DisplayPort (DP), with the most common version 1.2, lies between HDMI 1.4 and 2.0 in terms of performance. Newer versions – 1.3 or 1.4 – allow transfer rates that enable resolutions of up to 8k. The biggest advantage of this standard is the ability to connect multiple screens in series (multi-streaming). Thus, the first screen is connected to the notebook and the second screen to the first. In addition, Apple, later together with Intel, developed the Mini DisplayPort, which is very common in notebooks and desktops today. What’s confusing here, however, is that Apple includes an identical-looking interface called Thunderbolt on newer devices (the difference is in the lightning bolt next to the port). A Thunderbolt port also functions as a DP. Conversely, however, it is not possible to run Thunderbolt devices on a DP port. The DP connector, unlike HDMI, also has a locking mechanism that ensures a more reliable connection between the PC and the display device.
HDMI – First choice for connection to the TV
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is one of the most widely used connection options of various multimedia systems. The reason is that this standard is designed for uncompressed video and audio signals. HDMI was introduced in 2002, today mostly found in versions 1.4 and 2.0. The latter allows, for example, the transmission of a 4K resolution with 60 frames per second and a stronger color saturation (HDR). Some notebooks and many digital cameras have mini or micro HDMI ports, a smaller version. HDMI is the first choice for connecting a PC or media center to a TV.
