Reddit reviews LG 27UL500-W 27-Inch UHD (3840 x 2160) IPS Monitor with Radeon Freesync Technology and HDR10, White

Setup:

2X LG 27UL500-W 27-Inch UHD Monitors

Mantiz Titan Thunderbolt 3 dock

VIVO Gas Spring Monitor Arm (replaced USB cables with USB 3 ones)

PrimeCables Electric Standing Desk Frame

Macbook Pro (2018)

Logitech MX Master Mouse

IKEA GERTON Tabletop stained withRubio Monocoat Walnut

Steelcase Leap v1 high back chair

I'm looking to get a second monitor to go with my MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Late 2013) [MacBookPro11,3]

I was thinking of maybe getting a 4k or 1440p monitor, but since my computer is relatively old i'm not sure if those would even work.
Based on some research I was thinking of getting maybe this one: LG 27UL500-W 27-Inch




What do people recommend is the best monitor I could get for my current macbook pro, and maybe a future macbook pro if i decide to get a newer model in a few years?

No need for another CPU cooler, the 3600 includes one.You may need to add some case fans to get some air moving through your system.

The only other option I can think of for a network connection is something like this and running an ethernet cable to your mobo's rear I/O.

Monitors really depend on what you want to do with your comp and what your components are capable of. Your components are solid for 1440p 60+ hz on ultra settings in most games. If you are using this computer for photo and video editing, then you are going to want a color-accurate IPS panel in your monitor. Unfortunately, these are the priciest of the bunch and are not immune from other issues such as back light bleed/ IPS glow. They also have slower response times in comparison to TN/VA panels. If you are able to write any of this off as a business expense, then go for a beastly monitor, if you are looking for a budget but quality IPS monitor go with this 1440p IPS monitor
, or this one for 4k. There are tons of monitors out there and I am sure you can find a better one for a lower price, but this peripheral is more subjective than most components when it comes to appearances and specifications desired. Objectively, your computer monitor should either match or be greater than whatever resolution you are shooting your video in.

OMG that was a lot of text, check out /r/Monitors for more info. Their sidebar has a great beginners guide that breaks down the specifications and what all the mumbo jumbo about panel types and resolutions mean to the end user.

Something like this seems like a good hybrid.

What do you guys think?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07PGL2WVS/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1&th=1

The LG 27UK500-W

I was extremely close to buying this monitor, until it made more sense for me to buy a 144hz 1440p one.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07PGL2WVS/ref=psdcmw_1292115011_t1_B07B8S5V71

LG 27UL500-W 27-Inch UHD (3840 x 2160) IPS Monitor with Radeon Freesync Technology and HDR10 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PGL2WVS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_vpqPCb7NCN1QK

Found this on amazon, has good reviews..

You could get a 24 inch 4K LG monitor, they look great!

https://www.amazon.com/LG-24UD58-B-24-Inch-Monitor-FreeSync/dp/B01LPNKFK0

Price is a bit high tho and for a few dollars more you can get a 27 inch monitor as well with HDR10

https://www.amazon.com/LG-27UL500-W-27-Inch-Freesync-Technology/dp/B07PGL2WVS/ref=pd_sbs_147_t_1/139-1118155-2335011?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07PGL2WVS&pd_rd_r=f25cede4-8b13-4277-8254-3770cb0e9ea3&pd_rd_w=uEVxo&pd_rd_wg=WVjRu&pf_rd_p=5cfcfe89-300f-47d2-b1ad-a4e27203a02a&pf_rd_r=XVWWWS2RJTGQCRD3CDW9&psc=1&refRID=XVWWWS2RJTGQCRD3CDW9

The 58 is the older version, I think this one has an audio port also thinner bezels?

Theres also LG 27UL500-W version for $280. (actually I think the 500 is a newer model and even has HDR, but has thicker bezels?) Although I don't understand why the default price for one is 500 vs 350 for the other).

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PGL2WVS/ref=twister_B07R83XZZX?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1


There is an even newer model the 27UL600, that someone posted a deal of earlier from best buy for 350. But the first review says the HDR isnt worth it.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-27ul600-w-27-ips-led-4k-uhd-freesync-monitor-with-hdr-silver-white/6329956.p?skuId=6329956&ref=6467161&acampID=0&loc=ebs2449779889sbe. Honestly its hard to really know the difference without going to the store and seeing them side to side i guess.

LG 27UL500-W 27-Inch UHD (3840 x 2160) IPS Monitor with Radeon Freesync Technology and HDR10, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PGL2WVS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Pw4jDb3CZD8BD