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Which video cable should you choose? HDMI, DisplayPort, RCA, VGA or SCART compared

Quale cavo video scegliere? HDMI, DisplayPort, RCA, VGA o SCART a confronto

Which video cable should you choose? HDMI, DisplayPort, RCA, VGA or SCART compared

HDMI: one of the most widely used standards for video transmission

When it comes to video connections, HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is undoubtedly one of the most widely used standards. It is found on a wide range of devices such as laptops, TVs, Smart TVs and monitors from brands like Toshiba, LG, Samsung, Philips, Panasonic and many others.

Vivanco offers different types of HDMI cables, designed to meet various needs. A common feature of many models is anti-bend protection, particularly useful when the cable needs to run through tight spaces or hard-to-reach areas such as corners or behind furniture.

Within the range, you will find cables with 1.4, 2.0 and 2.1 standards, which mainly differ in terms of the maximum supported resolution:

  • HDMI 1.4: up to Full HD (1080p)
  • HDMI 2.0: up to 4K
  • HDMI 2.1: ideal for 8K content as well

DisplayPort and VGA: ideal solutions for monitors, laptops and projectors

Some MacBooks, notebooks, projectors or monitors are equipped with DisplayPort or VGA connectors. If your device has this type of connection, no problem: Vivanco has exactly what you need! Vivanco offers various DisplayPort cables with support for resolutions up to 4K and a length of 1.8 metres.

You will also find DisplayPort and Mini DisplayPort cables designed to connect devices with an HDMI port. Vivanco VGA cables are available in 1.5 m and 3 m lengths, suitable for every need. The double shielding ensures stable, high-quality signal transmission. Vivanco’s VGA and DisplayPort cables also feature anti-bend protection and offer a pleasant soft-touch feel.

RCA and SCART: perfect for TVs, consoles and traditional devices

RCA and SCART cables are still very useful today for connecting various devices, especially more “traditional” ones. They are ideal for linking devices such as VHS players, video recorders, DVD players and consoles to a TV, ensuring simple and immediate audio/video transmission.

Vivanco RCA cables are easy to recognise thanks to their three colour-coded connectors, designed to make accurate connections with TVs from brands such as Panasonic, Sony, Samsung, LG, Hisense, Philips and many others. They are available in 1.5 m or 3 m lengths and offer a good balance between practicality and durability: the PVC outer jacket makes them soft yet resistant.

Vivanco 21-pin SCART cables are also designed for reliable connections: the 1.5-metre length is perfect for connecting TVs, VHS players or decoders positioned close to each other. If you need to connect a device with a SCART output to one with RCA inputs, the most suitable solution is the SCART–RCA cable, specifically designed to ensure compatibility between the two interfaces.

Don’t have the right cable? Choose a Vivanco adapter

It may happen that you don’t have the right video cable available and cannot source it quickly. In these cases, an adapter is often the most practical solution. Vivanco offers a complete range of video cable adapters, designed to meet every connection requirement.

Within the category, you will find many options, including HDMI to VGA and DisplayPort adapters, DVI-I and DVI-D adapters, and even SCART to RCA adapters, ideal for ensuring compatibility between devices with different ports.

If you need to distribute a video signal to multiple screens using a single cable, you can choose splitter adapters, mainly available for HDMI and SCART. HDMI or RCA extension cables also allow you to connect two cables together and use them as one longer connection.

For adapters as well, Vivanco offers models with gold-plated connectors, designed to ensure better signal stability and greater durability over time.

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