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    Minidisplay port on an Asus and no TB3, why?

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by NYCtech, Dec 8, 2016.

  1. NYCtech

    NYCtech Notebook Consultant

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    Somebody said the FX502vm from amazon has a TB3 port, it doesnt,

    What on earth is Asus doing putting a Minidisplay port on this model for, seriously what use is a redundant Apple technology?
     
  2. link626

    link626 Asus GL502VM, Lenovo Y580, Asus K53TA

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    because it allows you to connect 2 external monitors.

    displayport isn't apple tech.

    displayport allows you to run a 4k monitor at 60hz. That stupid hdmi 1.4 port does not.