The Surface Laptop 4 is a great machine, and it can work unhindered when you're on the go. But if you use the laptop frequently at a fixed desk, one of the best productivity hacks you can invest in is a second display. An external monitor will drastically increase your screen real estate and makes life so much easier, especially if you have to switch between a few apps or tabs all the time. But at the same time, keep in mind that the Surface Laptop 4 doesn’t offer Thunderbolt connectivity (even the AMD model doesn't), which means it cannot connect dual-4K displays simultaneously unless you use the Surface Dock.
However, the USB-C port natively supports DisplayPort. This means you can either go for a monitor that offers USB-C connectivity or spend a little extra on an adapter and get a monitor that features HDMI. You check out some of the best docks for the Surface Laptop 4 here. This also makes for a perfect setup and increased productivity.
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Samsung Smart Monitor M70B
This 32-inch 4K Samsung monitor sports many smart features, like the ability to access streaming apps without a PC. This means it's great for enabling multitasking beyond the single screen of your Surface Laptop 4.
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Acer 23-inch FHD Monitor
This is a great budget monitor for the Surface Laptop 4. The screen is large at 23 inches, but it only packs in a basic FHD 1920 x 1080 resolution, a sacrifice for the low price.
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Dell U2723QE UltraSharp 4K USB-C Hub Monitor
- Screen Size
- 27 inches
- Display Technology
- IPS Black
- HDR
- VESA DisplayHDR 400
- Resolution
- 3840x2160 (UHD)
- Aspect Ratio
- 16:9
- Refresh Rate
- 60Hz
This Dell UltraSharp monitor has USB-C connectivity, so you won't need to use a dongle with your Surface Laptop 4. It also has a crisp 4K resolution and super slim bezels around the 27-inch panel.
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LG UltraFine 27-inch 4K Monitor
LG's UltraFine 27-inch display is a solid monitor for the Surface Laptop 4. It packs in a 3840 x 2160 resolution, and support for HDR 400, as well as customizable modes for gaming, content creation, and more.
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Dell Alienware 34QD-OLED AW3423DW
The Surface Laptop 4 isn't a gaming laptop, but this is a high-end 34-inch curved monitor that you can use for gaming and content creation. It has an OLED panel that recreates colors accurately and is great for those who want vibrant images.
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HP M27f Monitor
This 24-inch HP monitor has a stylish stand and design. The monitor also packs in FHD resolution and has HDMI connectivity, with a cable included in the box.
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ASUS ProArt PA329C 32-inch 4K Monitor
This 32-inch 4K monitor from ASUS is a great option for those who want the most color-accurate monitor for content creation, artwork, and more. It can cover 100% of the Adobe RGB, SRGB, and spectrums.
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Lenovo ThinkVision M14d
- Brand
- Lenovo
- Screen Size
- 14 inches
- Display Technology
- IPS
- Resolution
- 2240 x 1400
- Aspect Ratio
- 16:10
- Refresh Rate
- 60Hz
The Lenovo ThinkVision M14d is different from the other picks on our list. It's a portable monitor that's great if you have limited space on your desk. It packs a 16:10 aspect ratio and crisp 2240 x 1400 resolution.
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Dell 27 Video Conferencing Monitor
This 27-inch 2560 x 1440 resolution monitor is for those who do a lot of video conferencing. It has built-in speakers and a pop-up camera that helps boost your experience beyond the integrated webcam on the Surface Laptop 4.
Those are nine of the best monitors we can find for the Surface Laptop 4. We highly suggest picking a color-accurate monitor like the Dell U2723QE UltraSharp 4K USB-C Hub Monitor or the Asus Pro Art. If color accuracy isn't your thing, though, the Samsung Smart Monitor M70B is great, and so is a cheaper monitor like the 23-inch Acer, or the HP M27F. Best of all, many of these monitors have extra ports, so you can connect them to other devices you own.