Connect to a wired display

You can connect a wired display with your computer through USB-C connector or HDMI connector.

If your computer cannot detect the external display, right-click a blank area on the desktop and select Display settings. Then follow the on-screen instructions to detect the external display.


Illustration showing how to connect to a wired display

Supported resolution

The following table lists the supported maximum resolution of the external display.
Table 1. AMD models

Connect the external display to

Supported resolution

USB-C power connector (USB 10Gbps)

Up to 5K / 120 Hz

USB-C power connector (USB4 40Gbps)

Up to 5K / 120 Hz

HDMI connector

Up to 4K / 60 Hz

Table 2. Intel models

Connect the external display to

Supported resolution

USB-C power connector (USB 20Gbps)

Up to 5K / 120 Hz

USB-C power connector (Thunderbolt 4)

Up to 8K / 60 Hz

HDMI connector

Up to 4K / 60 Hz

Note: The refresh rate higher than 60 Hz can also be supported. If you set the refresh rate higher than 60 Hz, the maximum resolution might be limited.
Depending on your computer models, your computer supports either of the following:
  • For Intel models, the HDMI connector supports the HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K / 60 Hz) standard. Connect to a compatible digital audio device or video monitor, such as an HDTV.

  • For AMD models, the HDMI connector supports the HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K / 60 Hz) standard by default. Use a qualified HDMI 2.1 cable to connect an external display to your computer. If you use a HDMI 1.4 cable for the connection, it might be incompatible and could potentially impact the functionality of an external display.