MacBook – output 1080p at 240hz from the 2017 MacBook Pro 13inch with Touch Bar

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I just bought an Acer XB252Q gaming monitor that has 1080p 240hz.

I was wondering if I can output 1080p at 240hz with my 2017 MacBook Pro 13" with Touch Bar using a display port cable?

I ask because on HDMI it only outputs 1080p at 60hz.

Best Answer

Unfortunately, no.

Because your MacBook only has USB-C Thunderbolt, you will need a USB-C Thunderbolt to DisplayPort adapter. This Apple USB-C to DisplayPort adapter states that it can provide up to 60hz. This Apple article covers connecting UHD monitors with your Mac and states (paraphrased):

The MacBook Pro (2016 and later) can support these resolutions and refresh rates over HDMI 1.4b when using the USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter with macOS Sierra 10.12 or later: Up to 1080p at 60Hz 3840 x 2160 at 30Hz

Allan is correct, you will probably want an active Thunderbolt to Displayport adapter. I forget USB-C and Thunderbolt are not interchangeable terms.

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