Tech News Today
  • Hardware
    • Motherboards
    • CPUs
    • Graphic Cards
    • RAM
    • SSDs
    • Computer Cases
    • Monitors
    • Peripherals
    • Power Supply Unit
    • PC Builds
    • Computer Tips
  • Software
  • Operating System
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
  • Gaming
  • Mobile
  • Console
  • More
    • Internet
    • Networking
    • Security
    • Buyer’s Guide
    • Gadgets
    • Laptops
    • Reviews
    • How To
    • News
Facebook Twitter Instagram
Tech News Today
  • Hardware
    • Motherboards
    • CPUs
    • Graphic Cards
    • RAM
    • SSDs
    • Computer Cases
    • Monitors
    • Peripherals
    • Power Supply Unit
    • PC Builds
    • Computer Tips
  • Software
  • Operating System
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
  • Gaming
  • Mobile
  • Console
  • More
    • Internet
    • Networking
    • Security
    • Buyer’s Guide
    • Gadgets
    • Laptops
    • Reviews
    • How To
    • News
Tech News Today
Home»Windows»How to Connect HDMI Laptop to DisplayPort Monitor

How to Connect HDMI Laptop to DisplayPort Monitor

Abhishek SilwalBy Abhishek SilwalJanuary 4, 2023
hdmi-laptop-to-displayport-monitor

Most monitors include more than one display port, with some even having separate ports such as HDMI, DisplayPort, or VGA. However, this case does not apply to all monitors, so you may be in a situation where you need to connect an HDMI laptop to a monitor with only DisplayPorts.

In such cases, there are two ways you can go about successfully making the connection. If your laptop has a USB Type-C Alternate mode port, you can use a USB-C adapter. If not, your only option is to use an HDMI-to-DisplayPort adapter.

HDMI to DisplayPort Adapter

This adapter is the easiest way to connect your HDMI laptop to a DisplayPort Monitor.

However, keep in mind that HDMI output cannot translate properly to a DisplayPort input if you simply use a passive adapter. It prevents you from using all the functionalities of the monitor, so you need to use an active adapter instead. An active adapter consists of some computing power that actively translates the signals from HDMI to DisplayPort-compatible and vice versa.

HDMI-to-DisplayPort-Adapter

The video quality and other features depend on the minimum specifications of the monitor or your laptop’s HDMI port. Also, the latest standards of both technology significantly improve the specs. So, it’s best to use the adapter for the proper HDMI and DisplayPort standards to avoid bottlenecks.

It’s better to get a male-to-male adapter to directly connect the devices without having to use other cables. Then, you can connect the HDMI end to your laptop and the DisplayPort end to the monitor. However, getting a male HDMI-to-female DisplayPort adapter is also fine. Here, you need to use a DisplayPort cable to connect the adapter’s female port to your monitor.

USB Type-C Hub or Adapter

If your laptop has a USB-C port that supports DisplayPort over USB Type-C (Alt mode), the best way to connect it to a DisplayPort monitor is by using a USB Type-C hub or adapter/cable. These ports can transport DisplayPort audio/video (AV) as an output while reflecting the full capability of the DisplayPort standard in use.

To check if your port supports this feature, look for a DP or thunderbolt icon next to it. On the other hand, some compatible ports do not have any icons near them, so the best way to check is by visiting official sources.

If you have such a port, you can use a USB Type-C to DisplayPort Cable or Adapter to connect your laptop to the monitor. You can also use a Type-C hub or dongle as long as it has a DisplayPort output.

usb-to-displayport-hub

You must also inspect whether your USB Type-C cable supports carrying DisplayPort audio/video data. Many USB-C manufacturers don’t comply with the proper specifications, so it’s best to use a USB-IF-certified cable.

Then, simply connect the USB Type-C connector to the proper port on your PC and the DisplayPort end to the monitor. If you are using a hub or dongle, you need an additional DisplayPort cable to connect the monitor to the hub.

how-to
Abhishek Silwal
  • LinkedIn

Abhishek Silwal is an Electronics Engineer and a technical writer at TechNewsToday. He specializes in troubleshooting a wide range of computer-related issues. His educational background in Electronics Engineering has given him a solid foundation in understanding of computers. He is also proficient in several programming languages and has worked on various robotics projects. Even in his early days, he used to tinker with various computer components, both hardware, and software, to satiate his curiosity. This experience has given him a breadth of experience that goes beyond his educational qualification. Abhishek has been writing articles on dealing with varieties of technical issues and performing specific tasks, especially on a Windows machine. He strives to create comprehensive guides on fixing many system and hardware issues and help others solve their problems. You can contact him at abhisheksilwal@technewtoday.com

Related Posts

antimalware service executable high memory

Fix: Antimalware Service Executable High Memory

May 18, 2023
windows event logs

How to Check Event Logs on Windows

May 17, 2023
the rpc server is unavailable

Fix: The RPC Server is Unavailable

May 15, 2023
DirectStorage Windows 11

How to Enable DirectStorage on Windows 11

May 15, 2023
audio keeps cutting out

5 Ways to Fix Audio Keeps Cutting Out on Windows 11

May 12, 2023
MBR Error 1 2 3

What is MBR Error 1, 2, 3? 7 Ways to Fix It

May 11, 2023
Add A Comment

Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

Latest Posts
Best-1200W-PSU

8 Best 1200W PSUs for Extreme PC Builds in 2023

May 16, 2023
Best-1000W-PSU

10 Best 1000W PSUs in 2023

May 16, 2023
best-700w-psu

10 Best 700W PSUs for Gaming in 2023

May 14, 2023
You may also like
antimalware service executable high memory

Fix: Antimalware Service Executable High Memory

May 18, 2023
printer-printing-pink

Why is My Printer Printing Pink? 6 Ways to Fix It

May 18, 2023
how to clean usb c port

How to Clean USB-C Port Safely

May 17, 2023
Recommended
Cookie Clicker Garden Guide

Cookie Clicker Garden Guide to Unlocking Every Seed

September 26, 2021
monitor no signal

Computer Turns On But Monitor Says No Signal (9 Ways To Fix)

November 10, 2022
Facebook Twitter Pinterest
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Our Team
  • Editorial Guidelines
  • Privacy Policy
  • Affiliate Disclosure
© 2023 TechNewsToday, editor@technewstoday.com | Tech Central Pvt. Ltd.

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.