HDMI Cables for Gaming, 8K, eARC: HDMI 2.1 & 2.0 Buying Guide

[@stopthefomo]

How much research did you do before you bought your HDMI cables?

[@Coloradocaliber]

I do mad research on everything I buy.

[@ye-rochawkins5432]

I don't do any really either. I just make sure it's able to do the bandwidth I need....which is only hi-speed. Belkin cables have a fanbase lol. I'm still rocking the factory PS4 PRO HDMI 2.0 cable, and another nicer cable from Walmart, that has lit up RGB ends.

[@ye-rochawkins5432]

@@Coloradocaliber I do too, to an extent, but not with HDMI cables anymore.... I've bought enough over the years. I have enough of them as it is. Some of them are older 1.4 cable's though.

[@ToniArcadia]

Researched for HDR and 4:2:2 for Xbox one x/Apple TV. Got Belkin HDMI and it works well on both devices using all the features. Thanks for the video it helps with the new tv OLED I am getting soon.

[@zerocool0BC]

How about fiber HDMI cable STF??

[@rachelpydiah4186]

Perfect plain simple English on the "WHAT hdmi CABLE SHOULD I BUY ??" Perfect delivery and consise information. 10/10 video breakdown.

[@peterharper9703]

Monoprice AND Cable Matters work great! HDMI 2.1 cost is not much if any more than HDMI 2.0; for me I’d buy the HDMI 2.1 just future proof buy one and done.

[@Mowglibaloo2]

The HDMI 2.1 cable is not that much more expensive. If you have X900h or you plan to upgrade, you might as well buy the better cable.

[@DrMasonStorm]

Hi FOMO! Thanks for all the great videos. The expensive AudioQuest HDMI cables you mentioned are not for home theater use; I can’t imagine them making a big enough difference to be worth their price in such a use case. They are really only for use in ultra high-end HiFi audio systems, where cables make a very big difference in the sound for critical listening. This week I obtained one such cable, and am using it as the I2S interface cable from a PS Audio SACD transport into a Holo Audio May KTE DAC. The main transducer system I use with this setup is a HiFiMan electrostatic headphone system, which is known as a ruthless microscope into the source material. In a system with this kind of resolving power, it is VERY easy to hear the difference cables make, this signal cable being no exception. But again, it is most definitely NOT for use in a home theater rig, where neither the sound equipment nor the video signal could possibly be made that much different by it while simply playing a movie.

[@falvegas511]

One of only 2 presenters of HDMI capabilities (of a Half Dozen I Watched) that actually has his head Screwed On. Excellent presentation Technically, And Excellent Speaking - Articulation and Cadence. Good Job..............

[@jessevomund3502]

Bought 5 hdmi 48gb cables, 3 just flat out didn’t work, one would work randomly but almost always cuts out,finally ponied up for an audioquest cable and haven’t had a problem since….I honestly never believed that paying that much made sense until I had to and now when it comes to my high end toys I will always buy them. Setup is lg cx, Ps5, Xbox series x, and finally bringing in the sound with the lg sn11rg.

[@3chrizzl]

Great video! My 2c on Audioquest cables based on my experience using and selling them-- for video, i doubt anyone would notice any difference at all. Either they work or they dont. For audio, it is a whole 'nother ball game. I've done the tests, and you can clearly hear a difference from a $5 cable to a $50 or hundred dollar one. Beyond that, clearly diminishing returns. With that being said, we are talking about speakers that are at minimum 2 grand for a pair with high end receivers etc to hear the difference. if you are using a home-theater-in-a-box or soundbar, of course the exotic cables aren't worth it. Point #2--for people who are building a 10k, 25k, 50k, 100k home theater, they arent going to hook everything together with a $8 cable. In the grand scheme of things, a $75 or $150 cable is pretty cheap. Looking forward to more content!

[@richellebrittain2127]

If it's analog (including speaker wire on modern digital AVRs), an audiophile MIGHT be able to tell the difference between cheap & expensive cables. Nearly everything else is now digital; as long as the next device receives it accurately it will be perfect.

[@nicholasvonrhine6311]

I am currently using cheap ten yr old HDMI cables on my modern TV and they perform great.

[@gabeh711]

Thank you for this review!! Just recently discovered you guys when shopping for my new OLED. Clicked your link, bought the cables. Liked and subscribed too! Keep up the good work!

[@InfectedElite]

i use Zeskit Maya 2.1 HDMI Cable. Works amazing. my old cables (one included with the ps5, and amazon basics etc,) had black screen flickering and drop outs. Zeskit fixed it. 0 dropouts all week

[@TheHabitualWordsmith]

I've been using the stock Series X 2.1 cable on my 4K/120 TV and I've been having the same issues you were experiencing. I'm hoping this Monoprice one he's promoting has the same success as your Zeskit, just ordered it.

[@greg6162]

@@TheHabitualWordsmith be careful with promotion videos. Not saying it’s a bad cable but he’s definitely pushing his own link. You don’t have to overspend but no reason to underspend. I’m a firm believer in you get what you pay for. I also know Amazon can have QC issues and would rather spend $15 on a future proof 2.1 cable of decent build quality knowing it’s going to last at least a decade… as it should. Using cheap subpar materials is a crapshoot for longevity. Again you don’t need $100 cable but I’m a buy once cry once guy. However, I wouldn’t spend over $30 on a cable and if I’m spending $20-$30 it’s because I want a braided cable that’s fairly flexible because I’m afraid it could put undo stress (probably not though) on the hdmi port. But something to be said for future proofing because HDMI 2.1 is good enough

[@TheHabitualWordsmith]

@@greg6162 I appreciate the advice. I ended up going with a different cord that I looked into and I haven't really had any further drop out image issues, save for once in a blue, and I'm chalking that up to running 120hz in Destiny 2 PVP, which is notoriously bad for that and usually the only place the drop out happens.

[@jaimem1788]

I think it's worth it looking for the premium certified label for HDMI 2.0 cables and ultra certified for HDMI 2.1 when buying HDMI cables. I say this since I've tested plenty of HDMI cables and lot of noname brands aren't able to hit the minimum required 18gbps just for the HDMI 2.0 causing all kinds of annoying drops or other mysterious issues making it tough to troubleshoot bad TV, console, Apple TV, etc.. Quick way to test this is to try enabling or running RGB 4K@60hz since that will hit near the 18gbps limit 4K 60 4:4:4 (no HDR) = 17.82Gbps. Also won't be able to enable HDR in Windows 10 with weaker cables since won't handle higher required bandwidth! Cheaper cables won't be able to do it and I'd return those or get rid of them.

[@stopthefomo]

agreed

[@HopefulPessimist]

@@stopthefomo doesn't your audio receiver have a 8K cable test I watched another channel with a 2700h and he did a cable test by plugging the input to the output. Once he plugged the AK input to the output it did test at 40 GB per second... Doesn't your 3500 have the same capability?

[@pironi2405]

True, I will continue to buy Audioquest or other renowned brands because experience is experience, isolation is very important and cheaper manufacturers do not have that.

[@devilmaycry383]

Thanks for the information i'll have a look at monoprice's HDMI 2.1 cable once Sony adds the HDMI 2.1 update for the Sony 55 XH90 Bravia TV which i'm currently using.

[@chrisbullock6477]

I've been a fan of the Secur-O-Max Braided HDMI 1.4b, 2.0 and I recently purchased the 2.1 version for my new LG E9.

[@Techno4more]

How are you a fan of a cable lol

[@toxy3580]

There is no such thing as a 1.4 or 2.1 cable lmfao the ""1.4 cable"" would run any 2.1 HDMI lol

[@that1shortguy186]

Thank you, you just settled what display im going to get for my ps5

[@mr.roboto8324]

I just got the Sony bravia x900h, waiting for the 2.1 upgrade that will be coming soon. Going to order the 13 dollar cable you mentioned. Thanks your knowledge is appreciated. 🤘

[@gamingvibes4ktechvibes757]

Belkin HDMI 2.1 cable user here. I like the thickness of the cable making it also easy to route.

[@ernestohernandez9370]

I got those when they first came out like 2 yrs ago.

[@ernestohernandez9370]

are those good even or is there better ultra high speed cables?

[@gamingvibes4ktechvibes757]

@Ernesto Hernandez Yeah bought another one week after. I mean, they are Ultra high speed ethernet cables with 48gbp bandwidth. Any cablr with these specs will do, just dont buy snake oil cables like Audio quest lol.

[@geolopez914]

Wow just dished out $3000 for a Samsung Q800T....And here I am wondering how much I’m going to have to pay for new 8K hdmi wires. You sir are a godsend and I thank you very much for your input on this topic! Straight forward and Cheap prices for cables that do the job!

[@trumpameri1638]

Next gen console PS5 or Xbox X will be 4k 60fps max.... 2.0 hdmi cable will be perfectly fine and also everyone who buy new model console will get one good quality hdmi cable.... I still use hdmi cable what i receive with ps4pro and working top

[@houman2009]

Love the background music man 👌🏼👏🏻🙌🏼

[@Shifty_Malone]

Thank you, now I'm just waiting for the shorter 2.1 cables to be in stock.

[@toxy3580]

No such thing as a 2.1 cable. Your current HDMI cable is exactly the same.

[@SCTR7]

Awesome channel. No nonsense information. Much appreciated bud

[@tsgt2007]

I wish you can do a cable comparison with some HDMI cables that will be really cool.

[@markpowell4701]

Thanks for clearing up an usage of length and Gbps requirements.

[@robertphillips4155]

Thanks for the info. For me, the reason to spend a few dollars more and get HDMI 2.1 is so I don’t have to buy new cables as I upgrade my equipment. The difference in price is minuscule. Especially if you are running them through the walls. I have an old TV but just got a Sonos Arc. For various reasons I need some new cables. My TV is too old for ARC but the Sonos sound bar is capable of eARC. Spending a few dollars more and getting 2.1 means I don’t have to buy new cables later when I upgrade my TV.

[@elr77]

Looking TV definitely doesn't do 4K120hz HDMI 2.1. However, plan is to upgrade the graphics card on my PC to something that will be able to push a minimum 4K@60fps and ideally 4K@120fps with HDR enables and ultra visual settings. So may just go with the HDMI 2.1 cabless

[@sleepinglama14]

Any "HDMI 2.1" cables are just Premium Certified cables with a different name on them. There currently isn't a certification that rates cables to 48 Gbps.

[@eventhorizon2873]

Cheaper cables are more vulnerable to interference, thats why the expensive ones are thicker, also in longer versions, wich is what fomo said, the cheap ones dont work longer then 20 feet. What most people also dont know, is that ferro's and non ferro components have to match otherwise or both start to oxidize when there is moisture in the air or you life near the ocean(chlorides), But mainly these cables are for pro's and the input/output components are only be found in high class professional audio video products, and im not talking about products like sonos etc products for the mainstream. Of course these brands have to sell their products they dont hang on to only pro users, so there are way too many of them in store, but there is a huge profit for stores if the try to sell those cables to consumers.

[@davidnelson1031]

I loved the video, great information, I'd like to see the blind test of the premium HDMI cable to see if you can see "the last 2%"

[@TisiphonesShadow]

For people who live in high-RFI/EMI environments (apartment complexes, large office buildings, etc.) a high-quality SHIELDED cable is critical for good sound/ picture. THAT is worth paying for.

[@im_so_zoned]

I have always been an early adopter so this is very helpful, I appreciate it! I just bought the Sony X900H with eventual hdmi 2.1 support and hope to preorder the PS5. Looking forward to next gen!

[@Manic.miner2077]

As someone who has spent big money on expensive hdmi cables for a pretty decent home cinema setup I honestly can’t tell the difference between cheap and expensive cables.

[@Jack96993]

I have the LG CX and Emotiva XMC 2 and both support 2.1 HDMI so its a no Brainerd for me on which one to get l have the Xbox one X and have a 2.0 HDIM cable already Very good informative vid on HDIMI cables, job well done!!

[@othman0077]

for consoles PS5 and XSX both will come with HDMI 2.1 cable 6 feet so don't be hurry just buy hdmi 2.1 cable if you need more than 6 feet or PC graphics card

[@AMUSTYPANDA]

What should I get an adapter if I want to use a monitor for Xbox series x ?

[@othman0077]

@@AMUSTYPANDA yes buy an adapter if your display doesn't have hdmi port

[@AMUSTYPANDA]

Othman 007 so should everyone stop worry about buying a future monitor with hmdi 2.1 input and just save the money?

[@centralscrutinizer9591]

Great video, never fall for the "Monster cable" bs.

[@shawncolton9507]

2.1 cables are backwards compatible. Plugging a 2.1 cable into a 2.0 port will work just fine.

[@kens4838]

Don't buy expensive cables. This is the same back in the monster cable days where they tried to make it seem like you needed an expensive cable to get a good connection. Today we use a digital signal which is 1s and 0s and not analog where a high quality cable made sense for a better signal. If the cable is able to send a digital signal that's good enough.

[@MS-kt1vs]

Iv just ordered the Q95T, so will need the second wire. Can’t wait. The CX isn’t good for bright rooms which I have, plus burn in and also only transmit up to 40gb. The Q95T has a lot higher contrast and is brighter, apart from darker blacks in the OLED. Samsung is the winner for me.

[@geolopez914]

And yeah....You just got a new Sub!

[@craigosterberg5045]

Don’t over pay. For hdmi cables. Get them at Amazon or E Bay for 15 dollars or less.

[@bobs8005]

Be careful for HDMI 2.1. Many don’t have HDCP 2.3 and could screw you in a couple years

[@arcaneusumbra1539]

@@bobs8005 what's that?

[@bobs8005]

Arcaneus Umbra 48gbps is what the standard speed is for hdmi 2.1. HDCP 2.3 is what is needed to transmit certain copyrighted data at some point in the future.

[@tes918]

Bought a Panasonic UB820 UHD player and replaced an Oppo blue ray player. I began to have momentary blackouts when viewing UHD movies. Bought a 8K rated HDMI cable 2.1 to replace a 2.0 HDMI cable and problem was solved.

[@soumyodipkanrar3032]

Thanks for the clarification about eARC issue with 18 Gbps cables.

[@richellebrittain2127]

As long as the cable is certified "HDMI High Speed with Ethernet" it should work with ARC or eARC. "High Speed" is 18 Gbps; ARC & eARC use the HDMI wires originally intended for Ethernet (a mostly redundant feature when most devices have WiFi).

[@arjunsamuel]

Amazingly informative video. Thank you. I'll be sticking to 2.0 HDmi that doesn't cost an arm and a leg.

[@DaveBoxBG]

Once I had a cable that worked out of the box for my PC and monitor fine, and at some point I started watching some visualization on my screen with fast moving images and the screen went black every time I run it on the desktop. It was not even a game. In games the cable also worked... The cable was made to just "work" until it met something that caused not to work... I got faster cable and no more problems after that.

[@Waxcito210]

His videos are the only ones that answer my questions

[@EddySoeparmin]

This is pretty awesome, and I learn a lot from your video so no more expensive cables. :)

[@leifaregis6569]

After watching this im looking for a back up hdmi, i got the 2.1 monoprice 8k, i know i only got sony 4k led, but man this way better than my monster fiber hdmi, wish i can show it to you guys the different, monoprice performance is like $500, i only got it for 12 dint turn my tv like 8k but the sharpness the lifelike, and in gaming color morr vibrant more details good input lag, not trying to convince u guys but give it a try is really good save a lot of money too😎

[@trumpameri1638]

Tv 4k HDR (2.1hdmi 40-48gbps bandwidth ) LG OLED C9 or CX 4 port 2.1 .... Samsung Q90T 1 port 2.1 .....

[@Icemancomp25]

Great video. I know with new TVs and gaming consoles coming out this is a big topic. Thanks for breaking it down.

[@bootycollector69]

I love my Monoprice cables as well, I've been buying from them for years 😁

[@ghostface1621]

They aren't even certified as 2.1 48 gbps. Which means they arent

[@noodlescapone1320]

@@ghostface1621 which ones are them

[@taliban223ms3]

@@ghostface1621 they might be referring to 2.0

[@Bo_Hazem]

I paied 16 OMR ($41.6), 5 meters golden HDMI 2.0 just because I didn't find anything cheaper. Seems like a dumb investment. Thanks for the details!

[@HelveticaBold1]

For short runs just buy a Monoprice certified HDMI cable, the end. Longer run thats a different story...

[@xKillZone99]

Monoprice 2.1 cables were proven to be fake 2.0 cables pretending to be 2.1

[@HelveticaBold1]

@@xKillZone99 hence why they're not certified.

[@xKillZone99]

@@HelveticaBold1 better yet they're 18gbps cables claiming to be 48 gbps

[@PlanetFrosty]

Great job on talking about cables!

[@gaming-zombie1392]

I have a cable it's for 4K & 8K... It works okay but need a new 4K HDR10 TV... Moving to NY had me Leave my TV sad it was best TV I ever had 4K HDR for $320 at Wal-Mart it was Hisensee "43" H6 series from 2018...

[@jman7481]

Hope your move went smoothly and batman was also my favorite hero as a kid still is same with green arrow

[@BThorngaard]

Just be aware that a real HDMI 2.1 certified cable has not arrived to the market yet. Structured Cable Products (SCP) will be the first to deliver. And they will be reference cable to anyone else, who want to launch a HDMI 2.1 cable.

[@drewl8493]

thank you for being an awesome source of information. you are very informative, but also treat your audience with respect, and as you relay the information, you are slow enough pace, so that people understand rather than talking really fast and we can't keep up or comprehend . thank you.. again

[@BerryTemporary]

I bought the VIZIO V Series 2020 that has HDMI 2.1 but only is 4K 60hz. Why put the HDMI 2.1 if it doesn’t go to 120hz?

[@jpthreebf3]

Iv recently bought the same TV.. Curious to see what he says.

[@kraiglavon4793]

Hi great video and thanks for the info!!!! I seen on Amazon where they offered a ultra slim version are there any difference between the the two besides one slim

[@residentCJ]

Wikipedia say hdmi 2.0 will do only 4k60 anD NOT 4k120. A ps5 wont show 4k120 via hdmi 2.0 even without hdr .

[@blackswanmtg]

You are much kinder than I. Cables get overpriced because of the ridiculous profit margin companies can get on them from consumers who don't know better. Back in the day, when we were all using analog, yes better cables likely impacted the sound/video given that the output of the cable was determined about how well electrical signal could traverse it. Now? Everything is digital and using codecs that have built-in error-correction at multiple layers. The odds are astonishingly high that the cable would make much of a difference. But stores (and consumers) got used to asking $100's for gold-tipped awesome cables back in the analog days, and when we moved to digital, consumers (who didn't know) just assumed it was the same paradigm. Of course stores and manufacturers were happy to oblige. Pure greed and preying on those who don't know better or think they know better.

[@gusdmh]

Just got the Sony bravia x900h. Especially because of the ps5 coming out. It needs the 2.1 firmware upgrade that Sony promised, esp. to be used for the ps5. I'll get the 2.1 cable. $13. Can't complain.

[@cheese9812]

speaker cables are different. quality matters for those

[@swifty1969]

bought the monoprice hdmi 2.0 premium certified 15" and I kept getting random blank screens. Then I decided to go for Audioquest Ocean 12". Bought at half price used from Ebay and couldn't be happier. I never experienced any kind of random blank screen with audioquest. Perfect sharpness and color.

[@jman7481]

Interesting

[@TomGeek1980]

I have a LG 4K tv and the 2.0 cables I used never showed the tv properly. The cables I got were brand name from a site dedicated to selling cables and other things. Once I got hdmi 2.1 everything changed for the better and i didn't touch any settings. Only changed the cable.

[@ramblinrandal]

Thanks for the no BS, no-nonsense advice/information. I use Amazon Basic and Monoprice 2.0 cables with my Samsung 4K set. - 6" cables and one 25' to my laptop. All work perfectly - of course, I mostly stream content and watch dvd/blu-ray discs. But I'm an OF. Subscribed.

[@esposexy2210]

Thanks, FOMO. Now, my wife has a hairy vagina, do you have advice on that?

[@stuartpierce3691]

At the 7 minute 48 second mark you say you are showing an HDMI 2.1 Certified cable? Last I heard the HDMI 2.1 Compliance Test Specification (CTS) for Ultra High Speed HDMI Cables was not released yet? I don't see the Ultra High Speed HDMI Certification Label?

[@williamstrickland4560]

You heard correct, No CTS nor testing lab yet - therefore NO certified cable.

[@Mental_Illboy]

Thanks man this video really helped me!

[@WarpedTrekker]

These HDMI 2.1 cables are not just for 8k TV's/devices. 2.1 is needed for next gen consoles to output 4k@120Hz and HDR on a 4K TV.

[@Biglover29]

16k??! Why do we have to keep going up and up? Isn't 8k enough? 4k seems like enough for me. Jeez.

[@ShallowDepression]

With that attitude we'd still be stuck on 720p.

[@eumeliovazquezjr1630]

Not until 100k or until it dose not matter anymore but 8k dose not matter right now so it’s just marketing lies

[@Techno4more]

The problem is getting content to 4k and higher. Internet is still not widely capable of streaming 4k without compression let alone anything higher

[@eumeliovazquezjr1630]

Fearbleeds is that true even if you have 1 gig internet?

[@eumeliovazquezjr1630]

bombflo1 there are videos here on KZbin that compare 4K to 1080 and it is hard to tell the difference in anything

[@CorruptionDee]

I agree with everything you've stated, with caveats. I have a Sony 75X940E, which is only 4k 60hz with HDR 10 and Dolby Vision. It has no HDMI 2.1 features like eARC, etc. I also have an LG 65C9 with 4 HDMI 2.1 ports. Nothing on the market right now, until the Xbox Series X is released, supports HDMI 2.1. However, with both sets, using just any HDMI 2.0 cables Apple TV 4K will either not work, or be extremely finicky. If you recall, Apple marketed an "official" HDMI cable for it by Belkin that was HDMI 2.1 compatible. I swore it was a scam, but after trying numerous high quality cables, nothing worked. So I tried the "official" Belkin cables for the Apple TV 4K, and voila, like magic everything worked. I've also had success with the Zeskit premium Cinema HDMI cables that allegedly provide 20Gbps-ish of bandwidth. For everything else, including 4k Blu-ray, cheaper, quality, HDMI 2.0 cables worked perfectly. The Apple TV 4k is an outlier, and not indicative of 99% of devices. However, other people have reported issues getting eARC to work on the LG C9 as well with many HDMI 2.0 cables, so if you have a C9 and the price difference is relatively small, go with a decent HDMI 2.1 cable, as they are fully backwards compatible.

[@trumpameri1638]

No gaming PS5 or Xbox X in 4k120fps upgrade maybe is PS5 PRO in next few years.... but also this is big maybe

[@dtbrown1978]

I think you just created your next video! Buy a audioquest or high end cable and test vs your cables. See if you can tell a difference or not!

[@toxy3580]

You can't its a digital signal

[@bradhaughton6698]

I stick to the rocketfish HDMI cable

[@lllukiosas59]

Lol

[@eurostar0711]

I remember when Monoprice cables were like 2 bucks. I used to buy all my cables on monoprice back in 2008-2012 and their HDMI cables were like 2 bucks, bought some 20 foot cables for 4 bucks. I literally bought every cable i needed from monoprice, USB, ethernet, HDMI, everything. Did the company get bought out? Might explain why their prices went up sharply.

[@georged1788]

Great vid; very helpful. Thanks. Definitely going to subscribe.

[@heman691]

Fibre optic HDMI 2.1 is the king now.

[@AJJJ-co2vd]

I have an LG 4k 120hz nano cell tv w 10bit display. I can tell you gaming on an Xbox one X hdmi 2.1 makes a noticeable difference. Everything looks more 3D, more detailed and better sound too. Thanks so glad I upgraded 🙌 I even hard to recalibrate my Xbox HDR because I was getting a wider range of colors.

[@scottlowell493]

120HZ NEEDS higher bandwidth than 18. My display/switching was screwed up until I went to 8K cable/HDMI 2.1. Additionally, in the past, off brand HDMI were very fragile and would break with a slight bend. All my old HDMI got thrown out.

[@leifaregis2554]

I played COD coldwar at 4k 120hz on my CX HDR logo pop up in performance mode looks amazing and im only using old CARBON audioquest 2.0, that im using for 5years now. so HDMI 2.1 not necessary maybe in 3years more.

[@johnmossjr1898]

Okay I have the Hisense U8H and I need a longer cable for the arc and EARC port so I can hook up my soundbar

[@diskob0]

Why should I buy a 2.0 cable now when I need one later anyway? I have an LG C9 and as soon as the new NVIDIA graphics cards came out, I had to buy a 2.1 cable again. This makes no sense to me. And by the way 4K120 is not possible with 2.0 at least you can't set it in the driver. 1440p120 works fine.

[@HegoDamaskII]

Exactly

[@eddieb1244]

Excellent info Samsung 80a & Yamaha 6a. Where do I run my HDMI cable from avr to which hdmi slot Tv. Listen to lots of Bluetooth & Movies THX 4 ur time

[@RodneyRicoWillis]

Thank You Very much for this info! Great Vid as usual

[@deerock3350]

I bought $40 Belkin HDMI a year ago and at the time it was advertised HDMI 2.1 . I was thinking of getting a second cable then noticed they removed 2.1 from there description. Apparently they are not 2.1. I decided to purchase iVANKY HDMI 2.1 instead for $20.

[@drsg9124]

I have old hdmi cables from years ago, and newer ones from monoprice pretty sure they are hdmi 2.0. Just got done wall mounting my older sony a1e TV and just want to get hdmi 2.1 cables to fish inside my wall to avoid future aggravation even though my TV does not support most hdmi2.1 functions. I'll prob just worry about it later and use what I have

[@jankerson1]

With the consoles they aren't going to get 4K 120 FPS anyway, nor with MOST PCs unless they have a high end graphics card like an RTX 2080Ti. But then it depends on the HDMI ports also. The best PC monitors are DISPLAY Port so (Also with HDMI ports, but DISPLAY Port is better) ... HDMI is mainly a TV thing so people have to be careful here and read the specs of their hardware.

[@jadutch7361]

Nice breakdown!!.😊

[@dagreatberich1070]

Cable Matters brand on Amazon goes for 11$ - (Cable Matters 48Gbps Ultra 8K HDMI Cable with 8K 120Hz and HDR Support - 2m, 6.6 Feet)

[@richardprosser5026]

That’s spooky. I have a q900r 75” but developed a fan fault so turns itself off for safety. Put up with that for 7 months and bought a new q85” 950tst a few months ago and yes I agree somethings were better on the old 8k tv but the aesthetics of the new e

[@richardprosser5026]

Is great. Gaming is definitely better with 2.1 hdmi . Also with earc is an upgrade from the q900r. Been waiting 4 days for the Bose soundbar 900 to replace some of my Bose lifestyle 650 pieces. Can use the 2 subs and rear surround speakers, so hopefully will be an upgrade with atmos. Thanks for the vid, just purchased a few 8k cables. The cables I bought support Dolby vision, would they still be compatible with Dolby atmos? Thanks

[@rorytaylor626]

The two cables are so close in price, why not just get the HDMI 2.1 cable so that you are future-proofing your setup for when you do get a nicer tv or a next gen gaming console etc? What's $3 or $4 when you're spending hundreds, if not thousands on a new tv?

[@jman7481]

Exactly

[@MrLuigi-oi7gm]

Exactly.

[@Kevinb1821]

Even a console you don’t need a 2.1 cable. The only thing that needs a 2.1 is a high end tv connected to a pc with a minimum nvidia 3080 or a Radeon 6800xt to achieve that kind of bandwidth. Then you’ll see the difference. Xbox or PlayStation is never going to push that limit.

[@alfonsovazquez3017]

You are awesome and very informative my friend. Thank you for the help.

[@wisperone11]

Super helpful! Subscribed

[@Kerrogann]

Seems that it's harder to find Monoprice cables here in Europe (especially in France), the 2.0 is there, delivered with Amazon Prime, but no trace of 2.1 HDMI Monoprice cable :( Here for 2.1, Amazon's Choice is LcueGuk and it costs 20€ (around 18$) But I think I won't buy a 2.1 cable, since I want one for the PS5, but I believe they will pack an HDMI cable inside the box. Just like the HDMI cable that's shipped with the PS4 Pro is a 2.0.

[@rollcats1290]

What is that 1-2% additional performance those fancy cable makers are claiming? Premium cables are kinda silly for a digital formats. I think cable makers just had to adopt from the analog days and still pretend that cable quality can actually matter.

[@eljin_2004]

Just subbed,really appreciate your efforts on making this videos. I just wanted to ask what's best HDMI cable for Sony Bravia KD55 XH900 with PS4? Have a nice day!

[@MrMoonrocks22]

Great video FOMO! Thank you Sir!

[@abap-gaming]

hdmi 2.0 seems to be limited to 4:2:0 + HDR @ 60hz. Is 4:4:4 Chroma Subsampling + hdr noticeably better?

[@sleepinglama14]

Text is noticably clearer with 4:4:4 chroma

[@Hotobu]

@@sleepinglama14 As well as the color depth. Hardly noticeable in some movies, somewhat noticeable in games, instantly noticeable on desktop content.

[@SupremacyRaa]

You should talk about and compare hdmi fiber optic cables. 30ft+

[@Sir_Brennan]

AudioQuest cables are marked up anywhere between 3-5x higher by the companies who sell them. They're not actually that expensive when retailers buy them from AudioQuest. But those retailers then flip them with a 500% price increase. A $360 10' AudioQuest HDMI cable only cost the retailer around $70 to actually get on their shelf. It's insane

[@jessepotter365]

Good breakdown. I would suggest just buying a 2.1 cable at this point because everything is going to 2.1 and one day you may need a 2.1 cable. So, it's either cheap out now and buy another cable later or buy a cable that will last for years to come. With that said, don't spend $60-$80 on an hdmi cable. Just get a cheaper one that supports the spec.

[@caserio323]

hi i just got today my Vizio OLED 65 tv can you tell me what hdmi i can used the 8k for my tv experience and for the PS5 coming up grate video keep it up. hope you can point one cable link i will get it today thanx

[@melraine919]

Splendid! Very good and informative information nice one and thank you Stop the FOMO 👍 UK

[@waycoolscootaloo]

Typically cheap but well made HDMI cables are very reliable up to 15ft. Going over 15ft is often when cheaper cables tend to start to get issues though due to cross talk or other reasons. Good cables like Monster Cable or other brands will extend the reliability up to 20ft or slightly more. But 30ft? Or longer? You will need HDMI fiber. Typically 20 to 22ft is the cut off for solid reliability from good quality made cables from what I have seen. I dunno, if it's an outside interference issue, you could wrap your cable in aluminum foil perhaps? LOL! Who knows! 😅 But solid built but cheap cables should be able to handle 15ft without issue. I've used them and have never had an issue. I do have some Monster Cable as well. But only because I got them a bit cheaper. I can tell they are built with premium materials. But that will likely only get you an extra 5ft at the end of the day. HDMI copper wire isn't really made for over 20ft runs.