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Question 3440x1440p with Lenovo ThinkPad W520

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Unyke
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03-01-2016, 07:21 PM
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I used to have my W520 running smoothly at 2560x1080p with 115 Hz on a 29-inch screen. After moving, I’m considering a 34-inch 3440x1440p monitor and wondering if it would fit and work with my old laptop.
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Unyke
03-01-2016, 07:21 PM #1

I used to have my W520 running smoothly at 2560x1080p with 115 Hz on a 29-inch screen. After moving, I’m considering a 34-inch 3440x1440p monitor and wondering if it would fit and work with my old laptop.

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03-01-2016, 08:22 PM
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With the Display Port connector on your laptop, it should function properly and you'll reach a maximum resolution of 2560 x 1600 (around 60Hz). However, in 2025 with only 2GB of VRAM, you might notice increased temperatures and some slowdown during tasks. For better performance, consider using a 1080p display if you plan to stay on the laptop. If you need a short session, a 1440p monitor would be more suitable.
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03-01-2016, 08:22 PM #2

With the Display Port connector on your laptop, it should function properly and you'll reach a maximum resolution of 2560 x 1600 (around 60Hz). However, in 2025 with only 2GB of VRAM, you might notice increased temperatures and some slowdown during tasks. For better performance, consider using a 1080p display if you plan to stay on the laptop. If you need a short session, a 1440p monitor would be more suitable.

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03-23-2016, 04:32 AM
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3440x1440p is running at 74 Hz... not 75!!! This is confirmed in both Optimus mode and subtle graphics mode (via bios). I also connected another laptop via HDMI and achieved 100 Hz, which seems close to 74 Hz. I'm satisfied with the result.

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If you're considering a 2K monitor, maybe think about going for 4K. Extra desktop space at 2K isn't that impressive.
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Ammesamme
03-23-2016, 04:32 AM #3

3440x1440p is running at 74 Hz... not 75!!! This is confirmed in both Optimus mode and subtle graphics mode (via bios). I also connected another laptop via HDMI and achieved 100 Hz, which seems close to 74 Hz. I'm satisfied with the result.

P.S.
If you're considering a 2K monitor, maybe think about going for 4K. Extra desktop space at 2K isn't that impressive.

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