Silkland DisplayPort cable 1 m

The VESA-certified DP80 rating is the key feature here: this Silkland DisplayPort 2.1 cable is specified for bandwidth up to 80 Gbps, which makes it relevant for demanding high-refresh gaming displays and high-resolution setups. Its headline modes include up to 16K at 60 Hz, 8K at 240 Hz and 4K at 540 Hz when DSC is enabled, the connected graphics card and monitor also need to support the chosen mode. At 1 m, it is suited to a nearby PC-and-monitor connection rather than a long run across a room.

Key specifications

This is a DisplayPort-to-DisplayPort cable, VESA certified as DP80, with support for UHBR20, DSC 1.2a, HDCP 2.3, VRR, FEC, ALLM and MST. It is backward compatible with DisplayPort 2.0 and 1.4, so it may also suit an existing DP setup, though the connection will still depend on the capabilities of the devices at each end.

The listed uncompressed modes are 4K at 240 Hz, 8K at 60 Hz and 2K at 540 Hz. Higher advertised modes, including 8K at 240 Hz and 4K at 540 Hz, use DSC. That distinction matters if you are comparing monitor specifications: buying a higher-bandwidth cable alone does not unlock a refresh rate or resolution that the computer or display cannot handle. The cable also supports HDR10+, 3D, multi-monitor MST and uncompressed 2.0, 5.1 and 7.1 audio pass-through.

Its construction includes 28AWG tinned copper conductors, triple shielding, a nylon exterior and 24K gold-plated connectors. There is no locking latch, so connection is plug-and-play rather than secured with a release tab. The 1 m length is the more practical trade-off to consider if your PC sits farther from the screen.

Who it’s for

It’s a good fit if you have a DisplayPort-equipped gaming monitor and graphics card and want a cable specified for high refresh rates, HDR and variable refresh rate features. It may also suit a multi-monitor desk where MST is supported by the connected equipment. For example, with a desktop tower beside a gaming monitor, the short cable keeps the DP connection direct without leaving a long spare length coiled behind the desk.

If your setup only uses a basic display mode, a simpler DisplayPort cable may be enough, the extra bandwidth is most relevant when the source and screen can make use of it. This cable does not convert DisplayPort to another connection type. It may not be the right fit if you need a longer reach or your device has no DisplayPort port. By design, its advertised top-end modes depend on the rest of the system, and several require DSC.

Everyday use

The nylon jacket and triple shielding are intended to help with wear and signal stability, while the latch-free ends make plugging and unplugging straightforward. That construction may appeal for a permanent desk setup or a cable that gets moved occasionally, but the listing does not provide a bend-radius rating or other fit details for tight routing. Measure the path between your PC and monitor before choosing a 1 m cable, allowing enough slack for the connectors.

Buying questions

Will it run a 4K high-refresh monitor? The cable lists uncompressed 4K at 240 Hz and up to 4K at 540 Hz with DSC. The actual mode depends on the graphics card, monitor and their settings.

Can it be used with an older DisplayPort setup? It is listed as backward compatible with DisplayPort 2.0 and 1.4. The supported resolution and refresh rate will follow the connected devices, not just the cable rating.

Does it include a locking connector? No. The listing specifies a latch-free, plug-and-play design, so it does not have a release tab to lock the plug in place.

Final verdict

Choose this Silkland cable when you specifically need a short DP-to-DP connection with DP80 bandwidth for a compatible high-refresh or high-resolution setup. If your display and graphics card cannot use the higher modes, or your desk needs more than 1 m of reach, a less bandwidth-focused or longer cable is the more sensible match.