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    Pascal and external 4k monitor question

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Blahchool, Dec 16, 2016.

  1. Blahchool

    Blahchool Newbie

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    Hey guys,

    Looking to get a gaming laptop. Probably 15" or 17" screen. I realize 4k is a bit pointless on a smaller screen and will likely just get a regular HD 1024 display. I'm just wondering if I plug in an external monitor, can I still get 4k support? Does it depend on the laptop? I'm thinking 1060 or 1070 chipset. I have been looking at particular laptops and the specs don't seem to address this question.

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    Blahchool, Dec 16, 2016
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  2. saturnotaku

    saturnotaku Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    As long as the system has HDMI 2.0 or DisplayPort/mini-DisplayPort output, an external 4K monitor will work just fine. Even integrated GPUs support that resolution.
     
    saturnotaku, Dec 16, 2016
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  3. TomJGX

    TomJGX I HATE BGA!

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    The GPUs do support it but its up to the laptop manufacturer to ensure that the output ports I.e HDMI etc support it.. If you go for a Clevo, Alienware, Asus or MSI with 1060/70 would be very surprised if they don't support external 4k res..

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    TomJGX, Dec 18, 2016
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