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AmazonBasics Mini DisplayPort Thunderbolt to HDMI Adapter
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.4
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1000
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Review Analysis - 899 recent, verified reviews
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Device Compatibility
187macbook air, mac, macbook pro, monitor, macbook
+84%
-16%
" ... Working as required with my Macbook pro and LG screen. ... "
" ... worked grat for my macbook air 2015 ... "
" ... great for the old macbooks!!! ... "
" ... Bought to extend my 2013 MacBook Air's display to a 30" TV. ... "
" ... I can now use a projector as well as hook my monitor up to my TV. ... "
" ... This works perfect for connecting my Macbook AIr to my external monitor. ... "
" ... Works great on my Surface Pro for additional monitor! ... "
" ... Love using this on my surface ... "
Ports
97adapter, hdmi cable, port, monitor, mini
+72%
-28%
" ... Under $10 and you can use the HDMI input on your monitor if you have a MS Surface pro 4 docking station. ... "
" ... No issues using my AppleTV on the same HDMI cable and TV, must be the adapter. ... "
" ... This works perfect for connecting my Macbook AIr to my external monitor. ... "
" ... I have an old 2011 macbook (I don't want to upgrade because it works perfectly fine) and I still use this adapter today almost 2+ years later. ... Would definitely recommend if you don't have an HDMI port on your laptop. ... "
" ... Use it all the time to hook mac book to HDMI in TV, works great. ... "
" ... I feel like it has something to do with the adapter as my other monitor that is running with just an HDMI cord doesn't do the same thing. ... "
" ... Awesome HDMI Port ... "
" ... Works well for playing movies from my laptop to my tv via an HDMI cord. ... "
Product Reliability
87months, stopped working, issues, month, year
+57%
-43%
" ... I've been using this adapter for over a year and NEVER had an issue. ... "
" ... No issues to date. ... "
" ... this one worked. ... "
" ... Waited a few weeks before writing a review, and my result is it works great. ... "
" ... last long, good quality ... "
" ... Worked like a charm ... "
" ... Still using, for 3 years now. ... "
" ... Works fine haven't had any issues with it at all. ... "
Marketplace
75works, described, works as expected, works as advertised, product
+87%
-13%
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Works well, thanks. ... "
" ... Works as promised. ... "
" ... works as advertised. ... "
" ... Just like everything amazon makes and does, this product is great. ... "
" ... Item as described ... "
" ... Works as described ... "
Price
48money, waste of money, worth, dollars, apple
+83%
-17%
" ... Overall, it works for what I need it to do and I didn't spend a ton of money on it. ... "
" ... Its a very good product for the price ... "
" ... Great Product for an excellent price ... "
" ... Can't beat price. ... "
" ... This item worked and was great value for the money! ... "
" ... Works like a charm, great for the price! ... "
" ... The price here is about $20 cheaper than comparable ones at the brick and mortar stores. ... "
" ... Does the job well at a decent price ... "
Product As Described
48described, works as expected, works as advertised, product, expected
+94%
-6%
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... Works as promised. ... "
" ... works as advertised. ... "
" ... Item as described ... "
" ... Works as described ... "
" ... Works as expected :) ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
Display Clarity
35display, tv, monitor, macbook, screen flicker
+66%
-34%
" ... i use this to project my PC screen to my TV works awesome. ... "
" ... Perfectly attached my Wacom Companion to my TV for a second display. ... "
" ... This one connected to my Macbook AIR and allowed me to make my presentation on the flat-screen television. ... "
" ... So far it is working great and allows me to use my iMac on my big screen tv. ... "
" ... Works great to display my Mac screen on my tv ... "
" ... I use this to extend my display from my iMac to my Samsung Screen. ... "
" ... Works well to connect a computer to a tv screen. ... "
" ... This product is excellent for displaying the video on screen! ... "
Cables
34cable, tv, hdmi cable, hdmi cord, hdmi
+53%
-47%
" ... I feel like it has something to do with the adapter as my other monitor that is running with just an HDMI cord doesn't do the same thing. ... "
" ... Works well for playing movies from my laptop to my tv via an HDMI cord. ... "
" ... I switched cables and voila! ... "
" ... We needed the black cable replaced as well. ... "
" ... I like that it isn't such a long cord since my HDMI cord is already 6 ft and I didn't need for it to any longer. ... "
" ... Gets the job done and the thickness of the cord lends confidence that it will outlast the tv ... "
" ... Excellent product, now i can watch my movies on my tv through hdmi cable ... "
" ... Awesome quality works great I use it with the amazon basics HDMI cable ... "
Overall performance
30works, well, far, worked, super
+100%
" ... No issues with intel nuc ... "
" ... Did the trick. ... "
" ... Works very well. ... "
" ... Works excellent so far ! ... "
" ... Works great for my presentation needs! ... "
" ... does the job. ... "
" ... Does the job. ... "
" ... This has worked well so far. ... "
Build Quality
24durable, sturdy, tight, job, cheap
+67%
-33%
" ... I have been using it at college for about a year now and it did not break like other generic ones I bought in the past ... "
" ... Works, and It's cheap. ... "
" ... Looks decently durable. ... "
" ... been using it for almost two tears already and still works perfect. ... "
" ... Both have lasted over a year with the same tight fit as when I first bought them. ... "
" ... Super thing kinda feels cheap but it does the job well. ... "
" ... I ended up going to Best Buy and getting a quality product for $24.99 made by Insignia that fits securely and is faster as well. ... "
" ... Fit is snug and tight as it should be. ... "
Resolution
18hdmi, tv, hd, display, 4k
+78%
-22%
" ... He had no idea he could now watch his games on the big screen from the MacBook Pro, even on a very old HD TV ... "
" ... In specs it supports FHD only, actually it could drives up to 2560x1440 (on a MacBook Pro 2012 non-retina using SwitchResX.) ... "
" ... The projection system has HDMI inputs/outputs, and uses TripLite switches and splitters, and has a secondary screen in the sound booth to monitor what is on the screens. ... "
" ... I hook it up to a 42" 1080p and no problems . ... "
" ... Easy to use and connect my MacBook to my HD television. ... "
" ... Perfect HDMI picture and quality when used with my Mac Book Pro. ... "
" ... I recently got a new Roku television, which meant that I needed to figure out what to do with my 'old' television (a Vizio TV/monitor) and my original stand-alone Roku (this one right here: Roku 3). ... "
" ... It also worked to allow me to watch iTunes movies on my HDMI TV. ... "
Delivery
18delivery, works great, item, fast, arrived on time
+83%
-17%
" ... Works as promised. ... "
" ... Great item and delivery ... "
" ... Product was arrived on time and was exactly as described. ... "
" ... Delivery was as agreed, excellent Produict! ... "
" ... It arrived quickly and it worked like a charm! ... "
" ... Lightning fast shipping! ... "
" ... Product was as advertised and arrived on time. ... "
" ... Fast delivery and item was exactly as described! ... "
Picture Quality
14sound, clear, never, image, tv
+71%
-29%
" ... No loss of image quality or sound, very great solution to design flaw from Apple. ... "
" ... Better quality picture than using chromecast. ... "
" ... It projected the photos well! ... "
" ... Never had problems with picture cutting in and out. ... "
" ... It has a great picture. ... "
" ... Picture and sound were always clear with this adapter, and I have it on hand for when the internet gets wonky and we need to mirror off the laptop. ... "
" ... My TV recognized it, picture and sound from computer traveled to tv and I am able to watch movies from computer to tv. ... "
" ... Sound came through clear with no problems and picture was perfect. ... "
Returns
14wrong, returning, send, returned, past
+14%
-86%
" ... I dont have it so not sure how I can return it again. ... "
" ... I need a return label, because it was the wrong one. ... "
" ... Not worth the trouble to return. ... "
" ... Returning for refund. ... "
" ... Quit using immediately and sent back. ... "
" ... Didn't work and I found out too late so I can't even return it. ... "
" ... Bought the wrong one and it costs too much to send it back . ... "
" ... I wish I could return it but it is past time now. ... "
Size
14good, compact, bulky, well, use
+86%
-14%
" ... Works well is compact. ... "
" ... Works and is inexpensive but it is rather bulky. ... "
" ... I lug this dongle everywhere - never had an issue, love it! ... "
" ... Small and handy to use. ... "
" ... Light and good for travel. ... "
" ... -easy for travel ... "
" ... It looks nice and is not very big. ... "
Video Playback
13tv, movies, youtube, videos, works
+92%
-8%
" ... Works as expected to hook my computer up to my tv to watch yoga videos on YouTube! ... "
" ... But I am ecstatic to say that this works perfectly, and I'm happily procrastinating my college hw by watching Netflix and Youtube on my TV. ... "
" ... works great for youtube, hulu, or netflix ... "
" ... Great for movies, presentations or family events. ... "
" ... Also, there has been controversy over whether it will display HD video, I watch videos on Youtube in 1080p with no problems. ... "
" ... Video quality is good but sound was lagging several times, and had to pause and replay the video. ... "
" ... Perfect for watching videos online for my film class and getting it onto a bigger screen. ... "
" ... Love it no more small screen for my video project or any project in general ... "
ISP
13needed, adapter, problem, plugged, yes
+92%
-8%
" ... Works the way it's intended to. ... "
" ... Works just as it should! ... "
" ... It's an adapter. ... "
" ... I did not have any problem with the adapter. ... "
" ... Just what I needed! ... "
" ... Just as needed! ... "
" ... Works as it should! ... "
" ... This dongle did the trick. ... "
Fit
13tight, macbook, would work, securely, end
+69%
-31%
" ... Fit a new MacBook to use the large monitor I already had. ... "
" ... Both have lasted over a year with the same tight fit as when I first bought them. ... "
" ... Fit is snug and tight as it should be. ... "
" ... Works as expected, stays securely in place, though I don't move the MBA that much to say it can come loose easily. ... "
" ... This product feels sturdy and we haven't had any problems with it so far. ... "
" ... Perfect fit for our need. ... "
" ... Perfectly fitting my Lenovo X250. ... "
Setup
12works, worked, set, instructions, return
+83%
-17%
" ... Easiest set up and workednin seconds. ... "
" ... This product was simple to use and so far has worked as intended. ... "
" ... Was skeptical due to price but works perfectly. ... "
" ... However, the return process was reasonable and quick. ... "
" ... Seemed to work for my employee. ... "
" ... The hookup was easy and since I already knew I needed this device I was very happy that the adapter worked easily with my set up. ... "
Sound Quality
12audio, picture, tv, clear, switch
+42%
-58%
" ... It appears that this adapter doesn't support audio. ... "
" ... No sound through my TV - bummed - have to use external speakers with it. ... "
" ... no sound only video no information regarding that in details ... "
" ... The picture was grainy and the screen kept making a popping noise. ... "
" ... I'm unable to get any sound I went on YouTube and I try everything but the sound is not connecting to the tv if anyone can help me fix this issue pls feel free to help ... "
" ... This works with video, but NOT with audio. ... "
USB
12plug and play, hdmi, tv, thought, mac
+67%
-33%
" ... Use it all the time to hook mac book to HDMI in TV, works great. ... "
" ... Works well for playing movies from my laptop to my tv via an HDMI cord. ... "
" ... I found that if I unplug the Mini DisplayPort device prior to booting up my Mac fixes the audio issue. ... "
" ... (By the way, am I the only one who can never hear the term 'Thunderbolt' without thinking of that 70s movie, Thunderbolt and Lightfoot?) ... "
Design
12product, looks, good, cheap, apple
+83%
-17%
" ... Looks decently durable. ... "
" ... love it, good quality and cheap. ... "
" ... Super thing kinda feels cheap but it does the job well. ... "
" ... Great finish and quality ... "
" ... Fit is snug and tight as it should be. ... "
" ... Decent product and good price when it worked, but there are probably too many compromises in the materials and design in order to save on cost. ... "
" ... Looks almost identical to an Apple product. ... "
" ... Lacks the bling of Apple products, but solid nonetheless. ... "
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