The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 is yet another great business laptop from Lenovo, this time with the latest 13th-generation Intel CPUs and tweaks to software for improved web conferencing. As powerful as it is, though, the 14-inch 16:10 aspect ratio screen can only do so much.

If you're a professional planning on using the ThinkPad in an office or home, then connecting it to a monitor might already be at the forefront of your to-do list. You'll be able to multitask more efficiently, open multiple windows at once, and you can even use it with your other devices if it has multiple ports for connectivity. It's why we've put together this list of great monitors you can use with your new ThinkPad.

  • Lenovo PP27
    ThinkVision P27u-20 27-inch Monitor
    Editor's Choice

    You can't go wrong with Lenovo's own ThinkVision monitor. This 27-inch 4K monitor packs in Thunderbolt 4 ports for charging your ThinkPad, and promises great color accuracy.

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    LG UltraFine 32UN650W
    Premium Pick

    The LG UltraFine 32UN650W is an excellent monitor for your Lenovo laptop if you have a little money to spend. It has a great 4K resolution and a sleek design with an open stand. There are also joystick controls for switching the input, the color accuracy is surprisingly good.

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    HP 24MH FHD monitor
    Best Value

    If you don't have a lot of money to spend on a monitor, then this 24-inch FHD resolution display from HP will do the trick. It's often less than $150, but you still get 75Hz refresh rate, a Full HD panel, and HDMI connectivity.

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    ASUS ProArt PA329C 32-inch 4K Monitor
    Best color accuracy

    This 32-inch monitor from ASUS is one of the most color accurate on the market. It not only has a big screen, but it can cover 100% of the all-important Adobe RGB spectrum, making whatever you're working on look true to life.

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    Samsung Smart Monitor M70B
    Best for streaming

    This Samsung monitor is quite different from others on our list. While it packs 4K resolution and USB-C connectivity, it also has Samsung's Tizen OS onboard, letting you access video streaming services and apps like Microsoft Office without even turning on your PC.

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    ASUS ZenScreen MB16AC
    Best portable monitor

    This is a 15.6-inch FHD resolution portable monitor from ASUS for those who might be limited in desk space or travel often. It has a compact design and a USB-C port that makes connections easy.

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    LG UltraWide 29WN600-W
    Best Ultrawide

    For the very best productivity with your ThinkPad, you might want an ultra-wide monitor like this option from LG. It has a 21:9 aspect ratio, 2560x1080 resolution, and is basically like having two monitors side by side.

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    Dell S3221QA 32-inch Curved Monitor
    Best curved monitor

    The best way to get ultimate multitasking with the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 is with a curved monitor. This 33-inch monitor from Dell has a natural curve to it that'll make looking at your screen less painful for your eyes. It also packs a high 4K UHD resolution.

Recapping the best monitors for Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 in 2023

These are all the monitors we think will pair up great with the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11. We highly suggest picking a monitor from Lenovo, like the ThinkVision P27 u-20, but there's nothing wrong with a cheaper HP 24-inch monitor that connects using HDMI. You also might still love the LG UltraFine 32UN650W since it has a sleek design, 4K resolution, and premium features like good color accuracy and joystick controls.

Other than those top three picks, the ASUS ProArt PA329C 32-inch 4K Monitor is great since it's one f the most color-accurate monitors you can buy. Those into streaming, meanwhile, will want to consider the Samsung Smart Monitor M70B. And for a great portable, ultrawide, or curved monitor there's the ASUS ZenScreen MB16AC, LG UltraWide 29WN600-W, and the Dell S3221QA 32-inch Curved Monitor. Whichever you pick will get you an extra screen and more multitasking space. There are many great options out there, just like there are many great ThinkPad laptops.

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 builds on its predecessor with newer and more powerful 13th-gen Intel processors. It keeps the iconic ThinkPad design and features you know and love, too.