StarTech. com HDMI21-CBL-8K60-5M 5m - 16. 4ft Certified Ultra High Speed HDMI 2. 1 Cable - 8K 60Hz/4K 120Hz - 48Gbps - HDR10+ - eARC
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Product Features
Technical Overview
Built to the HDMI 2.1 specification, this cable features gold-plated HDMI male connectors on both ends, ensuring optimal signal integrity and corrosion resistance. The 26 AWG conductors and aluminum mylar foil shielding provide effective EMI and interference protection, maintaining signal clarity over the full 5-meter length.
The cable jacket uses a flexible Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) material that is halogen-free, durable, and designed to withstand tight bends without compromising performance. Quick ID connectors are etched with HDMI 2.1 specifications for easy identification and verification of capabilities.
This section brings together practical product details such as Cable Type, Cable Length, Outer Diameter, Color Family, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
This Certified Ultra High Speed HDMI cable guarantees compliance with HDMI 2.1 standards, ensuring backward compatibility with earlier HDMI versions while fully supporting the latest high-resolution and high-refresh-rate formats. Its certification removes guesswork, providing confidence in performance across current and next-generation devices.
Certified Reliability
Rigorously lab-tested for signal integrity, durability, and compatibility, this cable meets the stringent requirements for Certified Ultra High Speed HDMI designation, ensuring it performs as specified under real-world conditions.
Enhanced Connectivity
Supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode via USB-C to HDMI adapters, extending compatibility to modern laptops and devices with USB-C ports, including Apple M-series MacBooks.
Durable Construction
The braided, flexible TPE jacket and strain relief design provide long-term durability in professional environments, resisting wear and corrosion while maintaining optimal flexibility.
Deployment / Use Cases
This HDMI cable is suited for environments where high-bandwidth video and audio transmission is critical. It enables seamless connectivity between 8K/4K displays, AV receivers, gaming consoles, and media players, supporting both home theater and professional AV installations.
In commercial settings, it is ideal for digital signage, video walls, and control rooms where reliable, high-resolution signal distribution is essential. For IT professionals and content creators, it facilitates high-resolution workflows on workstations and editing suites, ensuring pixel-perfect output without compression artifacts.
Professional AV & Signage
Deploy in conference rooms, retail displays, and broadcast studios to deliver crisp 8K or 4K content with HDR and immersive audio, leveraging the cable's full 48Gbps bandwidth and eARC support.
High-Performance Gaming & Entertainment
Connect next-gen gaming consoles, PCs, and media streamers to compatible TVs and monitors to unlock 4K 120Hz gaming and 8K video playback with low latency and high dynamic range.
Highlights
- Certified Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.1 cable for guaranteed performance
- Supports 8K at 60Hz and 4K at 120Hz resolutions
- 48Gbps bandwidth enables uncompressed high-resolution video
- HDR10+ and eARC for enhanced contrast and immersive audio
- Gold-plated HDMI male connectors on both ends
- 5-meter (16.4-foot) length ideal for flexible setups
- EMI shielding and flexible TPE jacket for durability
- Compatible with monitors, TVs, workstations, and Apple MacBooks
- RoHS and WEEE compliant for environmental safety
- Backed by a lifetime warranty
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HDMI21-CBL-8K60-5M |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | 5m HDMI 2.1 Cable |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | A/V Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | HDMI |
| Cable Length | 16.4 ft (5 m) |
| Outer Diameter | 0.30" (7.62 mm) |
| Connector Type on First End | HDMI 2.1 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Connector Gender on First End | Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x HDMI 2.1 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | HDMI 2.1 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Connector Gender on Second End | Male |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x HDMI 2.1 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Connector Plating | Gold |
| Shielding | Yes |
| Device Supported | Monitor,TV,Display,Workstation,Video Wall,Audio/Video Device,MacBook,MacBook Air,MacBook Pro |
| American Wire Gauge | 26 AWG |
| Data Transfer Rate | 48 Gbit/s |
| Supported Resolution | 7680 x 4320,3840 x 2160 |
| Features | HDR10+ Support,Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC),Flexible,HDCP 2.3,EMI Protection,Interference Protection,Halogen Free,Strain Relief,Braided,Corrosion Resistant,Wear Resistant,Durable,DisplayPort Alternate (ALT) Mode,Passive |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Black |
| Product Color | Black |
| Product Material | Polyethylene |
| Shielding Material | Aluminum Mylar Foil |
| Jacket Material | Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Brand Compatibility | Apple |
| Compatibility | Apple: MacBook MacBook Air MacBook Pro |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What resolutions and refresh rates does this HDMI cable support?
This Certified Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.1 cable supports 8K resolution at 60Hz and 4K resolution at 120Hz. It is designed to handle the full bandwidth required for these high-resolution, high-refresh-rate formats, making it suitable for next-generation displays and gaming monitors.
Is this cable backward compatible with older HDMI versions?
Yes, the cable is fully backward compatible with earlier HDMI versions, including HDMI 2.0, 1.4, and 1.3. It will work with existing devices while providing the enhanced capabilities of HDMI 2.1 when connected to compatible equipment.
What audio features does the cable support?
The cable supports Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC), which allows for high-bitrate audio formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and 7.1 TrueHD. This enables immersive, object-based audio transmission from compatible AV receivers to displays or soundbars.
What is the cable length and is it suitable for long runs?
The cable is 5 meters (16.4 feet) long, making it ideal for setups where devices are spaced apart, such as in home theaters or professional AV installations. Its 26 AWG conductors and shielding ensure signal integrity over this distance without degradation.
Does this cable work with Apple MacBooks?
Yes, the cable is compatible with Apple MacBooks, including MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro models. It can be used directly with HDMI ports or via USB-C to HDMI adapters that support DisplayPort Alternate Mode, making it versatile for modern laptop connectivity.
What is the warranty on this HDMI cable?
StarTech.com backs this HDMI cable with a lifetime warranty, providing long-term assurance of quality and reliability. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the product, supported by free technical assistance.
What resolution or display format is specified?
It features a display specification of 7680 x 4320,3840 x 2160, giving you clear visuals for work and media use.
What refresh rate or brightness details are available?
Display-oriented products are best judged through screen, connectivity, and installation specifications. Those facts help buyers confirm visual fit, mounting flexibility, and deployment suitability more clearly than generic summary text.
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