Can HDMI Be Converted to DisplayPort?
Have a DisplayPort monitor but are not sure you can use it with your gaming console?
Imagine how cool it would be to display Xbox on your DP-enabled monitor.
Below, you’ll discover whether your HDMI can be converted to DisplayPort?
It’s the Big Q that holds the solution to your above-mentioned dilemma.
Most importantly, you’ll learn a simple way to make the conversion.
Can HDMI Be Converted To DisplayPort?
Yes. With the correct conversion adapter , you can convert HDMI to DisplayPort.
Although the two signal types are different in terms of their technical makeup, they are compatible.
The newer DisplayPort is backward compatible with HDMI, and so it’s easy to connect it to any HDMI device.
That means you can transfer data between an HDMI device and a DisplayPort device using a cable.
But because you’re dealing with two distinct interfaces, you have to rely on a converter to translate the HDMI signal coming from the source to a signal that the DisplayPort device can recognize.
Can HDMI 2.1 Be Converted To Displayport?
At present, there are no adapters that specifically translate HDMI 2.1 signals to DisplayPort.
If you have an HDMI 2.1 port and wish to connect it to a DP monitor, your best option is an HDMI 2.0 adapter .
Such a conversion adapter will give you HDMI 2.0 video quality—that is, 4K at 60 Hz. No doubt this is way lower than the 4K @ 120 Hz you would get with an HDMI 2.1 conversion, but it’s the best you can hope for, at least for now.
This situation will likely change soon as more devices feature HDMI 2.1 ports. HDMI 2.1 to DisplayPort adapters will become more readily available then.
Can we be sure such adapters will become available?
Unfortunately, until we hear from conversion adapter makers, we cannot be 100% certain of when they will manufacture HDMI 2.1 to DP adapters, if at all. However, going by past trends, we can confidently argue that they will probably produce such adapters.
When the HDMI 1.4 spec was released, cable makers gave us HDMI 1.4 to DisplayPort adapters. And when HDMI 2.0 came out, they did the same with HDMI 2.0 to DisplayPort adapters.
Therefore, chances are they will do the same with HDMI 2.1, seeing as we already have DisplayPort to HDMI 2.0 adapters on the market.
Moreover, the uptake of HDMI 2.1 devices is increasing. That and the subsequent demand for products that link the newest HDMI spec to DisplayPort mean adapter manufacturers have a ready market that’s waiting to gobble up the product. And that may be the signal they need to avail HDMI-DP adapters.
How To Convert HDMI To Displayport?
Start by obtaining a quality HDMI to DisplayPort adapter .
Before buying, confirm that the adapter is HDMI to DP, not DP to HDMI.
Why does this matter?
Because the latter only translates signals from DP and does not have the mechanism to translate HDMI signals to DP.
Some adapters are bidirectional, and they carry signals in both directions across two different interfaces. It’s a scenario you see a lot with HDMI-DVI adapters, for instance, because they have a similar signal transmitting technology (TMDS).
The HDMI-to-DisplayPort connection, however, does not work the same way for two main reasons:
Firstly, HDMI and DisplayPort use different signal transmission protocols. HDMI uses Transmission-minimized differential signaling (TMDS), while DisplayPort uses Low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS).
Secondly, each has a different power capacity. HDMI connectors provide a minimum of 5V, while the DisplayPort power pin provides 3V.
So any adapter transporting a signal from HDMI has to support 5V from the source end. Likewise, any adapter that transports a DisplayPort signal must support 3V from the source end. As such, the adapter can only be unidirectional. It cannot carry signals bidirectionally.
Can’t figure out which adapter to use?
This Cable Matters HDMI to DisplayPort adapter is a good option, specially built to withstand frequent use.
Now that you’ve understood how to pick your adapter, let’s see the actual conversion procedure.
Your HDMI-DisplayPort adapter will likely be active, meaning it contains extra chips to facilitate signal conversion. That would mean it also comes with a USB power cord, which you’ll need to plug into a separate power source.
Should you end up choosing a passive adapter, you won’t require an external power source. That’s because the adapter will use the power coming down from the source device connectors.
Here’s how to connect your devices for the HDMI-to-DisplayPort conversion, and we’ve outlined the simplified step-by-step guide for you below:
- If using an active adapter, plug the adapter charger into a socket. Active adapters mostly use USB power cords, so a USB charger works fine.
- Plug the HDMI end of the adapter into the HDMI port on your source device.
- Connect one end of a DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort of the adapter.
- Plug the other end of the DisplayPort cable into the DP port on your monitor or projector.
- Turn on your devices.
Conclusion
You can convert HDMI to DisplayPort but you will need an HDMI to DisplayPort converter/adapter to translate HDMI signals to DisplayPort. Using a converter that makes it possible for you to connect HDMI and DisplayPort devices.
A DisplayPort to HDMI adapter won’t be helpful since it works by translating DisplayPort signals to HDMI.
While there may be a few passive HDMI to DisplayPort converters, active adapters are more common and better performers for this kind of signal conversion.
Active HDMI-to-DisplayPort adapters intercept the HDMI signal flowing from the source device and change it into a DisplayPort signal. Then they pass the transformed signal into the DisplayPort monitor through a DP cable.
Presently, only HDMI 1.4 to DisplayPort adapters and HDMI 2.0 to DisplayPort adapters are available.
If you’re working with an HDMI 2.1 to DP setup, you’ll have to pick an HDMI 2.0-to-DP adapter, which gives the closest quality to HDMI 2.1.
Connecting the adapter to your HDMI and DisplayPort devices is easy. Plug the HDMI end directly into the HDMI port of your video source, and then insert the DisplayPort end into the DP port of your display device.
Connect any power cords present to a USB charger/adapter, turn on the devices, and enjoy your content.
Vance is a dad, former software engineer, and tech lover. Knowing how a computer works becomes handy when he builds Pointer Clicker. His quest is to make tech more accessible for non-techie users. When not working with his team, you can find him caring for his son and gaming.
Отзыв: Активный конвертер HDmatters 4K HDMI в Displayport 1,2 HDmatters AHDPC — Передаст сигнал с HDMI источника на DisplayPort монитор.
Некоторые компании-производители вместо HDMI видеовхода снабжают выпускаемые компьютерные мониторы DisplayPort видеовходами. В принципе по функционалу HDMI и DisplayPort видеовходы схожи, но вот для потребителя DisplayPort видеовход обычно доставляет массу неудобств. При этом речь не идёт о простом подключении типа DisplayPort видеовыход видеокарты компьютера > DisplayPort видеовход компьютерного монитора. Там нет никаких сложностей, а кабель DisplayPort > DisplayPort внешне весьма напоминает кабель HDMI > HDMI. Однако сложности начинаются, когда требуется подключить HDMI к DisplayPort. Два этих интерфейса напрямую несовместимы.
Для источников видеосигнала с DisplayPort–видеовыходом особых проблем по выводу видеосигнала на компьютерный монитор или телевизор с HDMI видеовходом нет. Для этих целей выпускаются переходники, или даже цельные специальные видеокабели типа DisplayPort – HDMI. Однако для передачи сигнала в обратную сторону, а именно в виде HDMI > DisplayPort, всё совсем не так просто. Разработчики стандарта HDMI из-за лицензионных ограничений вообще не предусматривают наличие таких переходников. Поэтому организация HDMI Org выпуск переходников HDMI > DisplayPort считает незаконным. А раз нет официального одобрения, то никто их официально выпускать и не будет. Таким образом, переходник вида HDMI > DisplayPort вы в продаже нигде не найдёте. А если вдруг и найдёте, то левый и по баснословной цене.
Нигде то нигде, но китайцы как всегда стоят исключением. Плевали они на лицензионные запреты от HDMI Org. Поэтому взяли, да и выпустили вот такой замечательный переходник для видеосигнала в сторону HDMI > DisplayPort. Притом и цена у него вполне адекватная:
Кабель для переходника использован с фирменной маркировкой:
Что интересно, на практике выяснилось, что всё это работает как заявлено. Правда, до проверки передачи сверхчёткого видеосигнала стандарта 4K дело не дошло — нет в наличии монитора или телевизора с DisplayPort видеовходом и с таким высоким разрешением. А вот с передачей обычного Full HD видеосигнала разрешением 1920 x 1080 точек никаких проблем не возникло. При работе переходника геометрия видеосигнала передаётся правильно, цветопередача тоже. Более того, компьютер с Windows 10 при подключении по HDMI смог правильно определить тип DisplayPort монитора, и успешно установил предложенные ему драйверы для такого монитора. В нашем случае это оказался монитор DELL E2316H, у которого всего два видеовхода – VGA и DisplayPort. Именно переходник HDMI > DP Port позволил задействовать дополнительный DisplayPort видеовход монитора от HDMI источника видеосигнала. Единственное, что не удалось дополнительно проверить, так это передачу аудиосигнала через переходник при таком подключении, так как у монитора нет встроенных динамиков. Но это уже не суть важно, ведь звуковое сопровождение на усилитель с колонками несложно передать иными способами.
Далее про практическое тестирование активного конвертера HDmatters AHDPC HDMI > DisplayPort. Внешне переходник выполнен с хорошим качеством, имеет пластмассовый корпус с электронной начинкой и собственным чипсетом, а также достаточно толстые кабели подключения с солидными HDMI и DisplayPort коннекторами. Питается конвертер от одного из контактов HDMI группы, на который выводится 5V напряжение. Переходник смог полноценно вывести видеосигнал 720p с HDMI видеовыхода DVB-T2 телевизионной приставки DNS M013 на ЖК монитор DELL E2316H с экраном 23 «. Он успешно развернул картинку на весь экран монитора, переведя его в режим работы с разрешением 1280 x 720 точек. У данного монитора максимальное разрешение экрана по умолчанию составляет 1920 x 1080 точек как по его видеовходу VGA, так и по видеовходу DisplayPort. Пониженное разрешение экрана монитора выставляется автоматически, по данным параметров видеосигнала источника. Вывод сигнала телестанции с HDMI выхода телевизионной приставки DNS M013 через конвертер HDmatters AHDPC на DisplayPort вход монитора DELL E2316H в полноэкранном режиме:
Кроме этого, после подключения через конвертер HDmatters AHDPC на монитор нормально прошел сигнал 1920 x 1080 с видеокарты компьютера с HDMI выходом. Такой видеосигнал был успешно развёрнут на весь экран монитора, а к его чёткости и цветопередаче никаких претензий не возникло:
А вот видеосигнал разрешением 1280 x 768 с microHDMI выхода планшета DEXP Ursus KX210i с Windows 10, поданный на DisplayPort вход монитора DELL E2316H, так и не удалось развернуть на весь экран монитора. Видео во весь экран на собственном дисплее планшета:
И это же самое видео, но уже через конвертер HDmatters AHDPCВ на экране монитора DELL E2316H в оконном режиме с разрешением 1280 x 768:
Встроенная графическая подсистема планшета на чипсете Intel не способна выдать видеосигнал большего разрешения, чем 1280 x 768 точек. Но это при условии работы собственного дисплея планшета. При его отключении возможности графической подсистемы Intel расширяются.
Внешний DisplayPort монитор при подключении через конвертер, и режиме дублирования экранов в Windows, работает в режиме по умолчанию в режиме 1920 x 1080 точек, и не распознает пониженное разрешение видеосигнала 1280 x 768 точек от планшета. При том, что драйверы к DisplayPort монитору DELL E2316H в Windows 10 встали правильно:
В итоге картинку с планшета в режиме дублирования экранов планшета и на внешнем дисплее никакими танцами с бубном развернуть на весь экран внешнего монитора так и не удалось. За такое положение вещей отвечает при необходимости отключаемая функция DDC/DI, которая имеется у монитора DELL E2316H, и включена в его меню по умолчанию. DDC/DI реализует функцию регулировки параметров дисплея приложениями Windows, в том числе через неё происходит автоматическая установка правильного разрешения монитора в соответствии с возможностями графической подсистемы компьютера:
Настройками Windows 10 ситуацию в режиме дублирования экранов исправить не удалось. Также опция «масштабирование» для внешнего дисплея оказалась активной только в одном режиме — по центру:
В собственном меню монитора опций по принудительной установке пониженного, или вообще какого-либо разрешения экрана нет в принципе. К конвертеру планшет DEXP Ursus KX210i подключался microHDMI — HDMI видеокабелем, который с HDMI вилкой кабеля конвертера соединялся специальным переходником типа HDMI мама — HDMI мама:
Однако в дальнейшем видеосигнал с графической подсистемы планшета, после отключения в настройках Windows его собственного дисплея, и последующей работы планшета только на внешний дисплей, пошёл в полноэкранном режиме с Full HD разрешением:
Фактически такой видеосигнал шёл через конвертер HDmatters с micro HDMI выхода планшета на вход DisplayPort ЖК монитора. Притом картинка на экране монитора DELL E2316H была в безупречном качестве с разрешением 1920 x 1080 точек:
Таким образом, активный конвертер 4K HDMI в DisplayPort 1,2 HDmatters AHDPC показал свою полную работоспособность. Но, как это нередко бывает в комбинациях подключений таких сложных по начинке электронных устройств, возникли некоторые сложности при подключении через конвертер планшета с microHDMI видеовыходом. Тем не менее, в остальных вариантах подключения конвертер работает правильно, и его использование по назначению не вызывает особых сложностей. На сайте ритейлера AliExpress найти такой конвертер в продаже непросто. Данный экземпляр был приобретён в магазине AliExpress под названием Shop1084175 Store.
HDMI — Display Port вопрос знатокам!
Будет ли работать данный кабель если источником вывода является HDMI?
Купил кабель, подключаю Hdmi к компуктеру, а Display Port к монитору и ничего не происходит. Погрешил на неисправный кабель, а н нет подключил к другому монитору в обратном направлении Display Port в комп, а Hdmi к монитору и все фурычит! В связи с чем возник вопрос, вывод через Hdmi как источник сигнала на Display Port вообще рабочий как вариант или все-таки что то с кабелем?
может он односторонний
Плюсую этого господина. Такие кабели, равно как и переходники бывают односторонними. Тебе вероятнее всего нужен активный адаптер. То есть не просто разводка пинов. Можешь поискать KVM-свитч с нужными портами, чтобы не покупать уж совсем бесполезный в перспективе переходник.
Так же замечу, что дешевый переходник скорее всего выступит бутылочным горлышком, например через такой мне не удалось выставить родное разрешение на 4к телике.
Вот вот. У меня работает видюха дисплейпорт — моник хдми, а вот моник дисплейпорт — ноут хдми не робит. Класека.
Guide to the Best HDMI to DisplayPort Converter (Adapters) in 2023
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There are probably a million different reasons you might want to move an HDMI signal over to a DisplayPort signal. But if you’re someone who wants to take advantage of DisplayPort’s unique properties, like its ability to handle UHD content with higher refresh rates, then you’ll need to be a little more selective with the adapter you choose to get that job done.
Choosing the Best HDMI to DisplayPort Converter Adapters
The good news is that when you’re trying to pick a good HDMI to DisplayPort converter adapter, there’s really only three or four things you need to concern yourself with. The bad news is that unless you’re prepared to think about how you plan on setting up your own converter adapter in very concrete terms, then picking the right one will be much more difficult.
Build Quality
In many ways, build quality is the most obvious thing you should consider. But it can also be very easy to overlook. If you plan on using your adapter in a mobile capacity, then you’ll want to pay special attention to the quality of its build. Because for that type of use, you need the adapter to be able to be plugged in and out, over and over.
Time can wear down those connection terminals. But well-built adapters are constructed to endure thousands of connections, provided you don’t try and store them in a swamp or similar extreme conditions. Conversely, if you’re someone who plans on plugging in the adapter and never touching it again, then you can be less concerned with the overall build quality.
Because as long as you don’t end up with a dud, and as long as you’re not subjecting the adapter to extreme environmental conditions, just about any decent HDMI to DisplayPort adapter should serve the purposes of a non-mobile user. It really only needs to plug-in and work, right?
Cable Distance
How long is the cable that runs between the HDMI connection and the DP connection? That will help determine how close together the two devices you’re connecting need to be. You’ll also want to consider the length of the included power connector because any active converter adapter will require an extra power source to work as an active adapter.
In most cases, that power source is provided through USB, which means a USB cable is included with the adapter. You might find alternatives to USB power connections, like DC power connections. But USB power is usually the simplest and most reliable way to get the job done because it doesn’t require you to get another adapter or power-box involved.
Format Versions
Most people won’t have to worry about this. But if you’re interested in accessing higher refresh rates, like PC gamers may be concerned with, then you’ll want to think about the version of HDMI and DP supported by the converter adapter that you’re using.
Reaching 30Hz while running a UHD 4K resolution is something just about any adapter ought to be able to provide. But how does the adapter perform running at 1440p? How about 1080p? Reaching higher performance standards is only possible when you’re working with the latest versions of the DisplayPort format. For people who expect to run high refresh rate content at lower resolutions, these types of questions can be quite important.
Cable Matters HDMI to DisplayPort Adapter
Like its name suggests, the Cable Matters HDMI to DisplayPort adapter helps connect your PC or laptop up to an HDMI display with a DisplayPort input. You’ll need a DisplayPort cable, which isn’t included with this kit, in order for the HDMI male to female adapter to work. But once you’ve got the USB power cable all connected, you ought to find this is one of the most efficient and reliably adapters you could ever hope to get your hands on.
Design & Layout
When compared to a lot of similar adapters, Cable Matters delivers what could be called a generally superior quality. Because this isn’t a brand that makes adapters and cables on the side, it’s their main focus as a brand. It’s easy to see that focus in the design of their products. Here you’ll notice gold plated connection terminals on the ends of the adapter, helping to protect the connections from corrosion.
The housing of each adapter is made from sturdy ABS, which is both impact resistant and able to handle heat pretty well. The total adapter weighs about half of an ounce, which is reasonably lightweight, as you might expect. Aesthetically, the only thing to point out is the Cable Matters logo is embedded on the topside of the DisplayPort portion of the adapter. That makes it a little easier to determine which portion of the adapter is which.
The USB 2.0 Type-A male power connector runs about three feet from the center of the adapter. The cable connecting the DisplayPort box to the HDMI format runs about six inches. Using the adapter is a tiny bit complicated because you need to plug in the additional power connector if you want this adapter to be an active converter adapter. But the added step isn’t too challenging.
Once connected properly, this adapter provides active HDMI to DisplayPort conversion. That means you can transmit high definition audio and video from your PC to a DP monitor pretty easily, and expand your workspace to a second monitor. The 4K video resolution support means you’re covered for resolutions up to 3840 x 2160, at least while running at 30Hz.
Other Considerations
If you’re willing to drop down to 1080p, you’ll find support doubles to 60Hz. You can also get 60Hz while running at 1440p, at least if your video card happens to support it.
Keep in mind that this isn’t a bi-directional cable. It operates solely from HDMI to DisplayPort. You cannot take DisplayPort content and move it over to HDMI.
StarTech.com HDMI to DisplayPort Converter
Like Cable Matters, StarTech is another brand that’s specialized in making these sorts of cables and adapters. Here you’ll find the StarTech HDMI to DisplayPort Converter works to convert HDMI content over to the DisplayPort format, allowing you to connect a laptop or desktop alongside a DisplayPort monitor.
In that sense, this adapter strives to improve your productivity while viewing the documents, spreadsheets, and multiple websites across several screens. You can also capture 4K content being sent through an HDMI source, and view that content on a DisplayPort screen. But it’s not all about productivity. This adapter lets you connect with an Xbox One, PS4, and any other compatible gaming console you might want to use alongside a DisplayPort display.
Design & Layout
The StarTech HDMI to DisplayPort Converter is reasonably small and portable, measuring 6.69 x 5.59 x 1.18 inches, and weighing about an ounce and a half. Because the cable only runs about six inches, you need to have everything pretty close for everything in your setup to reach without needing extension cables.
As you’d expect, this is an active video adapter, which explains the USB Type-A male connection that’s connected with the HDMI portion of the cable. StarTech makes a lot of different adapters like this, so the general quality of construction here is quite good. For instance, there are small textural indents and rises which help you get a firm grip against the base of the cable. That makes each cable head much easier to connect or disconnect from your devices.
Other Considerations
While running the 4K support, you’ll find that you’re restricted to 30Hz. But you can run content at a higher 60Hz refresh rate if you’re willing to drop outside of UHD resolutions. Because the HDMI is format 1.4 while the DisplayPort is format 1.2. Basically, that’s ideal for someone who’s concerned with running higher refresh rates on 1440p content.
It’s unfortunate that they didn’t go above and beyond with specially plated connection terminals. But this sort of basic utilitarian design is easier to appreciate if you’re on a tight budget. This adapter includes a three-year warranty from StarTech, in addition to lifetime customer support from Star Tech.
FERRISA HDMI to DisplayPort Converter
The FERRISA HDMI to DP converter has a plug and play design that’s easy to appreciate. In terms of its capabilities, you’ll find it’s great for both mirror mode and extended mode, which closely imitates the capabilities of the other adapters on this list. And as a high performance HDMI to DisplayPort adapter, this converter is capable of connects laptops, desktops, Raspberry Pi 3 Model B kits, and similar devices without issue.
Design & Layout
The Philzli HDMI to DisplayPort Converter is available in a wide range of different sizes. They can be found running anywhere between six inches and 100ft. Actually, the 4ft option is typically the most cost effective variant. And for people who can’t get their stuff connected with a tiny 6” cable, four feet really ought to do the trick, which makes that the sweet spot for a lot of different people.
The USB power is made with a Type-A connector. The size of the USB-A connection head is quite small, measuring about 1.8” in length. And the size of the core adapter is equally quite small, measuring 1.69 x 0.71 x 0.31 inches. It’s worth noting you’ll find gold plated connection terminals, except for the USB-A connection, which is only running power so wouldn’t really benefit from the added effort.
If you do need much longer cables, those options are clearly present. Unfortunately, these much longer cables tend to be a little pricy because the FERRISA HDMI Converter is an active adapter, which tend to be a bit pricier than passive devices. Which is part of the reason why this device supports UHD 4K content, running 3840×2160 at 30Hz.
Other Considerations
Alternatively, you can run 1080p @ 120 Hz. Quite handy for PC gamers who plan on maintaining high refresh rates. But you don’t need to be a PC gamer to take advantage of this kind of thing. These cables work well with game consoles like the Xbox One S, allowing you to run content in 1080p without issue.
Like the other converter adapters this list, you’re not looking at a bi-directional device. It cannot be used for running a DisplayPort connection over into an HDMI connection. But it does include an 18-month warranty from FERRISA.
Picking Between 3 of the Best HDMI to DisplayPort Converter Adapters
The Cable Matters HDMI to DisplayPort Adapter uses a really clever design. For the DisplayPort and HDMI portion of the device, it only stretches about six inches, which is all most people really need. But it stretches three feet for the power connection, which makes it far more versatile than adapters like the StarTech HDMI to DisplayPort adapter.
If you’re looking for top quality adapters and you’re willing to pay a little more, you might want to consider the StarTech.com HDMI to DisplayPort Converter. It’s not the right choice for everyone because it only runs about six inches in length. But for reliable adapters that are made to last forever, it’s tough to beat StarTech. Their considerable warranty and customer service are actually pretty respectable.
The FERRISA HDMI to DisplayPort Converter doesn’t have the same kind of strong reputation as Cable Matters and StarTech. However, they do have the best options out there for HDMI to DisplayPort adapters that run more than 30 feet in length. If you’re looking for adapters that can go the distance, literally, then you’ll probably want to pick up a FERRISA HDMI adapter.