AkoaDa 4K Long HDMI Cable (HDMI 2.0, 18Gbps, ARC compatible) – Grey, 9M
Product description
If you’re buying a long HDMI lead, the key question is usually simple: will it carry a stable picture and sound at the formats you actually use, without drama? The AkoaDa 4K Long HDMI Cable is pitched as an 18Gbps HDMI 2.0-style cable that supports 4K up to 60Hz and HDR, with ARC compatibility for TVs.
On paper, it’s aimed at day-to-day home setups and common AV uses, where you want a longer run (this one is 9m) and don’t want to think about flicker or signal drop-out every time you switch sources. That said, with any long HDMI cable, performance can depend quite a lot on the equipment on both ends and the quality of the source signal.
The essentials
This is a long, braided HDMI cable with male HDMI connectors on both ends. The brand states it’s backward compatible with HDMI 1.4/1.3 devices, which is useful if you’re mixing older kit with newer screens.
It’s also described as supporting high-speed transfers (18Gbps) and formats including 4K at 60Hz, HDR, and UHD 3D, plus features such as ARC (Audio Return Channel), CEC, and HEC (as listed in the product description). The cable is also framed as “plug in and play”, with no driver installation required.
In practical terms, it’s the kind of lead you’d look for when you need a bit more reach for a living-room TV, a bedroom games setup, or to connect a monitor to a small distance away from your console or PC tower.
Key takeaways
A few things stand out in the way this cable is positioned.
First, the stated support for 4K @ 60Hz and HDR means it’s not only meant for basic 1080p setups. If you’ve got a compatible TV/monitor and a source device that can output 4K at 60Hz, this cable is designed to keep that path open.
Second, the construction details are meant to address the two usual concerns with long runs: durability and interference. It’s described as having a braided nylon cable with an aluminium housing, gold-plated connectors, and a triple-shielded approach with EMI protection.
Worth noting: some of the “no flicker, no black screen” claims are inherently difficult to verify without testing your exact setup. So while the intent is good, you’ll still want to check your TV and source’s HDMI features (especially ARC/CEC) if those matter to your setup.
What you’ll notice day to day
Where this cable tends to make sense is when you care about stability more than theory.
Imagine setting up a PS5 or PS4 on the far side of a room, with the TV or monitor on a different wall. A 9m HDMI run gives you the flexibility to place the console where it fits, then route the cable neatly behind furniture or along the skirting.
If your display supports ARC, the promise is that audio can be sent back to a compatible sound system over the same HDMI connection. In real homes, that can reduce cable clutter around soundbars or AV receivers, as long as ARC is enabled on your TV and your audio device.
Tech specs
- Type: HDMI cable (male-to-male connectors)
- Version/format (as stated): HDMI 2.0
- Transfer bandwidth (as stated): 18Gbps
- Maximum video support (as stated): 4K at 60Hz (3840 x 2160)
- Supported/mentioned formats & features (as listed): HDR, UHD 3D, ARC (Audio Return Channel), CEC, HEC, Ethernet (HDMI 2.0 with Ethernet is referenced)
- Construction (as described): braided nylon cable, aluminium housing, gold-plated connector, triple-shielded with EMI protection, tinplate casing
- Colour: Grey
- Length: 9m
Who it’s for (and who should avoid it)
This cable suits people who need a longer HDMI connection and want one lead that can handle modern display formats such as 4K at 60Hz and HDR, while still being usable with HDMI 1.4/1.3 devices.
It may not be the best match if your setup is very sensitive to HDMI compatibility quirks. Long HDMI runs can sometimes behave differently depending on the source device, TV/monitor, and whether you’re using ARC/CEC. If your priority is the absolute simplest setup with minimal HDMI feature switching, you may want to consider shorter runs or focus on ensuring your devices’ HDMI settings are aligned.
It also won’t feel “special” if you’re only ever connecting older 1080p equipment at short distance—at that point, a shorter lead can be easier to live with.
Buying verdict
A solid pick if you need a 9m HDMI lead for a home entertainment or workstation setup and you want it to cover 4K @ 60Hz and HDR, with ARC support if your TV and audio device can use it.
Better avoided if you’re hoping to guarantee perfect ARC/CEC behaviour without checking your devices’ settings, or if your situation could be solved with a shorter cable (because shorter runs usually reduce variables). If you do buy, it’s worth double-checking that your TV/monitor and source devices actually support the same features you care about—especially ARC and CEC—so you don’t end up troubleshooting settings instead of enjoying the picture.
Mini FAQ
Common questions
Does it support 4K at 60Hz?
Yes, the listing states support for 4K video up to 3840 x 2160 at 60Hz, along with HDR.
Is it compatible with older HDMI devices?
The description says it’s backward compatible with HDMI 1.4 and HDMI 1.3.
Does it include ARC?
ARC compatibility is mentioned in the product description, which is relevant if your TV and sound system support ARC.
Will it work with PS5 and PS4?
The listing mentions PS5/4/3 among the devices it’s compatible with, along with TVs, PCs, projectors, and monitors.
Is the braided design meant to improve durability?
That’s the idea: it’s described as having braided nylon with an aluminium housing and gold-plated connectors designed for corrosion resistance.