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AmazonBasics Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort Display Cable 6 Feet
Last Updated: September 23, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.5
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/10
Total Reviews
636
Old Reviews
218
Unverified
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Review Analysis - 367 recent, verified reviews
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Cables
96cables, monitor, connectors, length, durable
+78%
-22%
" ... It is a cable. ... "
" ... I've been using my cable for about a year and haven't had any problems. ... "
" ... I've been using this cable for over five months and it works as expected. ... "
" ... This cable works great. ... "
" ... good quality cable ... "
" ... It's a digital cable to connect a monitor. ... "
" ... AmazonBasic cables are great quality, especially for the dollar value spent. ... "
" ... It's a cable and it works. ... "
Ports
67hdmi, cable, displayport, thunderbolt, mini
+84%
-16%
" ... I was able to setup my 2 monitor setup from a gaming laptop without a docking station. ... "
" ... Great value for the price, using it with Surfacebook to plug in 2nd monitor, worked flawless, very happy with it. ... "
" ... The display ports are the perfect size and an overall great product. ... "
" ... Got it to connect my work laptop to my monitor -- the monitor supports multiple inputs but only has a single DP in (that's already being used by my desktop). ... So rather than switch the cable back and forth from my PC to my laptop, I just plugged the mini-DP into my monitor and I use the free DP end with my laptop. ... "
" ... Needed an adapter to plug into my docking station. ... "
" ... It's a digital cable to connect a monitor. ... "
" ... Work as needed, had surface laptop and mini display to hdmi doesn’t fit my use, and this one is just what I need ... "
" ... As laptops now a days comes mostly with Mini display port ... "
Device Compatibility
52connect, mac mini, macbook pro, mac, pro
+90%
-10%
" ... Bought to use with a Surface Pro and HP27Z monitor. ... "
" ... Works as needed for my needs (laptop to external monitor). ... "
" ... Perfect for connecting my Mac Mini to my Acer 2K display. ... "
" ... Use this to connect my laptop to a 1080p 144hz monitor. ... "
" ... I got this to connect my son's Microsoft Surface 5 to an external Samsung monitor. ... "
" ... Bought it to connect my Macbook Air to a new, external HP display. ... "
" ... Excellent cable and works great with my new monitor and Mac. ... "
" ... Purchased to connect MacBook Air (2013) to Dell monitor, easy to connect and works great with laptop and monitor. ... "
Resolution
37resolution, 60hz, monitor, 144hz, hdmi
+92%
-8%
" ... Plug it in every other day between laptop workstation and 4K monitor. ... "
" ... Using two of these cables, I was able to connect 2 large 4k monitors to a 2015 mac. ... "
" ... I’m able to get 1080p@144hz and 4K@60hz. ... "
" ... Used with my Macbook Pro (thunderbolt 2 port) to connect to a 4k monitor @ 60hz without issues. ... "
" ... I'm able to run 4k at 60 hz ... "
" ... With the proper active adapter, I am able to do 4k@60Hz on a video card from 2013. ... "
" ... The only cable that would work w Mac Mini 2019 & LG 4k 27UK650 display. ... "
" ... Turns out that you need to use one of these in order to drive a QHD resolution display from a 2012 Mac Mini -- Mini-DP adaptors (to HDMI) don't work, nor does even using HDMI to HDMI. ... "
Price
29good, quality, money, works, value
+90%
-10%
" ... It's a great price point and works great. ... "
" ... I saved money and it works just as well so far. ... "
" ... Very well built and at the right price. ... "
" ... Well worth the buy ... "
" ... We'll priced. ... "
" ... Always good quality for a lower price. ... "
" ... Seems to be fairly durable and great value for money ... "
" ... Great essential with nice price tag! ... "
Marketplace
24described, basics, works as advertised, works, try
+96%
-4%
" ... works as advertised. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... +1 - Item is as described ... "
" ... It works as described. ... "
" ... and works as advertised. ... "
" ... Amazon replaced the first one free. ... "
" ... Figured I'd give Amazon basics a try and they work great. ... "
" ... Amazon I love you . ... "
Product Reliability
20worked, stopped, failed, months, monitor
+55%
-45%
" ... Worked very well. ... "
" ... Has been working as intended and appears to be quality. ... "
" ... Been working fine for a year now. ... "
" ... I suspect it'll last. ... "
" ... I've been using it for a few weeks without issue. ... "
" ... No problems at all. ... "
" ... Worked as expected. ... "
" ... Anticipating it will last a long time. ... "
Display Clarity
19monitor, mac mini, cable, resolution, flicker
+79%
-21%
" ... Turns out that you need to use one of these in order to drive a QHD resolution display from a 2012 Mac Mini -- Mini-DP adaptors (to HDMI) don't work, nor does even using HDMI to HDMI. ... "
" ... Works great to hook up my mac mini to an ultra-wide display. ... "
" ... Perfect for connecting my Mac Mini to my Acer 2K display. ... "
" ... With this cable, immediately, the brightness available was broader through the monitor. ... "
" ... Best way I have found to add screen real estate for my iMac and a 4K monitor. ... "
" ... 2560x1440@60, anyway. ... "
" ... The display ports are the perfect size and an overall great product. ... "
" ... this was connecting an iMac 27" to a 2560x1440 display. ... "
Build Quality
13cable, connectors, build, parts, nice
+92%
-8%
" ... Nice thick and durable cord ... "
" ... The signal thus far appears stable and the cable appears to be durable/well-made. ... "
" ... it works, seems sturdy, havent had any problems with it yet ... "
" ... nice build quality. ... "
" ... Solid product with durable metal ports ... "
" ... I like the quality and construction of them. ... "
" ... Strong Durable Cable! ... "
" ... The cable is the perfect length for my set-up and feels like it is very durable. ... "
Cable Length
12length, plug, longer, cord, short
+92%
-8%
" ... I think the shorter the cable, the longer the life. ... "
" ... Cord is the perfect length, it is durable, and solved the problem I was having. ... "
" ... good quality cable ... "
" ... Just a cable that works. ... "
" ... The cable was just the right length and worked as promised. ... "
" ... The length was nice as it allowed me to hide my cable better. ... "
" ... good quality cable ... "
" ... Easy to use for this plug and play cable. ... "
Product As Described
11works as advertised, works, exactly
+100%
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... It works as described. ... "
" ... Works as stated. ... "
" ... +1 - Item is as described ... "
" ... and works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... works as advertised. ... "
" ... Correct as described ... "
Overall performance
10works, fast, price, well, affordable
+100%
" ... Great price, fast shipping and works beautifully. ... "
" ... It does the job. ... "
" ... Works well with MBP 2015 and Dell 24" (FullHD) ... "
" ... Does it’s job. ... "
" ... Does the job ... "
" ... Gets the job done at an affordable price. ... "
" ... did the trick ... "
" ... Does the job. ... "
Delivery
10works, fine, delivered, damaged, time
+80%
-20%
" ... In addition shipping was super fast. ... "
" ... The package arrived quickly and works just fine ! ... "
" ... Arrived on time and worked just fine. ... "
" ... delivered on time. ... "
" ... Delivered in just a couple hours after clicking buy . ... "
" ... Delivered in just a couple hours after clicking buy . ... "
Fit
7monitor, perfect, dp, snug, nice
+71%
-29%
" ... Other reviews knocked it for not having a clip on the monitor side, but I found the connection to be quite snug and no wiggle at all in the monitor or the ports on my computers. ... "
" ... This DP cable has a nice tight, secure fit and I have not had one problem while using it. ... "
" ... Perfect fit for my DP monitor and MacBook Pro. ... "
" ... It fit and it works. ... "
" ... Perfect fit, perfect function ... "
Setup
5+100%
" ... I'd recommend it if you need this type of setup. ... "
" ... No setting was needed. ... "
" ... Use these just about every day in my line of work as a System Technician. ... "
" ... and wanted to simplify my setup. ... So glad to finally have a nice, simplified setup! ... "
" ... and wanted to simplify my setup. ... So glad to finally have a nice, simplified setup! ... "
Ease of Use
5easy, connect
+100%
" ... Work well on first try with without needing to use setting ... "
" ... I'd recommend it if you need this type of setup. ... "
" ... this was easy to connect and the quality of the connect is great! ... "
" ... and wanted to simplify my setup. ... "
Sound Quality
5sound, dp, audio, resolution, monitor
+60%
-40%
" ... It supports the uberwide 3840x1080 resolution, and carries both video and sound. ... "
" ... Also audio works as it should too. ... "
" ... Also audio works as it should too. ... "
Network
5cable, connection
+80%
-20%
" ... Same length as the rest of the cable, and no signal issues. ... "
" ... Connection is stable, I can have DP1.2 enabled, and I can move the MBPr around (within the range of the cable of course) without it losing connection. ... "
" ... Connection is stable, I can have DP1.2 enabled, and I can move the MBPr around (within the range of the cable of course) without it losing connection. ... "
Gaming
4use, make, 144hz
+75%
-25%
" ... If you have Jackbox games on Steam and a surface, you need this. ... "
" ... I can actually make it too bright for normal use now (good for dark scene gaming). ... "
" ... Supports Gaming at 165Hz ... "
Returns
4return, send, refund, back, amazon
-100%
" ... I tried to return this item, which is sold by Amazon and the system won’t enable it. ... because you wasn’t be able to return it. ... "
" ... It was under 7 dollars so it's not even worth my time to send it back. ... "
" ... Had to ask for a refund. ... "
" ... I'm looking into getting a refund if possible. ... "
Refresh Rate
460 hz, 4k, 144hz, 1440p
+100%
" ... I'm able to run 4k at 60 hz ... "
" ... Refresh rate is perfect! ... "
" ... Hooked it up and it's running smoothly at 165hz refresh rate. ... "
" ... Essential for 144hz monitors! ... "
Defective Delivery
3one, arrived on time, appears
-100%
" ... It appears to be an obvious manufacturing defect. ... "
" ... One was damaged when received. ... "
" ... One was damaged when received. ... "
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