DisplayPort 1.4 Cables
Need a DisplayPort 1.4 cable? Discover cables for high resolutions and refresh rates, and choose the right connector for your equipment at WBNet.
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Would you like to combine high resolution with a high refresh rate? If so, a DisplayPort 1.4 cable could be a good choice. This version of DisplayPort offers more bandwidth than DisplayPort 1.2 and is therefore suitable for modern monitors, gaming and professional use.
Among other things, DisplayPort 1.4 supports a resolution of 7680 × 4320 pixels (8K) at 60 Hz with DSC. DisplayPort 1.4 can also support 4K images at 120 Hz. Of course, your computer, graphics card and monitor must support this.
When do you need DisplayPort 1.4?
You don’t need DisplayPort 1.4 for every monitor. The extra bandwidth is particularly useful if you’re demanding more from your display.
For example:
- a high-resolution monitor;
- a high refresh rate;
- a gaming monitor;
- multiple displays;
- video editing or graphic design work;
- equipment that supports DisplayPort 1.4.
Do you have a basic monitor or older equipment? In that case, DisplayPort 1.2 may well be sufficient. You should therefore first check the capabilities of your devices before choosing a cable.
DisplayPort 1.4 for 4K and gaming
With a gaming monitor, it’s not just the resolution that matters. The refresh rate is also important. This indicates how many times per second your monitor refreshes the image. A higher refresh rate ensures smooth motion.
DisplayPort 1.4 has more bandwidth than DisplayPort 1.2. This offers more possibilities for combining a high resolution with a high refresh rate.
This makes DisplayPort 1.4 ideal for gaming, but also for other applications where good image quality is important. Think of photography, video editing, graphic design or CAD.
For example, do you want to use 4K with a high refresh rate? Then always check what your graphics card and monitor support. A DisplayPort 1.4 cable alone isn’t enough to enable these settings.
How fast is DisplayPort 1.4?
DisplayPort 1.4 supports HBR 3. This stands for High Bit Rate 3 and offers a transfer rate of up to 8.1 Gbit/s per lane.
That’s more than with DisplayPort 1.2. The extra bandwidth enables higher display settings where your equipment supports them.
You may also come across the term DSC with DisplayPort 1.4. DSC stands for Display Stream Compression. This technology compresses image data, allowing more information to be sent via the DisplayPort connection.
To use DSC, both the source and the display must support this technology.
Is DisplayPort 1.4 compatible with your monitor?
You don’t need to know all the technical specifications straight away. Start by checking the connections on your devices.
Do your computer or graphics card and your monitor both have a standard DisplayPort connection? If so, you’ll usually use a DisplayPort-to-DisplayPort cable.
Next, check the DisplayPort version. Does your monitor support DisplayPort 1.4, but your graphics card only supports DisplayPort 1.2? If so, you won’t automatically be able to use all the features of DisplayPort 1.4.
The devices will work together based on the features that both support.
Which DisplayPort 1.4 cable should you choose?
Have you established that DisplayPort 1.4 is compatible with your equipment? If so, there are a few more practical points to bear in mind.
Check the connectors
Check whether you need DisplayPort on both ends or if one of your devices has a different connector.
Determine what your monitor requires
Check the resolution and refresh rate you wish to use. Then check whether your computer or graphics card and monitor support these settings.
Choose the right length
Measure the distance between your computer and monitor. Choose a cable that is long enough to connect both devices without any strain.
This way, you avoid simply looking at the version number and choose a cable that really suits your setup.
DisplayPort 1.4 or DisplayPort 1.2?
The main difference is the available bandwidth. DisplayPort 1.4 offers more bandwidth than DisplayPort 1.2.
Are you using a monitor for which DisplayPort 1.2 is sufficient? Then you don’t necessarily need to choose DisplayPort 1.4.
Do you want to combine a high resolution with a higher refresh rate, or are you using equipment that supports DisplayPort 1.4? Then DisplayPort 1.4 may be the better choice.
Order a DisplayPort 1.4 cable from WBNet
At WBNet, you’ll find DisplayPort cables for various monitors, computers and other devices. Compare the available lengths and versions and choose the cable that suits your setup.
Before placing your order, check which DisplayPort version and connectors your devices have. That way, you’ll know which cable you need and which display settings you can use.
Frequently asked questions about DisplayPort 1.4
Is DisplayPort 1.4 suitable for 4K?
Yes, DisplayPort 1.4 can be used for 4K. The refresh rate you can achieve depends, amongst other things, on your graphics card and monitor.
What is the difference between DisplayPort 1.2 and 1.4?
DisplayPort 1.4 offers more bandwidth than DisplayPort 1.2. This opens up more possibilities for high resolutions and high refresh rates.
Is DisplayPort 1.4 suitable for a gaming monitor?
Yes. DisplayPort 1.4 can be particularly useful for a gaming monitor with a high resolution or refresh rate. Do check, however, which settings your monitor and graphics card support.
Can DisplayPort 1.4 also transmit audio?
Yes. DisplayPort can transmit both video and digital audio. However, your connected devices must support audio via DisplayPort.
Does DisplayPort 1.4 work with older DisplayPort devices?
In many cases, yes. If you’re combining different DisplayPort versions, the available features are determined by the capabilities of the connected devices.
Do I always need DisplayPort 1.4 for a 4K monitor?
No. Older DisplayPort versions can also support certain 4K settings. DisplayPort 1.4 becomes particularly useful when you need more bandwidth, for example for a higher refresh rate.