Is using Apple's new TB 5 cable to connect my base Mac Mini M4 to my Samsung M7 monitor overkill? Will I see any advantages in terms of video quality?
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Thunderbolt 5 cable
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Overkill and you won’t notice anything for most current products connected to an Apple device. If Apple creates a ProMotion display you might see one come in the box but for 60Hz there would be no gain.
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HobeSoundDarryl
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Or as others make equipment- including displays- that can utilize TB5 too, people might see benefits. It's obviously not limited to only Apple creations.
Why buy a thunderbolt5 cable (they're not cheap, right?) for a Mac that only has tbolt4 ports?
The prices on the TB 4 pro cables are even higher and I don't need more than a meter.
