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[sg_popup id=”1″ event=”onload”][\/sg_popup]Most motherboards and discrete video cards<\/a> these days come with a variety of video outs, allowing you to connect to just about any display still available. But what\u2019s the difference in these connections? Given the option, what\u2019s the best way to connect your PC to your display? Read on to learn more about HDMI vs DisplayPort vs DVI vs VGA.<\/p>\n

\"VGA\"<\/a>
VGA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

VGA (aka D-Sub)<\/strong><\/p>\n

We\u2019ll start with the oldest of the group. VGA (Video Graphics Array) is an analog video connection identifiable by its blue port and 15-pin connector that was originally introduced in 1987. Because it maxes out at a 640×480 resolution in standard modes, it\u2019s rare to see an LCD monitor with this input option, though some lower end GPUs and entry level motherboards do still offer it. Frankly though, if you\u2019re still connecting via VGA, you\u2019re long overdue for a display upgrade. Time to bite the bullet.<\/p>\n

Pros<\/strong> \u2013 connects to CRT monitors without an adapter<\/p>\n

Cons<\/strong> \u2013 Analog connection and lower resolution output means much less picture clarity and fewer colors;\u00a0Essentially obsolete;\u00a0Does not carry audio<\/p>\n

\"DVI\"<\/a>
DVI<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

DVI<\/strong><\/p>\n

DVI (Digital Video Interface) is essentially the digital replacement to VGA and has totally dominated the PC monitor connection arena for nearly 15 years. Known by its white plug, DVI comes in two common flavors \u2013 DVI-D, which is digital only, and DVI-I, which carries both the analog and digital signal. This means if you intend to connect a DVI to VGA adapter to a DVI port, make sure that port is DVI-I. Despite being a little long in the tooth, DVI is still universally available on all desktops and virtually all standard HD monitors.<\/p>\n

Pros<\/strong> \u2013 Fairly ubiquitous across virtually all PCs and HD monitors;\u00a0Dual link DVI (what ships today) is capable of resolutions up to 2560 x 1600 at 60Hz<\/p>\n

Cons<\/strong> \u2013 Does not support 4K;\u00a0Does not carry audio<\/p>\n

\"HDMI\"<\/a>
HDMI<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

HDMI<\/strong><\/p>\n

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is the digital standard for connecting virtually all peripherals \u2013 Blu ray players, gaming consoles, cable boxes, and home theater PCs \u2013 to standard 1080p TVs as well as many newer desktops and laptops. There have been six versions of HDMI since its inception, so be sure the version you have is capable of handling the resolutions of your display at your desired refresh rate. The most common is HDMI 1.4 which can do 2560×1600 @ 60Hz, 4096×2160 @ 30Hz, and 1920 x 1080 3D @ 24 Hz.<\/p>\n

Pros<\/strong> \u2013 carries audio and video streams in one cable;\u00a0Backwards compatible with DVI<\/p>\n

Cons<\/strong> \u2013 Can only handle a single video stream for one independent display per port;\u00a0Need HDMI 2.0 port and cable for 4K resolutions at 60 Hz<\/p>\n

\"DisplayPort\"<\/a>
DisplayPort<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

DisplayPort<\/strong><\/p>\n

DisplayPort is the newest of these display standards and visually very similar to HDMI with much of the same functionality. It\u2019s capable of handling multiple video and audio streams and display resolutions up to 7680×4320 @ 60Hz. DisplayPort is available on all 4K monitors and many newer 1080p models so if you\u2019re looking to future proof your video connection, DisplayPort is the way to go.<\/p>\n

Pros<\/strong> \u2013 capable of up to 8K resolutions at 60Hz refresh;\u00a0Support for Multi-Stream Transport, meaning connection of up to 3 independent displays per port via MST hub.<\/p>\n

Cons<\/strong> \u2013 No Consumer Electronics Control commands which allows for the control of multiple devices (like a Blu ray connected to an HDTV with a single remote)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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