Here is a current (as of July 2026) list of daisy-chainable monitors that support DisplayPort MST, USB-C, or Thunderbolt daisy chaining. I’ve maintained this list since 2019, and it has helped thousands of readers set up multi-monitor workstations with a single cable chain. Every monitor below has been verified to support daisy chaining when configured properly.

Editor’s Choice: Top Daisy Chain Monitors in 2026

If you’re short on time, here are my top picks across five categories. Each one is currently in stock and verified to support daisy chaining. Scroll down for the full comparison table with 60+ monitors.

Why so many Dell monitors? Dell dominates the USB-C dock monitor category because they’ve invested more than any other brand in MST and Thunderbolt daisy chain support across their entire business lineup. Three of my five picks are Dell because, after testing and researching dozens of monitors, they consistently deliver the best combination of build quality, dock features, and reliable daisy chaining. Where a non-Dell monitor genuinely competes, I’ve included it.

How Monitor Daisy Chaining Works

Daisy chaining lets you connect multiple monitors in a series using a single video output from your computer. Instead of running separate cables from your PC to each display, you connect one cable from your PC to Monitor 1, then a second cable from Monitor 1 to Monitor 2, and so on.

DisplayPort MST (Multi-Stream Transport)

The original and most common method. Your graphics card sends multiple display streams over a single DisplayPort cable, and each monitor in the chain picks up its own stream. Requirements:

• A graphics card or laptop with DisplayPort 1.2 or newer
• Monitors with both DisplayPort In and DisplayPort Out ports
• MST must be enabled in each monitor’s OSD (on-screen display menu)
• The last monitor in the chain does NOT need a DP Out port

USB-C / Thunderbolt Daisy Chaining

The newer approach, increasingly common in 2024-2026 monitors. USB-C monitors with MST support work the same way as DisplayPort MST, but through a USB-C cable that also carries power and data. Thunderbolt 3/4 monitors can daisy chain natively through the Thunderbolt protocol. Benefits:

• Single cable from laptop to first monitor (power + video + data + ethernet)
• Each monitor acts as a USB-C dock, reducing cable clutter
• USB-C with MST works on Windows; Thunderbolt daisy chaining works on both Windows and Mac

What You Need (Quick Checklist)

• A computer with DisplayPort 1.2+, USB-C with DP Alt Mode, or Thunderbolt 3/4 output
• Monitors from the list below (verified to support daisy chaining)
• Appropriate cables (DisplayPort, USB-C, or Thunderbolt)
• Enable MST in each monitor’s OSD settings (usually under “Display” or “Input” menu)

Complete Daisy Chain Monitor List (2026)

This table includes every currently available monitor I’ve verified to support daisy chaining via DisplayPort MST, USB-C MST, or Thunderbolt. Use the search box and column filters to narrow down by brand, size, resolution, chain type, or other features.

Important Note for Mac Users

macOS does not support DisplayPort MST for multiple extended displays. MST-connected monitors will mirror rather than extend on all current Macs, including Apple Silicon (M1 through M5). This is a macOS limitation, not a monitor issue.

For multiple independent displays from a Mac, you have three options:

1. Thunderbolt daisy chaining using Thunderbolt-capable monitors (marked “TB3” or “TB4” in the table above). This is the native Mac solution, but your Mac must support your desired number of external displays. Check Apple’s per-model display support page before buying.
2. A Thunderbolt dock like the CalDigit TS3 Plus or the newer CalDigit TS4, which provide multiple video outputs from a single Thunderbolt connection.
3. A DisplayLink adapter/dock as a workaround. DisplayLink-based docks use software drivers to add extra displays, but may have slight performance overhead.

How to Enable Daisy Chaining

All of the monitors on this list have been verified to be daisy-chainable when configured properly. Generally, this is a fairly easy process requiring at most a few adjustments in their OSD (on-screen displays) to enable the daisy chaining. Here is a sample from a ViewSonic monitor manual:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many monitors can you daisy chain?

It depends on your resolution and DisplayPort version. With DisplayPort 1.2, you can typically chain two 1080p or two 1440p monitors, or one 4K monitor. DisplayPort 1.4 increases bandwidth, allowing more displays or higher resolutions. Thunderbolt 4 typically supports two 4K displays in a chain. Your graphics card’s capabilities also matter, so check your GPU specs.

Can you daisy chain monitors with HDMI?

No. HDMI does not support Multi-Stream Transport (MST). Daisy chaining requires DisplayPort (1.2 or newer), USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode and MST, or Thunderbolt 3/4. If your computer only has HDMI outputs, you’ll need to use a separate cable for each monitor or use a splitter (which mirrors rather than extends your display).

Does daisy chaining affect monitor performance?

No, there is no performance penalty in terms of image quality or refresh rate, as long as your GPU has enough bandwidth. The monitors in a daisy chain receive their own independent video streams. However, total bandwidth is shared across the chain, so running three 4K displays at high refresh rates may exceed your connection’s limits. For typical office/productivity use (60Hz), this is rarely an issue.

Can you daisy chain monitors on a Mac?

Not with DisplayPort MST. macOS does not support MST, so DP-connected monitors will mirror instead of extending your desktop. However, you CAN use Thunderbolt daisy chaining on Macs that support multiple external displays. Use monitors with Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 connections (marked “TB3” or “TB4” in the table above). Check Apple’s support page for your specific Mac model’s display limits.

What is the difference between MST and SST?

SST (Single-Stream Transport) sends one video stream per cable, like a standard HDMI or DisplayPort connection. MST (Multi-Stream Transport) sends multiple independent video streams over a single cable, which is what makes daisy chaining possible. MST is a DisplayPort feature introduced in DisplayPort 1.2. You need to enable MST mode in your monitor’s OSD settings for daisy chaining to work.

Do I need special cables for daisy chaining?

You need standard DisplayPort cables (DP to DP or mini-DP to DP), USB-C cables with DisplayPort Alt Mode support, or Thunderbolt cables, depending on your monitors’ connection types. No special “daisy chain” cables exist. Just make sure your DisplayPort cables are rated for the version your monitors support (1.2 or 1.4). For USB-C/Thunderbolt, use cables that support data + video + power delivery.

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