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Hello,
We just got a Macmini 2020, and we'll connect it to a TV that we have at the studio.
Would you use a simple HDMI cable to make the connection, or would it be better to get a USB-C > HDMI cable like this one, for example? I've heard that straight HDMI sometimes can be problematic (dropped frames, etc). Is that true?
We do a lot of video/photography editing.
Thank you!
Azurircred wrote:
Thanks for your reply. Sure, I can connect it with HDMI.
Yes it works using a direct HDMI to HDMI cable and you should try that before purchasing a USB-C to HDMI cable or adapter.
I was wondering if the quality is the same using HDMI only vs. USB-C > HDMI.
HDMI is HDMI and it would actually depend more on the size, resolution and if the TV has other inputs such as Display Port. For example, if the TV display also has a Display Port input, then it would be better to use a USB-C to Display Port cable.
We do a lot of video/photography editing
Your mileage may very depending on the quality of the TV. Keep in mind that large TV’s are better for video/movie playback and that smaller Displays are actually better for more detailed desktop and photo work.
Azurircred wrote:
Thanks for your reply. Sure, I can connect it with HDMI.
Yes it works using a direct HDMI to HDMI cable and you should try that before purchasing a USB-C to HDMI cable or adapter.
I was wondering if the quality is the same using HDMI only vs. USB-C > HDMI.
HDMI is HDMI and it would actually depend more on the size, resolution and if the TV has other inputs such as Display Port. For example, if the TV display also has a Display Port input, then it would be better to use a USB-C to Display Port cable.
We do a lot of video/photography editing
Your mileage may very depending on the quality of the TV. Keep in mind that large TV’s are better for video/movie playback and that smaller Displays are actually better for more detailed desktop and photo work.
Thanks for your reply. Sure, I can connect it with HDMI.
I was wondering if the quality is the same using HDMI only vs. USB-C > HDMI.
And yes it's a 2020, and it came out last March.
Cheers
Hello,
Seeing as Apple has not released a Mac mini (2020) I am assuming you are referring to Mac mini (2018). You should not have any problems connecting Mac mini to a TV using HDMI.
Connecting a Macmini to a TV. What's best?
