March kicked off to a great start with the release of the M3 MacBook Air from Apple. While the refresh may appear light from the outset, the big upgrade comes from having the M3 processor in the MacBook Air. The M3 has improved graphical performance on the best Macs. According to Apple, the M3 MacBook Air should be a massive performance boost to any of the older Intel-based MacBook Airs. Additionally, the MacBook Air now supports native display output for two displays. Previously, you were limited to one external display, but now, with two available, we decided to create this guide with the best options for secondary monitors for the M3 MacBook Air.

• Editor's choice

  ASUS ProArt Display PA329CV

  Screen Size

  32 inches

  Resolution

  6K

  Aspect Ratio

  16:9

  Ports

  HDMI, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 4

  The Asus ProArt PA329CV is a beautiful 4K display designed for photo and video editors. It has a wide 32-inch IPS panel and 100% coverage of the sRGB color gamut for true-to-life colors. It also comes factory-calibrated, so it's ready to go when unboxed.

  $630 at B&H $630 at Amazon $600 at Asus
• Premium pick

  Apple Studio Display 27" 5K Retina Monitor

  If you want the absolute best monitor for the MacBook Air, check out Apple's 5K Retina Studio Display. This 27-inch monitor connects via USB Type-C to your MacBook Air and offers a lifelike picture with a 5K resolution. There's also a 12MP integrated camera, studio-quality microphone, and superb six-speaker audio system.

  $1600 at Apple $1600 at Best Buy $1600 at B&H
• Best value

  Dell S2722QC 27-Inch 4K Monitor

  The Dell S2722QC is a great 27-inch 4K secondary monitor. It's often found on sale for as low as $300, and it has a USB hub that delivers just enough power to charge your MacBook Air while using it. The 4K resolution delivers crisp images and decent color accuracy.

  $400 at Best Buy $330 at Dell
• Best ultrawide

  LG UltraWide 38WN95C-W

  If you like working with multiple windows open simultaneously, the LG UltraWide 38WN95C is a great ultrawide monitor. It's not as feature-rich as the Apple Studio Display, with no webcam or microphone and a lower 3840 x 1600 resolution. Still, if you're looking for a great productivity-focused ultrawide monitor, this is it.

  $1400 at Best Buy $1400 at Amazon
• Best ergonomics

  LG UltraFine Display Ergo UHD 4K IPS Display

  If you need a monitor with great ergonomics, look no further than the LG UltraFine Display Ergo 4K. This monitor features a 4K resolution and a fully adjustable thin profiled stand ideal for working with multiple monitors. The stand can be adjusted by height, tilt, and swivel.

  $530 at Amazon
• Best curved monitor

  Dell UltraSharp 34 Curved Thunderbolt Hub Monitor

  Screen Size

  34 inches

  Display Technology

  IPS Black

  Resolution

  3440 x 1440

  Refresh Rate

  120Hz

  Variable Refresh

  HDMI only

  Ports

  1x USB 3.2 (Type-C, upstream), 4x USB 3.2 (Type-C, downstream), 5x USB 3.2 (Type-A, downstream), 1x Ethernet, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C, upstream), 1x Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C, downstream), 3.5mm jack

  Dell's UltraSharp 34 Curved Thunderbolt Hub monitor is an ideal solution for anyone with a plethora of Thunderbolt-compatible devices. This monitor features a 3440x1440 native display and has an integrated Thunderbolt 3 dock that provides enough power to charge your MacBook Air while using it.

  $820 at Dell $697 at Amazon
• Best portable monitor

  ASUS ProArt PA148CTV 14-inch Portable Monitor

  The Asus ProArt PA148CTV is one of the best portable monitors on the market, especially for creators. Thanks to its USB Type-C input support, it's a great option if you're looking for something lightweight to bring with your MacBook Air.

  $399 at Amazon $400 at B&H
• Best budget monitor

  ViewSonic VA2447-MHU

  If you're looking for something simple and cheap to extend your MacBook Air's display, the ViewSonic VA2447-MHU is a budget monitor that looks great with a 1080p resolution, AMD FreeSync support, and options for both USB Type-C and HDMI connectivity.

  $117 at Amazon $120 at Best Buy

Which monitor should you choose?

Buying a secondary monitor for your M3 MacBook Air isn't an easy thing to do with so many great monitors available on the market. If you need a monitor to work on visually creative projects, I recommend picking up the Asus ProArt PA329CV. It comes color-calibrated out of the box, has a 4K resolution that makes images and text look crisp and provides a life-like color experience right out of the box.

The Dell S2722QC is a great option if you're on a tight budget. It's a 27-inch monitor, but it features a 4K resolution and Thunderbolt power hub. You'll also be able to charge your MacBook Air with the lid closed while connected to the S2722QC. It's a great monitor for those who want a top-tier monitor at a low price, as you can find it on sale frequently, and it already has a low MSRP of $400 for a 4K resolution monitor.