DisplayPort 2.1 cable MicroConnect MC-DP-MMG-050V2.1 80 Gbps, DisplayPort to DisplayPort, supports 16K

MicroConnect MC-DP-MMG-050V2.1 is a DisplayPort 2.1 cable engineered for high-bandwidth video transmission between DisplayPort sources and DisplayPort displays. With support for up to 80 Gbps of raw bandwidth and compatibility with up to 16K resolution, the cable targets use with modern high-resolution monitors, professional graphics workflows and high-refresh-rate gaming setups. The cable is 0.5 m long and includes features intended to ensure stable connections and accurate signal delivery.

Advantages

The cable provides high throughput to enable demanding video modes such as 16K@60Hz and very high refresh rates at lower resolutions. It supports DisplayPort features including HDR and HDCP 2.3 for protected content, as well as DSC (Display Stream Compression) and MST (Multi-Stream Transport) where supported by connected devices. Physical design elements include gold-plated connectors and a plug with a locking mechanism to improve contact reliability and reduce accidental disconnects.

Suitable for

• Connecting high-resolution monitors and professional displays (up to 16K where supported)
• High-refresh-rate gaming at compatible resolutions (for example 8K at high Hz and 4K at very high Hz where system supports it)
• Multi-monitor setups using MST on compatible hosts and displays
• Workstations that require HDR and HDCP 2.3 compliance for color-accurate or protected content

When it may not be suitable

This cable is designed specifically for DisplayPort-to-DisplayPort connections; it is not suitable for devices that only offer HDMI, USB-C Alternate Mode, or other interface types without an appropriate active adapter. Achieving the maximum advertised resolutions and refresh rates depends on the capabilities of both the source device and the display, as well as system graphics performance; the cable alone does not guarantee those modes if endpoints do not support them.

Key specifications

• Interface: DisplayPort to DisplayPort
• Version: DisplayPort 2.1 compatibility
• Maximum bandwidth: 80 Gbps
• Supported resolutions and refresh rates: up to 16K@60Hz; 8K at high refresh rates; 4K at very high refresh rates (dependent on source/display)
• Supports HDR and HDCP 2.3
• Supports DSC (Display Stream Compression) and MST (Multi-Stream Transport)
• Connector plating: gold-plated contacts
• Locking plug for secure connections
• Cable length: 0.5 m

How to use

Connect one end of the MicroConnect DisplayPort 2.1 cable to the DisplayPort output on your source device and the other end to the DisplayPort input on your monitor or display. Ensure connectors are fully inserted and the locking mechanism engages if present. Configure the display settings in your operating system and graphics driver to select the desired resolution, refresh rate, HDR, and color settings. If using MST or advanced features, enable the corresponding options in the host graphics settings and confirm the display supports those modes.

What to consider before purchase

• Verify that both your source device and display support DisplayPort 2.1 features required for the target resolution and refresh rate.
• Check that your graphics card and drivers support HDR, HDCP 2.3, DSC, or MST if you plan to use those features.
• Confirm a 0.5 m cable length fits your setup; longer runs may require different cable lengths or active solutions.

Usage recommendations

Use the cable in configurations where both endpoints support the desired DisplayPort 2.1 features to ensure optimal performance. For best results, keep firmware and graphics drivers up to date and avoid excessive cable bending near the connectors to maintain signal integrity.