I'm looking for a KVM switch recommendation that can support 4K at 240Hz. I have an OLED G9 monitor, a MacBook M3, and a gaming PC. I want to avoid the hassle of frequently unplugging and switching cables between devices. I previously bought a KVM switch that doesn't seem to support audio, so I have to adjust my audio settings manually every time I switch. Currently, I use a converter to achieve 240Hz with my MacBook, and I'm unsure if the KVM needs a converter as well. I need something simple that allows for a one-cable connection for both devices. For reference, I connect my devices like this:
- MacBook: Thunderbolt or DisplayPort with a converter, audio cable (USB or line-in), mouse, keyboard, webcam.
- Gaming PC: DisplayPort, HDMI, or DisplayPort to Thunderbolt converter, audio cable (USB or line-in), mouse, keyboard, webcam.
- Monitor: OLED G9 at 240Hz.
Also, I have Edifier 3000 Pro speakers connected via USB.
1 Answer
Have you considered a USB switch along with your KVM? You could manage your mouse, keyboard, and headphones separately while keeping the video connections simple. Just connect your devices into the USB switch, then have one output for each computer. For your monitor, keep the PC connected via DisplayPort and the MacBook via the converter, linking them to different inputs on your OLED G9. This might streamline everything without the typical cable chaos!
I get where you're coming from, but that setup sounds like it might complicate things further. I think sticking with a full KVM switch is likely the better move for switching between your devices.