However, two HDMI ports on this monitor conform to version 2.0, whereas the rest work to HDMI version 2.1. Image: ASUS Tuf Gaming VG28UQL1A Specs To use this monitor to its FULL POTENTIAL, i.e., at 4K@144Hz, you must connect to the HDMI 2.1 port. Essentially, several HDMI standards are used, and more on the horizon. Here are a few you may run into: 1.4, 1.4b, 2.0, 2.0b, 2.1 (Released in 2018) These standards are defined by the HDMI Licensing Administration and The HDMI Forum. They offer manufacturers fundamental specifications that cables and devices have to follow. There were some AVR's that had HDMI 2.1 capability but the chips they used were for DSC only. So they don't actually work. It may not be until next year for something to be out. For now you may just have to swap the cable. HDMI ports are rated for 10,000 insertions, so you should be fine. 1. Given that it's 2023, there isn't really a valid excuse nowadays to not putting HDMI 2.1 on a monitor. But in past years, these types of monitors were targeted at desktop users with a beefy GPU that can output 4K, connecting through DisplayPort and not HDMI. Considering that until recently, 4K high refresh rate was near impossible on most While HDMI 2.1 has its benefits, the new DisplayPort 2.0 specification allows for resolutions up to an amazing 16K along with higher refresh rates — all thanks to a near-tripled bandwidth over That is where the new generation of HDMI 2.1 steps in. Continue reading to learn what HDMI 2.1 is and how this technology benefits your gaming experience. Or check out ViewSonic ELITE monitors equipped with HDMI 2.1 capabilities for an expanded game setup. Before we move on to HDMI 2.1, it will be useful to understand what HDMI is. Step 3: By pressing the “ F ” button located on your soundbar’s remote, you will be able to scroll through its output options. You will want to select “ HDMI ”. Step 4: In your TV’s Settings under Audio Output, you will have to toggle the Audio system option. Step 5: Change your TV’s input source to the Apple TV. What is most important here is that you need an HDMI 2.1 GPU with 2 HDMI 2.1 cables connected to an HDMI 2.1 Capture card. That last one is difficult since it does not yet exist I believe. For now, you are locked with using HDMI 2.0 Capture card and can either play in 1440p 120hz HDR or 4K 60hz HDR (max bandwidth with current Capture card) EDIT The Switch one says “high speed hdmi cable” but nothing about if it’s 2.1 or not. Idk if “high speed” and “ultra high speed” are two different things or just marketing bs Archived post. Report abuse. HDMI 2.0 only supports 1440p60 or 1080p120. If you want a higher resolution with 120fps, you'll need a HDMI 2.1 cable. Your Series S also supports 4k with up to 120fps, just like the Series X. You can find more info here Set up 4K gaming at 120 Hz on Xbox Series X | Xbox Support when you expand the "Enable 120 Hz without 4K" Tab. 1UjmN.