Both AMD and NVIDIA graphics card software has custom output modes that can help to enable 4K 60Hz with 8-Bits per color channel and RGB or Y'CbCr 4:4:4 uncompressed video data.Set the display for Ultra HDMI Deep Color if available ( disabling this setting may cause limited refresh rate or display compression ).HDR is not supported by this adapter or by the DisplayPort 1.2 specification
For Windows 10, disable HDR for the connected display.The display may be limited to 30Hz refresh rate, or may have Y'CbCr 4:2:2 or 4:2:0 compression enabled when first connected.Recommendations for use with 4K HDR displays: Longer cables may not support 4K 60Hz with this adapter due to the limited power output of DisplayPort computer outputs.Recommended cable length not to exceed 6ft/2m.HDMI 2.0 (sometimes labeled "HDMI 60Hz") input.4K 60Hz capable display without HDR (See below for HDR limitations and recommendations).Intel UHD, NVIDIA, or AMD graphics controller capable of 4K 60Hz output.And the Gofanco and Cable Matters options use the older mini DisplayPort connector used by Thunderbolt 1 and 2, which you'll need if you're using an older MacBook or Microsoft Surface. ChoeTech and CableCreation both make highly capable HDMI cables that streamline the connection process. We've also included a few somewhat specialty items that can come in handy for many users. Speaking of hubs, the CalDigit is an especially powerful docking station that has all the capabilities of a high-end dock minus the Power Delivery passthrough. The BeEasy and Lention are both capable USB-C hubs with 4K output, but like many others, they only utilize HDMI 1.4 and are therefore limited to 30 hertz. While the Sabrent is pretty costly, it is a big step up, because it uses the HDMI 2.0 standard and can accommodate 2 4k monitors at 60 hertz, something that standard USB-C currently cannot do. The Uni is the simplest and doesn't actually require Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, but only a USB-C port with video capability.
If you need something that works with legacy devices as well as modern TVs, the Gofanco Adapter should do the trick.ĭepending on what kind of connectivity you need in addition to an HDMI connector, there are quite a few options to choose from here. The Anker PowerExpand+ is one of the most reliable hubs from a popular electronics company, and while the Lention Hub isn't as well known, it does promise to work with MacBooks. The Sabrent TH-W3H2 fully utilizes the Thunderbolt 3 standard and thus allows for dual 4K displays at 60 hertz, which is something the CalDigit Mini Dock can also boast. On the other hand, there are quite a few options that can fill broader needs. For what it's worth, many of these will also work with USB-C smartphones as long as the phone supports the DisplayPort Alt Mode protocol. The Cable Matters 201062, ChoeTech 1201BK, and CableCreation 90 Degree are all different models that combine the adapter with the cable itself, so you won't need to get a separate extension. If you just need something simple, the Uni F01 should get the job done, or the Cable Matters 101001 if you need a Thunderbolt 2 connection.