Every HDMI and DisplayPort Generation Explained

HDMI and DisplayPort explained—from TMDS and lanes to HDMI 2.1 FRL and DisplayPort UHBR. Learn bandwidth math, chroma subsampling, DSC, and what Premium vs Ultra High Speed labels actually test for.

We cover what display cables move (audio, HDR, HDCP), every major HDMI generation through 48G-class modes, DisplayPort lane rates from HBR to UHBR, how pixels × color × refresh maps to Gbps, certified cable tiers, then real life: TV vs PC, eARC ports, docks, adapters, and weak links.

Perfect for PC builders and upgraders! Find out which cable tier fits your bitrate at the length you need.

⏱️ CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Intro
0:27 - What Display Cables Do
2:41 - HDMI from 1.x to 2.1
4:51 - DisplayPort from 1.x to 2.1
6:56 - Bandwidth, Resolution, Refresh, and DSC
8:56 - Cable Specs and Labeling
10:56 - HDMI vs DisplayPort in Real Life

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