Before we wrap up, it’s important to point out that this all applies primarily to the consumer market. Consumer PCs are designed for versatility and compatibility. Professional video equipment, on the other hand, is a whole different ball game. Pro-grade GPUs typically don’t have DP++ capability. Instead, most pro-grade equipment uses a Field Programmable Gate Array or similar technology. In other words, they will only send a signal in the native format of the interface. If you absolutely must use a DisplayPort to HDMI adapter for pro-grade equipment, you’re going to need an active adapter. Once connected properly, this adapter provides active HDMI to DisplayPort conversion. That means you can transmit high definition audio and video from your PC to a DP monitor pretty easily, and expand your workspace to a second monitor. The 4K video resolution support means you’re covered for resolutions up to 3840 x 2160, at least while running at 30Hz. Other Considerations For years it's been a simple matter to go from DisplayPort to HDMI because the DisplayPort standard natively supports the HDMI standard - but the other way? What a nightmare! That was until now, when this amazing active HDMI to DisplayPort Converter arrived. It gives you reliable, high-resolution signal converting from HDMI v2.0 hardware to DisplayPort v1.2, with video support up to 1080p Full HD and 7.1 channel surround sound up to 192KHz. Converts FROMa HDMI source device TO a DisplayPort screen. USB powered and compatible with all resolutions up to 1080p @ 120Hz and 4K @ 60Hz. Great for connecting HDMI based media players to DisplayPort PC monitors. Klarna Bank AB (publ) is Authorised by the Swedish Financial Services Authority (Finansinspektionen) and is subject to limited regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority.

The adapter is a tad bigger than its peers above, but nothing that will cause you any inconvenience. The build is durable, and it works as advertised. Connect your Sony Play Station™ 3/4/5 to your Monitor using our HDMI™ 2.1 to DisplayPort™ 1.4 Adapter 8K 60Hz. Active adapter – features an advanced chip which ensures stable video signal conversion even when the video source does not support dual-mode DisplayPort (DP++)* When compared to a lot of similar adapters, Cable Matters delivers what could be called a generally superior quality. Because this isn’t a brand that makes adapters and cables on the side, it’s their main focus as a brand. It’s easy to see that focus in the design of their products. Here you’ll notice gold plated connection terminals on the ends of the adapter, helping to protect the connections from corrosion.

Warranty

Because as long as you don’t end up with a dud, and as long as you’re not subjecting the adapter to extreme environmental conditions, just about any decent HDMI to DisplayPort adapter should serve the purposes of a non-mobile user. It really only needs to plug-in and work, right? Cable Distance

Details about the extent of our regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority are available from us on request. This Replacement policy does not cover products damaged as a result of an accident, abuse, misuse, natural or personal disaster, or any unauthorized disassembly, repair or modification. An active DisplayPort adapter converts both single-mode and dual-mode output, so your connected video sources don’t have to support DP++. The adapter performs the conversion from DisplayPort to VGA, DVI or HDMI instead of the source device. Active adapters/converters are ideal for use with graphic cards such as AMD Eyefinity™ that do not output dual-mode signals. displayport active How to Tell if a DisplayPort Adapter is Active or Passive

At a Glance

If you’re looking for top quality adapters and you’re willing to pay a little more, you might want to consider the StarTech.com HDMI to DisplayPort Converter. It’s not the right choice for everyone because it only runs about six inches in length. But for reliable adapters that are made to last forever, it’s tough to beat StarTech. Their considerable warranty and customer service are actually pretty respectable. The ATEN VC986 is an active adapter, featuring advanced chips which ensure stable video signal conversion even when the video source does not support dual-mode DisplayPort (DP++).* Moreover, support for resolutions up to 4K make this adapter ideal for users who require a high performance signal conversion solution. The VC986 is an active DisplayPort to HDMI adapter that allow you to connect your Mini DisplayPort/DisplayPort output device to the HDMI input of a 4K TV or other display. Do note that Cable Matters doesn’t ship any additional DisplayPort cable. So you will have to make that investment from your end. When you convert video from a source that uses DisplayPort or Mini DisplayPort to DVI or HDMI (ex: a computer to a monitor). Consider the difference between passive and active adapters.