SPECIFICATION GLOSSARY: MONITORS

Thunderbolt bandwidth - what does it mean?

Thunderbolt bandwidth is the maximum link speed available for display, data and peripherals. The Gb/s figure does not describe every monitor feature.

IN PLAIN LANGUAGE

How to understand Thunderbolt bandwidth?

Thunderbolt can combine display, fast data and charging in one connection. Compare bandwidth together with charging power, port layout and supported display modes.

WHEN COMPARING PRODUCTS

Informational specification

This value describes the product, but it does not make one model better than another on its own.

WHY IT MATTERS

A fast link supports high-resolution display and data workloads.

BUYING TIP

Check the complete port feature set.

COMMON MISTAKE

Bandwidth alone does not describe charging power or port count.

COMPARE TOGETHER WITH

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