DisplayPort 1.2 Cables
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A DisplayPort 1.2 cable allows you to easily connect your computer, laptop or other device to a monitor. Both video and audio are transmitted digitally via a single cable.
DisplayPort 1.2 is suitable for 4K resolution at 60 Hz, amongst other things. Of course, your computer, graphics card and monitor must support this.
At WBNet, you’ll find DisplayPort cables in various lengths and types. This makes it easy to choose a cable that suits your equipment and setup.
What is DisplayPort 1.2?
DisplayPort 1.2 is a version of the DisplayPort standard for the digital transmission of video and audio. This version supports HBR2 and has a data transfer rate of up to 5.4 Gbit/s per lane.
This enables DisplayPort 1.2 to support a resolution of 3840 × 2160 pixels (4K) at 60 Hz.
DisplayPort 1.2 also supports Multi-Stream Transport (MST). This technology allows you to use multiple monitors via a single DisplayPort connection. To do this, you’ll need, for example, a suitable MST hub or monitors that support daisy chaining.
What can you use a DisplayPort 1.2 cable for?
You can use a DisplayPort 1.2 cable for various applications, such as:
- connecting a desktop computer to a monitor;
- connecting a laptop or docking station to a monitor;
- using a 4K monitor at up to 60 Hz;
- connecting multiple monitors via MST;
- transmitting video and audio via a single cable.
The resolution and refresh rate you can use also depend on your equipment. You should therefore check whether your computer or graphics card and your monitor support the desired settings.
DisplayPort 1.2 and 4K
Do you want to connect a 4K monitor? DisplayPort 1.2 supports a resolution of 3840 × 2160 pixels at 60 Hz. This is suitable, for example, for office work, watching videos and other applications where a sharp image is important.
For 4K at 60 Hz, both your computer or graphics card and your monitor must support this setting.
DisplayPort 1.2 or DisplayPort 1.4?
DisplayPort 1.4 is newer than DisplayPort 1.2 and offers greater bandwidth. However, you don’t always need DisplayPort 1.4.
Does your computer or monitor support DisplayPort 1.2 at most? If so, a DisplayPort 1.2 connection may be sufficient for the display settings you wish to use.
DisplayPort is backwards compatible in many cases. Are you connecting devices with different DisplayPort versions? In that case, the equipment will determine which features, resolutions and refresh rates you can use.
Which DisplayPort cable do you need?
First, check the ports on your computer and monitor. Do both devices have a standard DisplayPort port? In that case, you’ll usually need a DisplayPort cable with a male DisplayPort connector at both ends.
Also consider the length. Choose a cable that’s long enough to connect your devices easily. An unnecessarily long cable is usually not required.
Finally, check which DisplayPort version and maximum resolution your computer, graphics card, docking station and monitor support. This will help you determine which cable is best suited to your situation.
Order a DisplayPort 1.2 cable from WBNet
At WBNet, you’ll find DisplayPort cables, adaptors and other computer accessories for various applications. Choose the length and type that suits your equipment.
If you place your order on a working day before 4.00 pm and the product is in stock, we’ll dispatch your order on the same working day. You’ll also benefit from a 30-day cooling-off period and a 2-year warranty.
Frequently asked questions about DisplayPort 1.2 cables
Does DisplayPort 1.2 support 4K?
Yes. DisplayPort 1.2 can support a resolution of 3840 × 2160 pixels at 60 Hz. Your computer or graphics card and monitor must also support this setting.
Can DisplayPort 1.2 transmit audio?
Yes. DisplayPort can transmit both video and audio digitally. However, your connected devices must support audio via DisplayPort.
Can I connect multiple monitors via DisplayPort 1.2?
Yes, DisplayPort 1.2 supports Multi-Stream Transport (MST). This allows you to use multiple monitors via a single DisplayPort output, provided you have the appropriate equipment. This can be done, for example, with an MST hub or via daisy chaining.
Is DisplayPort 1.2 suitable for a 144Hz monitor?
That depends on the resolution and your equipment. Higher refresh rates are possible at lower resolutions than at 4K. You should therefore check which resolution and refresh rate your graphics card and monitor support.
Is DisplayPort 1.4 compatible with DisplayPort 1.2?
In many cases, yes. You can often connect devices with different DisplayPort versions to one another. The connection will then operate based on the capabilities supported by both devices.