Best Glossy Displays for Mac iMore 2020

So you just got a brand new Mac, or already have one, but want a separate or additional display? Having a multi-display setup is definitely handy, especially when it comes to a lot of multitasking, such as with coding and even gaming, for a truly immersive experience. Or if you have a new Mac Mini, then you'll need a monitor to be able to use it. But you're not sure what to go for, especially if you prefer a beautiful, glossy display? Don't worry, we got your back! Here are some of the best glossy displays you can get for your Mac.

Curved beauty: Samsung IT LC24F390FHNXZA 24-Inch Curved Gaming Monitor

This curved monitor from Samsung is definitely a thing of beauty. It's 24" in size and features 1800R curvature for an immersive viewing experience. It's eco saving with power saving modes, has a 60Hz refresh rate, and is compatible with your Mac since it just uses an HDMI cable.

$179 at Amazon

Crystal clear clarity: Dell S2415H 24-Inch Screen LED-Lit Monitor

This monitor from Dell is of superb quality. The display itself is almost border-less, so you maximize the full space of the screen itself. You can customize the viewing angle easily, and it has great power-saving modes to keep your bills down. You can even get this in a larger 27" version.

$189 at Amazon

Good budget pick: Acer R240HY 24" Widescreen Monitor

If you're on a tight budget but still need a good glossy monitor, then check this one out. The screen itself is glossy but it features an anti-glare coating on it, and it uses an HDMI cable to connect, so it should work with your Mac without issue. The bezels on the screen are thin and slim, so you barely notice them while utilizing the most screen real estate as possible. It has a 4ms response time and 60Hz refresh rate.

$110 at Amazon

Get the 4K experience: LG 21.5" HD 4K Ultra Fine LED Monitor for Mac Only

If you have a 4K capable Mac, then this is the display you want. The screen is even glossier than Apple's own displays, and this features 219 ppi for your gorgeous 4K resolution. It has one USB-C port for everything, and it can simultaneously charge your mobile devices while charging your MacBook (up to 60W). There are also three additional USB-C ports for other devices.

$399 at Amazon

An oldie but a goodie: Apple 27" LED Cinema Display

Apple's Cinema Display was only available for one year before they replaced it with the Thunderbolt display, but this is still a great glossy display to use. It has three self-powered USB ports, and three connectors (Mini DisplayPort, MagSafe, and USB). The 2560x1440 resolution is still pretty good for an old display, and it has LED backlighting. This is still considered one of the better displays that Apple released, so if you can find it, it's still worth a purchase for glossy fans, especially if you still have an older Mac.

$335 at Amazon

Apple's latest display: Apple Thunderbolt Display

If you don't want to purchase Apple's older display, then the Thunderbolt display is worth considering. The Thunderbolt display features a FaceTime HD camera, three USB 2.0 ports, Gigabit Ethernet port, Firewire 800 port, and a Thunderbolt port. The max resolution is 2560x1440 with a 16:9 aspect ratio, and it also features LED backlighting. This display connects to any Thunderbolt-enabled Macs and peripherals. Please note that the original Thunderbolt may be slightly different from Thunderbolt 3/USB-C.

$475 at Amazon

It's getting harder to find a good glossy display these days since most are either matte or a weird in-between. Our personal favorite from these options is the LG Ultra Fine HD 4K display because it gives us the best visual quality and the glossiness of the screen is nothing to scoff at.

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