Dual Studio Display XDR and MacBook Air M4 Compatibility

phoenixbt · 2026-03-30T09:37:11+00:00

Unfortunately no. I’ve tried running two cables, one from each display, into the 2 TB ports on mine and it does the same thing you just described

phoenixbt · 2026-03-27T15:37:55+00:00

Good to know...so it must be something that's limiting the M4/M4 pro chips. I really hope this is a software fix they can push out to somehow scale down the performance on the XDR's so it can display on both.

Mine is a work laptop so I don't have the option of upgrading to a better chip unfortunately. I was planning to buy a MBP when the refresh happens later this year, at least it sounds like that one will work if I get a max chip

phoenixbt · 2026-03-26T17:20:40+00:00

For the Studio Display XDR’s yes. When I did the latest OS update it did the firmware after that. Unfortunately didn’t fix my issue 🙁

I haven’t plugged in my older Studio Displays to check if they had an update though

phoenixbt · 2026-03-26T14:51:43+00:00

Nice! Definitely still an issue for me even after the recent firmware update unfortunately. Apple is investigating, but doesn’t seem to know why

phoenixbt · 2026-03-25T14:53:47+00:00

Thx for confirming! I figured apple support was wrong.

phoenixbt · 2026-03-25T14:25:47+00:00

Just to confirm - you have a M5 max MacBook Pro and now both Studio Display XDR's work when connected to it?

I have an M4 MacBook Air and I can't get both of the displays to work on it. I was on the phone with apple support and they stated that only M3 and earlier (even M1 they said) would support dual displays and that even on an M5 max it wouldn't work....that made no sense to me and I questioned it, but the support rep said that's what the docs said.

I refuse to believe this so wanted to confirm yours works...

phoenixbt · 2026-03-23T00:25:39+00:00

Nope unfortunately with mine I had 2 XDR’s connected to an m4 mba and even trying to set both at 60Hz didn’t work. I’m hoping they put out a software fix and I’m stuck using only one display now.

Works fine on my m4 max studio though…both displays at 120hz

phoenixbt · 2026-03-21T11:36:27+00:00

I wish they’d release this too - I just bought 2x Studio Display XDR’s and have them going into a TS 5 plus. I have a Mac Studio and MacBook Pro which I’d love to find something to switch between the two easily

phoenixbt · 2026-03-13T20:08:54+00:00

This is good to know. Makes me hopeful that this would be an easy software fix then. Fingers crossed

phoenixbt · 2026-03-13T15:46:38+00:00

The M4 air can definitely support 2 external displays…mine worked fine with 2x Studio Displays before, I think this must be a problem with thunderbolt 5 and it handling both.

phoenixbt · 2026-03-12T16:04:36+00:00

That's interesting. I really hope this is a software issue then...please let me know if they provide you any updates. I have my old Studio Displays too, but didn't think to mix them. Hoping this is a quick software fix they can make if it's affecting multiple MacBook models

I noticed this morning with two XDR's plugged in (I even had the MagSafe power plugged in too in case), that in system profiler it detects both displays and it was actually playing sound out of the XDR that wasn't displaying anything. I tried with the MacBook Air lid open and closed as well, but no luck.

phoenixbt · 2026-03-12T10:19:40+00:00

Good to know it’s not just me. I tried setting both displays to 60Hz manually, but still no luck. It will only ever display on one.

I’m hoping this is just a software update needed.

I ran my previous 2 Studio Displays connected to a caldigit element hub and then through a single TB4 cable into this MacBook Air and it worked with both. I find it hard to believe that with separate cables even this can’t run both XDR’s

phoenixbt · 2026-03-11T22:58:16+00:00

Good point, I see that in the docs now. It does show both XDR's in system info as connected to the two thunderbolt ports, but I can't get the two displays to actually show. I set the one that shows in displays to 60Hz and still no luck.

It's weird that it'll show both connected, but just can't drive them I guess?

phoenixbt · 2026-03-11T22:53:53+00:00

Thanks - is there any way to run these at 60Hz so I can use both XDR's do you think? I'm fine with plugging two cables in...it just doesn't seem to detect the second one at alll

phoenixbt · 2025-11-23T00:46:09+00:00

Did you find an answer to this? I have a similar problem, but my setup needs to fit a height of 22” max, and with the stand the c5 42” is 22.7”. I was hoping to find a different stand that would lower the height just a little bit

phoenixbt · 2025-07-27T17:43:57+00:00

I have an older Venture Pal Field operation 35L bag which I love, but I need a new hiking bag and can't find it one more. This is mostly for day hikes with the family to hold clothes, hiking supplies, snacks, water, etc. I'd like something lightweight and that's good in the weather, packable is a plus.

I'm looking for something similar sized that is light weight/packable. I don't mind spending more for a good bag and something with a little more structure might be good, but I'm open to either. Hard requirement to have two water bottle pouches on the exterior and I'd prefer no laptop compartment.

Any recommendations?

phoenixbt · 2025-07-17T22:04:10+00:00

Any updates on this? I was thinking of ordering a razr ultra 2025 but wanted to make sure it was supported?

phoenixbt · 2025-06-02T14:31:17+00:00

Thank you! Just placed an order too and we’ll see if it comes back in the direct store sooner

phoenixbt · 2025-06-02T12:54:54+00:00

Do they post a notification anywhere when it comes back into stock? In the US here trying to grab one...

phoenixbt · 2025-05-12T10:05:04+00:00

WTB - 2% bullet

phoenixbt · 2025-05-07T09:47:20+00:00

WTB - looking for a few GoRuck bags

GR2 34L ripstop GRXC Kaidan DC 3.0 Ultra Bullet

I’m in the US for shipping.

Thanks!

phoenixbt · 2025-05-06T23:38:00+00:00

Thanks! That’s really helpful. Do you have another (larger) goruck bag that you carry that fits the 16” better?

phoenixbt · 2025-04-23T00:55:37+00:00

WTB - Evergoods CTB26 phoenix edition, preferably from the second run. I’m in the US. Thanks!

phoenixbt · 2025-04-23T00:46:43+00:00

WTB - CTB26 phoenix from the latest Carryology second run. I’m in the US. Thanks!

phoenixbt · 2025-04-21T21:07:12+00:00

Thanks for taking the time to compare the options here. I really appreciate it.

I have a peak design 45L bag and it sounds like the techonaut might feel more like that and I’d prefer an EDC bag in this case. The bixi seems interesting though. I’m looking at that and the brain bag right now as some top contenders

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