Super ultra-high definition, otherwise known as 8k, is the future of video. This USB C adapter is at the forefront of technology and is plug-and-play ready by DP 1.4 standards. StarTech.com offer this essential adapter because they know users want the best picture possible, and with supported resolution up to 7680x4320 @ 60Hz, users should have no problem viewing the next generation of stunning video.

8k is the best resolution available, but not only does it fully support a 4320p monitor, it’s also backwards compatible with 4k and 5k displays. Users can feel secure knowing that their adapter is ready for when 8k becomes mainstream.

With the addition of a USB C port on the adapter, users can power devices with up to 60 Watts of power delivery. Charge phones, laptops, and tablets while displaying UHD video on an external screen.

DisplayPort 1.4 provides a massive range of benefits to this generation of cable. Bandwidths of 32.4Gbps and HBR3 (High Bit Rate 3) mean that the cable can deliver the maximum amount of data in Gbps, making it possible to connect a variety of different displays with this adapter.

For richer colour and contrast, this DisplayPort cable supports HDR (High Dynamic Range) and allow the best picture quality to be displayed.

StarTech’s cable also has forward error correction in this 1.4 version, which allows the display to only take the data that is correct and ignore any redundant transmission. On top of that is added security for a safer data transfer connection via HDCP 2.2 (High-Bandwidth Content Protection) and is the latest version of copy protection with more advanced encryption.

It’s fully capable of connecting with your DP 1.2 equipment. On earlier versions, this connector will allow videos and pictures to be shown at the maximum resolution of the display.

Users can add an extra 8k monitor to their set up, or two additional 4k screens, with this type C converter and boost productivity on an ultra high-definition monitor.

Plus, incorporate surround sound with capability for 7.1 audio channels.

Take this DP dongle with you on the go whether you’re hot desking or working between different locations. It’s compact and lightweight and fits easy in your laptop bag or rucksack. Save space in your bag and money in your pocket by not needing two separate cables with this 2-in-1 USB adapter feature. This means you can deliver lectures and presentations on the move knowing you’re prepared for a range of connections.

A great feature of this USB C connector is that it doesn't require any additional software to be downloaded to use it. With no set up needed, this active adapter is incredibly easy to use, it’s truly plug and play. It has a low profile and is extremely lightweight, making it highly portable for those days out of the office or in the presentation room.

• Lightweight and compact design
• Highly portable
• DisplayPort version 1.4
• 1x DP female connector
• 2x USB C ports, 1x male, 1x female
• 8K resolution @ 60Hz
• Backwards compatible with DP 1.2
• Save space by not carrying around two separate cables
• Compatible with macOS, Windows including Windows 10, Chromebook and Linux
• Supports 7.1 audio channels
• Plug and play
• Maximum bandwidth of 32.4Gbps
• Add an additional DisplayPort display to your setup
• Bus powered
• Thunderbolt 3 compatible
• Supports High Bit Rate 3
• Supports HDR
• Backwards compatible with 4k and 5k
• Supports forward error correction
• High-bandwidth content protection 2.2
• Charge laptops, phones and tablets with 60W power deliver

Users can use the DisplayPort cable to give presentations, displaying photography and videography. For gamers, visuals and audio are more lifelike. Take this into the office or use in the classroom, it’s lightweight and compact, slide this into your laptop bag and be ready wherever you go.

An active cable, such as this adapter, has an active conversion that allows it to perform the conversion itself, inside the wire, rather than use the source device.

Users can do this simple conversion with this StarTech.com adapter cable. Simply plug the display and host in at either end, and the active cable converts the signal to the intended display.

8k supports 7680x4320 pixels.

Yes, they are. This StarTech.com cable is backwards compatible with 4k and 5k displays.

• 1x USB C to DisplayPort and USB C Adapter