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Saturday, September 17, 2016 8:51 PM (permalink)
I have an Evga Gtx 980 FTW 4gb card (Displayport 1.2) and an Asus VG278HE (HDMI 1.4) monitor.
Currently I am using a DVI-D 'dual' cable to connect them together. No problems whatsoever.
 
My question is should I use a Display Port to HDMI cable?  
If so, then why?
 
Also would I still be able to run the monitor at 144 hz?
 
Thanks in advance.
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    Re: Question concerning video cables Saturday, September 17, 2016 10:47 PM (permalink) ☄ Helpfulby McEvga Sunday, September 18, 2016 10:02 AM
    I think you should stick to the DVI-D cable unless you need the HDMI cable for audio. HDMI has limitations on what refresh rate it can run (I believe you can only go up to 120hz).

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    Re: Question concerning video cables Sunday, September 18, 2016 10:02 AM (permalink)
    Thanks!
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    Re: Question concerning video cables Sunday, September 18, 2016 10:11 AM (permalink)
    In the future when it becomes time to replace your monitor go with a DP based model.

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    Re: Question concerning video cables Monday, September 19, 2016 3:09 AM (permalink)
    Yep, DVI is MUCH better for gaming, HDMI and DP are better for watching movies and such.
    My DP 'works' at 144hz, but it is glitchy.
    My other monitor (and totally seperate computer), DVI, has never had 1 single issue.
    But, DP seems to be better than HDMI, although they share some of the same problems.

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