We compared two 2m DisplayPort 1.4 cables: the UGREEN DisplayPort 1.4 Cable 2m and the Silkland DisplayPort 1.4 Cable 2m.
What we looked at
Certification, resolution and refresh rate claims, bandwidth, build, and price.
The verdict
If you want a braided cable with 4K at up to 240Hz on the listing, the UGREEN is the pick at £9.99. If you would rather save £4.00 on a VESA certified cable that lists 4K at 144Hz and DSC 1.2, the Silkland is the alternative, at £5.99.
A £9.99 2m braided DisplayPort 1.4 cable, VESA certified, 8K at 60Hz.
A £5.99 2m VESA certified DisplayPort 1.4 cable, 8K at 60Hz and 4K at 144Hz.
UGREEN DisplayPort 1.4 Cable 2m (Braided, VESA Certified) — Braided Pick
Intended for: Marketed as a 2m braided DisplayPort 1.4 cable, VESA certified, supporting 8K at 60Hz and 4K at up to 120Hz or 240Hz, with 32.4Gbps bandwidth. Carries 4.7 stars from 2.7K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Braided cable construction
- VESA certified per the listing
- Lists 4K at up to 240Hz and 8K at 60Hz
- 32.4Gbps bandwidth
Worth knowing
- Costs £4.00 more than the Silkland on these listings
- Same 4.7 star rating as the Silkland, so the extra cost buys braiding and a higher listed refresh rate rather than a better rating
Best for
- Buyers who want a braided cable
- Anyone with a high refresh rate gaming monitor
- Those who want a certified cable
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want the lowest price
- Anyone who only needs a basic 1080p connection
Silkland DisplayPort 1.4 Cable 2m (VESA Certified) — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a 2m VESA certified DisplayPort 1.4 cable supporting 8K at 60Hz and 4K at 144Hz, with HBR3 32.4Gbps bandwidth, DSC 1.2 and 28AWG tinned oxygen-free copper conductors. Carries 4.7 stars from 2.6K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the UGREEN on these listings, at £5.99
- VESA certified per the listing
- DSC 1.2 and HBR3 32.4Gbps listed
- 28AWG tinned oxygen-free copper
Worth knowing
- Lists 4K at 144Hz, where the UGREEN lists up to 240Hz
- Braiding is not stated in the details we reviewed
Best for
- Buyers who want the lowest price
- Anyone who wants a certified cable
- Those who want DSC 1.2 support
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a braided cable
- Anyone who needs the highest listed 4K refresh rate
