monitor, though. It has a lower 4k resolution, but considering it still has high pixel density, text looks sharp regardless. A downside is that it has worse reflection handling than the ASUS, as its matte coating doesn't absorb light as well. Even though it also gets bright, it's a worse choice to use in well-lit rooms than the ASUS.
That said, the main advantage of getting this over the ASUS model is its bigger USB hub. It includes a KVM switch, five USB-A ports, and five USB-C ports, so you can connect all kinds of devices directly to the monitor. One of the USB-C ports supports Thunderbolt 4, making full use of the ports on the M4 Mac mini. It also supports daisy chaining with up to two extra monitors connected directly to this one, which helps if you want the additional screen real estate. You can also check out the similar Dell U3225QE if you want a bigger screen, but it costs more.
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Best Mid-Range Monitor For Mac Mini
OfficeEditingColor AccuracyHDR PictureSDR PictureSDR BrightnessSize27"Panel TypeLCDSub-TypeIPSMax Refresh Rate60 HzNative Resolution3840 x 2160See all our test resultsThunderboltIf the Dell U2725QE is still too expensive for your needs, the ASUS Pro Art Display PA279CRV. It's similar to the Dell U2725QE with the same 27-inch screen size and 4k resolution. This means text looks sharp. However, the downside of getting this versus the Dell is that it has fewer features. It has a smaller USB hub and doesn't support Thunderbolt 4 like the Dell. It still has three USB-A ports and two USB-C ports, so you can connect your devices directly to the monitor instead of to your Mac mini.
Besides that, the ASUS is a great choice for editing SDR content, and it has picture modes for various color spaces such as DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB. It's also very accurate in its sRGB mode. Plus, it's bright enough to work well in a well-lit room, but reflections are distracting if you place it opposite a sunny window. Another downside is that fast-moving objects look blurry, so it's not good for editing fast-moving video content. You can check out the Acer Nitro XV275K P5biipruzx if that's important to you, but it has a smaller USB hub than the ASUS.
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Best Lower Mid-Range Monitor For Mac Mini
OfficeEditingColor AccuracyHDR PictureSDR PictureSDR BrightnessSize27"Panel TypeLCDSub-TypeIPSMax Refresh Rate120 HzNative Resolution3840 x 2160See all our test resultsThunderboltIf you want to save some money, the Dell S2725QC offers solid value as a lower mid-range pick. It's very similar to the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV as it's another 4k, 27-inch option, but there are some differences in features. For example, the Dell doesn't have as many picture modes for working with various color spaces. On the plus side, its sRGB mode is accurate enough before calibration to do some casual content creation. Like the ASUS, it also gets bright enough to fight glare in well-lit rooms, but visibility is an issue in sunny environments.
The Dell actually has an advantage over the ASUS if you edit or watch fast-moving content. This is because its 120Hz refresh rate offers a smoother feel. This also helps if you work with long documents or webpages and quickly scroll through them. Like the ASUS, the Dell also comes with a small USB hub to connect your devices, including USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode. You can also consider the cheaper and similar Dell S2725QS if you want something without any USB ports, though, but that means you'll have to connect your Mac mini over HDMI.
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Best Budget Monitor For Mac Mini
OfficeEditingColor AccuracyHDR PictureSDR PictureSDR BrightnessSize27"Panel TypeLCDSub-TypeIPSMax Refresh Rate144 HzNative Resolution2560 x 1440See all our test resultsThunderboltIf you're looking for something in the budget category, there are a few good options for the Mac mini, like the Dell S2725DC. The main trade-off for getting something cheaper is that it has a lower 1440p resolution than the Dell S2725QC, which means its text clarity is worse. Another downside is that it doesn't support HDR at all, but this doesn't make a big difference, considering the S2725QC has limited picture quality in HDR regardless.
It's similar to the higher-end S2725QC, including the USB hub with two USB-C ports, one of which supports DisplayPort Alt Mode. It also has an ergonomic stand that makes it easy to adjust. It even has a high 144Hz refresh rate that's useful for editing fast-moving objects or quickly scrolling through long documents. Although it doesn't have a dedicated sRGB mode like the S2725QC, colors are accurate before any sort of calibration. You may still want to fix gamma issues with a full calibration if you're a dedicated content creator, though.
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Best Cheap Monitor For Mac Mini
OfficeEditingColor AccuracyHDR PictureSDR PictureSDR BrightnessSize24"Pixel TypeIPSMax Refresh Rate100 HzNative Resolution1920 x 1080See all our test resultsThunderboltIf you want a simple, affordable entry-level monitor for your Mac mini, check out the Dell P2425H. There's a notable trade-off for the step-down in price categories, as this monitor has a smaller 24-inch screen with 1080p resolution, so text appears less sharp than on the Dell S2725DC. That said, this is what you have to expect for such a cheap monitor.
Despite its low price, it still offers some work-friendly features, such as a USB hub for connecting various devices. It features a USB-C port, but since it doesn't support DisplayPort Alt Mode, it's intended for data transfer rather than video transfer. Therefore, you'll need to connect the Mac mini to it via HDMI or with a USB-C to DisplayPort adapter. It also comes with a very ergonomic stand that makes it easy to adjust. Lastly, it's fine if you want to use it in a room with a few lights around, thanks to its matte coating, but it doesn't get bright enough to fight intense glare.
Notable Mentions
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ASUS ProArt Display PA27JCV:
The ASUS ProArt Display PA27JCV is a 5k monitor that costs less than the ASUS ProArt Display 6K PA32QCV. This makes it a good alternative if you find the PA32QCV too expensive. However, the PA27JCV doesn't support Thunderbolt.
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Dell S3225QC:
The Dell S3225QC is a 4k QD-OLED with better picture quality than the Dell U2725QE. It's better for HDR with deeper blacks, but it has a smaller USB hub and doesn't support Thunderbolt.
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AOC Q27G3XMN:
The AOC Q27G3XMN is a budget-friendly 1440p monitor that has better HDR picture quality than the Dell S2725DC. It uses Mini LED backlighting with deeper blacks and brighter highlights. However, it has fewer productivity features than the Dell as it lacks a USB hub.
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ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS:
The ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS is an entry-level 1440p display that competes with the Dell S2725DC. The main advantage is that the ASUS has better accuracy before calibration. However, it has a smaller USB hub than the Dell.
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Recent Updates
Mar 19, 2026:
We replaced the Apple Studio Display 2022, as it's been discontinued, with the ASUS ProArt Display 6K PA32QCV. We also replaced the AOC Q27G3XMN with the Dell S2725DC to align with other recommendations. In the Notable Mentions, we removed the Dell U4025QW and added the Q27G3XMN, the Dell S3225QC, and the ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS.
Feb 06, 2026:
We made several changes to reflect each monitor's market position. We removed the BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX because it's hard to find, and the Dell U4025QW because it doesn't fall within the scope of the article. We also renamed the Apple Studio Display to the 'Best Monitor For Mac Mini' and added the Dell U2725QE and the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV to their respective categories. In the Notable Mentions, we removed the LG 40WP95C-W, the Apple Pro Display XDR, and the Acer Nitro XV275K P5biipruzx, and we added the U4025QW and the Dell S2725DC.
Nov 14, 2025:
We replaced the AOC Q27G40XMN with the AOC Q27G3XMN for consistency with other recommendations. We also replaced the MSI G274QPF-QD with the Dell P2425H, which is cheaper and has a bigger USB hub. In the Notable Mentions, we replaced the Dell S2722QC with the Dell S2725QC and added the Acer Nitro XV275K P5biipruzx.
Aug 11, 2025:
We replaced the Dell U3225QE with the BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX, as it has better performance. Additionally, we replaced the Dell P2425H with the MSI G274QPF-QD, as it has a more detailed image and displays a wider range of colors.
Jun 02, 2025:
We replaced the Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx with the Dell U3225QE because it supports Thunderbolt, and for consistency with other recommendations. We moved the XV275K to the Notable Mentions, along with adding the ASUS ProArt Display PA27JCV in that section.
All Reviews
Our recommendations are based on what we think are the best monitors for Mac mini currently available. They are adapted to be valid for most people, in each price range. The rating is based on our review, factoring in price and feedback from our visitors.
If you would prefer to make your own decision, here is the list of all of our monitor reviews. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. Most monitors are good enough to please most people, and the things we fault monitors on are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.