🎥🧠 USB-C • HDMI Video Cable

This cable uses USB-C’s DisplayPort Alternate Mode to transmit video and audio signals directly to HDMI-equipped monitors, TVs, and projectors. It’s a plug-and-play solution for turning mobile devices into full-scale media or productivity hubs.
 
🔧 Cable Format
Connector Type:
USB-C Male → HDMI Male
Signal Type:
DisplayPort Alt Mode over USB-C → HDMI 1.4/2.0/2.1
Resolution Support:
Up to 4K @ 60Hz (varies by cable and device)
Audio Support:
Multi-channel digital audio passthrough
Cable Length:
Typically 6–10ft; longer runs should use a USB C • HDMI adapter
 
🖥️ Compatible Devices
💻 Laptops, tablets, and phones with USB-C ports that support DisplayPort Alt Mode
📱 Smartphones with video output capability (e.g., Samsung DeX, iPad Pro)
📺 HDMI-equipped monitors, TVs, and projectors
🧰 Streaming boxes, conference room setups, and portable workstations
🎮 Gaming consoles and handhelds with USB-C video output
 
✅ Common Uses
📽️ Mirror or extend screens for presentations and multitasking
🎬 Stream movies and shows from mobile devices to big screens
🧠 Connect laptops to external monitors for productivity
🧰 Enable portable workstations with HDMI displays
🕹️ Play mobile games on larger screens with full audio/video output
 
🧠 Signal Format Notes
Video Path: USB-C (DisplayPort Alt Mode) → HDMI
Audio Path: Embedded in HDMI signal
No Data or Charging: This cable is video/audio only—no USB file transfer or power delivery
Device Requirements: USB-C port must support DisplayPort Alt Mode
HDMI Version Matters: Higher versions support better resolution and refresh rates
 
⚠️ Things to Watch Out For
🧪 Not all USB-C ports support video—check device specs
🧯 No support for USB-C charging or data transfer
📉 Some cables max out at 1080p—verify resolution support
🔌 HDMI ports vary—older displays may not support audio passthrough
🧼 Avoid cheap builds—poor shielding can cause flicker or dropouts
 
🛠️ Quick Tips for Beginners
🔍 Identify USB-C by its oval shape; HDMI by its trapezoidal plug
🧭 Plug USB-C into source device, HDMI into display
🧪 Use display settings to adjust resolution and scaling
🧰 Keep one in your travel kit for instant screen mirroring
🧼 Coil gently—HDMI pins are sensitive to stress