I have not compared switch latency to Display Port, so would be curious if anyone here has impressions If you're wondering about Thunderbolt 2/3, it basically just routes DisplayPort over the Thunderbolt connection. Thunderbolt 2 supports DisplayPort 1.2, and Thunderbolt 3 supports DisplayPort 1.4 video. It's also possible to route HDMI 2.0 over Thunderbolt 3 with the right hardware. DisplayPort 1.0 was the first iteration of the technology. Introduced in 2006, it came with a data transfer rate of 8.64Gbps using four lanes. If the source supports dual-mode DisplayPort (also known as DP++), then you can use a passive adapter because the source can perform the conversion. If the source does not support DP++, then you mustuse an active converter, which includes additional chips to perform the conversion.

Finally comes the automotive or Type E HDMI connector, rarely found in everyday use and generally seen in automotive and industrial applications. DisplayPort is a digital interface for video and audio originally created by the Video Electronics Standard Association (VESA). DisplayPort cables are primarily used to connect a display device, such as a desktop monitor, laptop, or projector, to a video source like a CPU. DisplayPort connections are primarily available in two varieties: standard and mini. The smaller Mini DisplayPort can transmit signals identical to the standard DisplayPort variant. At its core, DisplayPort functions just like other data connection standards. The user must plug each end of the DisplayPort cable into the relevant devices with supporting slots. Once the physical connection is established, most modern-day devices automatically detect each other and complete configuration procedures automatically. For older devices, users might have to use the control panel of the display device to choose the DisplayPort input manually and set the compatible resolution and refresh rate. Apart from this, HDMI is ideal for use cases requiring ethernet support. The additional support for popular audio signals like Dolby also gives HDMI an edge over DisplayPort in more popular use cases.On the other hand, HDMI, which was created as a consumer electronics standard, comes with CEC support. This allows HDMI to control an entire entertainment system with a single remote control, including the primary device, connected display, and peripherals. Just like you wouldn’t buy non-branded clothing, why should you go in for non-certified DP cables. Non-certified DP cables, more often than not are not configured properly and might affect the functioning of the cable and the system it is connected to. Therefore while purchasing a DP cable, always ensure that it is a certified cable. This would ensure that you won’t face issues regarding the quality of the cable.

Finally, the HDMI standard does not specify exact dimensions and capabilities in terms of cable length. Generally, HDMI cables are shorter than DisplayPort cables and normally come in 2-meter lengths for optimum performance. For devices that offer a choice between DisplayPort 1.2 and HDMI 2.0, the latter may be preferred for HDR support. However, even in the case of HDMI, it is necessary for all devices in the setup to support the latest HDMI version. For instance, if a user wishes to enjoy the features of HDMI 2.0, the monitor and video card must both support HDMI 2.0 and not an earlier version. Next came DisplayPort 1.3 in 2014, with an enhanced transmission speed of 32.4Gbps and support for 4K (120Hz) and 8K (30Hz). This version also featured an improved RGB color ratio per pixel and mandatory dual-mode compatibility for related adapters. at a fixed 144 Hz refresh rate and 24-bit color works just fine on DisplayPort 1.2 or higher, as well as HDMI 2.0 or higher. Anything lower than that will also work without trouble on either connection type. About the only caveat is that sometimes HDMI connections on a monitor will default to a limited RGB range, but you can correct that in the AMD or Nvidia display options. (This is because old TV standards used a limited color range, and some modern displays still think that's a good idea. News flash: it's not.)HDMI is an abbreviation of ‘High Definition Multimedia Interface’, and it refers to an interface that is used for transferring HD data from one device and transferring it over to another.