StarTech.com 3ft DisplayPort 2.1 Cable (DP21V-3F-DP80-CABLE) for 8K/4K UHD Monitors, VESA Certified DP80 DisplayPort Cable

StarTech 3ft DisplayPort 2.1 Cable, VESA Certified DP80 DisplayPort Cable, 10K/8K 60Hz, 16K 60Hz/8K 240Hz w/DSC 1.2a, DP 2.1 Cord

Connect your high-resolution display effortlessly with the StarTech.com 3ft DisplayPort 2.1 Cable, part number DP21V-3F-DP80-CABLE. Designed for professional and high-performance setups, this VESA-Certified DP80 cable supports ultra-high bandwidth video and multi-channel audio, making it ideal for 8K workstations, high-end GPUs, and professional AV applications including media production and content creation. Its robust construction ensures reliable performance for demanding workflows, providing crisp images and immersive sound at resolutions up to 10K 60Hz and 8K 60Hz with HDR support. The cable supports uncompressed video, enabling vivid, true-to-life visuals essential for content creators, editors, and high-end gaming setups.

Seamless compatibility is guaranteed through VESA certification, ensuring full compliance with DisplayPort 2.1 standards while maintaining backward compatibility with DP 2.0, 1.4, and 1.2 devices. The cable supports G-Sync and FreeSync technologies, enhancing Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) performance for smooth, tear-free visuals when paired with compatible high-refresh-rate monitors. Constructed with a flexible TPE outer jacket that withstands over 600 bending cycles at angles up to ±60 degrees, the cable is designed to route easily around corners and desk edges, reducing wear and tear during daily use. Nickel-plated latching connectors provide a secure fit, preventing accidental disconnection, and are rated for more than 10,000 insertions, ensuring long-term durability.

Supporting key DisplayPort 2.1 features, the cable facilitates uncompressed 10K at 60Hz and 8K at 60Hz, along with high dynamic range (HDR10) for higher contrast and vibrant images. It supports Display Stream Compression (DSC) 1.2a, enabling resolutions up to 16K at 60Hz or 8K at 240Hz, and High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) 2.3 for secure content transmission. The cable also features Multi-Stream Transport (MST) for daisy-chaining multiple monitors, and supports 32 uncompressed digital audio channels for immersive sound. Its braided aluminum mylar shielding minimizes electromagnetic interference, ensuring clear and consistent audio/video output, making it suitable for high-resolution workflows, including professional content creation, gaming, and multimedia applications. Compatible with Apple M-series Pro/Max MacBooks via USB-C to DisplayPort adapters, this cable provides a reliable, high-performance connection for demanding users seeking top-tier visual fidelity and audio quality.

Features:

• Deliver uncompressed 10K 60Hz video with HDR and immersive 32-channel audio, ideal for ultra-high resolution displays

• VESA-Certified DP80 DisplayPort cable guarantees full 80Gbps bandwidth and backward compatibility with previous DP standards

• Printed specifications on each quick ID connector for easy feature verification; eco-friendly TPE jacket offers flexibility and durability

• Supports high-performance workflows with 8K and 10K resolutions, perfect for professional media production and content creation

• Constructed with braided aluminum mylar shielding to minimize EMI and ensure long-term reliable audio/video performance