Enabling Dp To Dvi Support: Choosing The Right Displayport Cable

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Selecting video output cables is as necessary as setting up a workstation for gaming or professional applications or trying to connect devices in the home for proper viewing. One commonly asked question of those looking to connect their systems via cabling—between the device and monitor/projector—is what cabling allows for that connection. 
Such cable connections are increasingly common as the relative connecting option offers relative output. A DP to DVI cable is critical in facilitating this connection from the DP source to the receiving DVI unit. Luckily, out of all the options, the best DisplayPort cable will be the most user-friendly for these connections. 
Understanding DisplayPort and DVI 
Prior to assessing which cable reigns supreme, it's important to understand the two video standard connections. 
These two cables are quite similar in that there are two types of cables: the DisplayPort (DP) and the Digital Visual Interface (DVI). DisplayPort is a digital display interface as a computer peripheral and was developed by VESA (Video Electronics Standards ...
... Association). The cable sends high-definition video and audio signals to a display and can support higher rates and resolution. It even boasts technology that allows users to daisy chain multiple monitors through a single port. 
DVI, on the other hand, is an older video standard and is found on many older analogue monitors and projectors. DVI transmits an analog and/or digital signal. Still, it does not possess the higher refresh rates or higher resolutions of the more modern connections through HDMI or DisplayPort. 
Key Features to Look for in the Best DisplayPort Cable
If you're ever in the market for a reliable site to purchase your cables, SF Cables is the best option, as we also provide in-home delivery and installation. Thus, below are considerations for the best DisplayPort cables when assessing products.
Resolution Support :
The perfect DisplayPort cable will support perfect resolutions and refresh rates, which means you're not only getting everything possible from your monitor but also the necessary compatibility. 
For gaming, you'll need, at a minimum, a 1080p resolution and a 60Hz supported cable (unless you do video editing/design work with this setup, in which case, you'll need more). If you're playing games on this system with 144Hz or rendering/creating 4K content, you will be better off with a more highly rated cable (DisplayPort 1.2 or 1.4) to ensure seamless, latency-free rendering.
Quality and Durability- 
Although quality standards may not be associated with cables, the best DisplayPort cable is quality-compatible with longevity. Cables with quality connectors, quality strain relief, and quality construction—braided nylon or PVC jackets—stand up to daily use. 
Compatibility:
In addition, there's a compatibility concern. A DP to DVI cable will only function for its designed use on a device or monitor that has DVI functionality. Also, certain DisplayPort to DVI cables are directional and only function one way—D connected to the computer and the monitor with the DVI side plugged in. Always ensure before purchasing that your particular cable is compatible with your output DisplayPort device as well as your input DVI device.
Active vs. Passive Cables
Not all DP to DVI cables are created equal. Some cables are “passive,” meaning they transmit a signal without requiring additional power. Others are “active,” which means they have a built-in chip to convert the signal. Active DP to DVI cables are necessary when converting from a DisplayPort signal to a DVI monitor that doesn’t natively support the signal type. 
Passive cables work when the DisplayPort device and the DVI monitor are compatible without requiring conversion. SF Cables has a wide range of products at the most affordable prices too, you can definitely consider making your purchase from our site for the best deals. 
Conclusion
Depending on the resolution, refresh rate, and whether you need an active or passive DisplayPort to DVI cable, the best DisplayPort cable out there is relative and we at SF Cables are here just to lead you to the right purchasing decision for cables. That means you don’t have to worry about the physical build, compatibility issues, or performance when choosing a cable to connect your DisplayPort device to a DVI monitor.

Jennifer Truong is the owner of SF Cable, a California based online retailer of all kind of cables, wires, cords, and other related accessories for computers and other consumer electronics. SF Cable is well known in the market for providing high-quality products at low prices by sourcing them directly from manufacturers. Jennifer has extensive experience in the cable industry and has been instrumental in the growth of SF Cable and in establishing it as one of the leading providers of cables online.