DisplayPort to HDMI Cables  

Do you want to connect a computer to a monitor, television or projector via HDMI, but the devices have different connectors? With a DisplayPort to HDMI cable, you can easily connect these devices to one another. This allows you to display your computer’s screen on another display.

The resolution and refresh rate available vary depending on the cable and device. You should therefore check in advance which display settings the cable, computer and display support.

When do you need a DisplayPort to HDMI cable?

You use this cable when the device sending the signal has a DisplayPort connection and your display has an HDMI connection.

This is useful, for example, if you:

• want to connect a desktop computer to an HDMI monitor;
• want to connect a computer to a television;
• want to connect a laptop or docking station to an external screen;
• want to use a projector with HDMI.

You won’t need a separate adapter or HDMI cable. The various connectors are already integrated into the cable.

Pay attention to the direction of the cable

With these cables, the direction is important. Most versions transmit the signal from DisplayPort to HDMI. You then connect the DisplayPort plug to the computer, graphics card or docking station. The HDMI plug goes into the monitor, television or projector.

Do you want to connect a device with an HDMI output to a monitor with a DisplayPort? In that case, you’ll need a cable or converter suitable for HDMI to DisplayPort.

So, before placing your order, always check which direction the cable works in.

What resolution is supported?

The maximum resolution and refresh rate vary by model. For example, there are cables for Full HD and cables that support 4K.

Even at the same resolution, the maximum refresh rate may differ. For example, one cable might support 4K at 30 Hz, whilst another model supports 4K at 60 Hz.

You should therefore check the cable’s maximum resolution and refresh rate. Your computer, graphics card and monitor must also support these settings.

Active or passive cable?

There are active and passive versions available. Which one you need depends, amongst other things, on your device’s DisplayPort output.

A passive cable has no built-in technology to convert the video signal. For this to work, your device’s DisplayPort output must support DisplayPort Dual-Mode (DP++). The computer or graphics card will then generate a suitable HDMI signal.

An active cable or adapter, on the other hand, does contain technology to convert the signal. This means it can also be used if the DisplayPort output does not support DP++.

If in doubt, check the specifications of your computer, graphics card or docking station, as well as those of the cable.

Is audio also transmitted?

As well as video, the connection can also transmit digital audio. This allows you, for example, to use the built-in speakers of a monitor or television.

Whether this works depends on the cable and the connected equipment. Your computer must also be correctly configured to play sound through the connected display.

How to choose the right cable

Start by checking the connections on your devices. Check whether the device sending the image has a DisplayPort output and whether your monitor, television or projector has an HDMI input.

Next, consider the resolution and refresh rate you wish to use. For example, do you want to connect a 4K monitor? If so, choose a cable that supports the desired resolution and refresh rate.

Finally, consider the length. Measure the distance between the two devices beforehand and choose a cable that is long enough to connect them without any strain.

Order a DisplayPort to HDMI cable from WBNet

At WBNet, you’ll find DisplayPort to HDMI cables for connecting computers to monitors, televisions and projectors. Browse the different lengths and models and choose a cable that suits your equipment.

Before ordering, check the direction, maximum resolution and refresh rate. This will ensure the cable is suitable for the display settings you wish to use.

Frequently asked questions about DisplayPort to HDMI cables

Can I connect DisplayPort to HDMI?

Yes. With a suitable cable or adapter, you can connect a device with a DisplayPort output to a display with an HDMI input.

Does a DisplayPort to HDMI cable also work the other way round?

Usually not. Most cables are designed to transmit the signal from DisplayPort to HDMI. For the other direction, you’ll need an HDMI to DisplayPort cable or converter that’s suitable for this purpose.

Does a DisplayPort to HDMI cable support 4K?

That varies depending on the model. Some cables do support 4K, but the maximum refresh rate may vary. You should therefore always check the cable’s maximum resolution and refresh rate.

Can the cable also transmit audio?

Yes, with compatible equipment, digital audio can be transmitted alongside the video signal. The source, the cable and the connected device must all support this.

What does DP++ mean?

DP++ stands for DisplayPort Dual-Mode. A DisplayPort output with DP++ can transmit a compatible HDMI signal. This allows you to use a passive cable or adapter with compatible equipment.

Do I need an active cable?

Not always. If the DisplayPort output supports DP++, a passive cable may be sufficient. If your device does not support DP++, you will need an active cable or adapter.