Plugable USB-C to DisplayPort Adapter Cable
The Plugable USB-C to DisplayPort Adapter Cable enables you to connect USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 / 4 enabled devices that support “VESA DisplayPort Alternate Mode over USB-C” (“Alt Mode”) to external displays with DisplayPort (DP).
6 foot display cable supports resolutions up to 3840×2160@60Hz (4K) on DisplayPort displays.
Uncompromising Performance
Alt Mode adapters like this USB-C to DisplayPort cable are a convenient option for adding an additional display output on supported systems. Since DisplayPort Alternate Mode is a direct pipeline to the host graphics processor (GPU) in your system, the connected display will function with the same performance as a natively attached display.
Video and photo editing, gaming, and other resource-intensive tasks are possible assuming that the system’s GPU capabilities are sufficient for the application being used.
Compatibility
Compatible Systems
Plug and Play installation on any Windows, Mac, Chrome OS, or Linux host which supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode (Alt Mode) video output functionality.
USB-C / Thunderbolt 3 to DisplayPort adapter has been fully tested for functionality on the 2018+ iPad Pro (mirroring only), MacBook Air, 2017 iMac/iMac Pro, 2017 & 2018 MacBook/MacBook Pro, MacBook Retina 12″ 2016 / 2017, Google Pixelbook, Chromebook Pixel 2015, Dell XPS 13 9360 / 9370 & XPS 15 9560 / 9570, Lenovo P50, and Samsung Galaxy S8 / S8+.
Audio is supported on DisplayPort capable TVs and monitors with built-in speakers.
Our Type C to DisplayPort cable works with DisplayPort displays.
Incompatible Systems
Most current phones and tablets with USB-C ports do not support Alt Mode video output.
ASMedia USB 3.1 controllers do not support Alt Mode video at this time.
DisplayPort connector cannot be converted to HDMI, DVI, or VGA.
Motherboards with dual USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 ports are limited to a single Alt Mode output; only one Alt Mode adapter supported per system.
DisplayPort MST
USB to DisplayPort adapter is capable of passing Multi-Stream data. However, DisplayPort MST daisy chaining is dependent upon the host system, graphics drivers, and monitors being used.
Features
- USB-C to DisplayPort—Utilizes the video capabilities of USB-C ports on supported devices to drive a DisplayPort monitor. USB C to DisplayPort cable supports up to 3840×2160 @ 60Hz (4K)
- Ready to Go—Extend your viewing with ultra crisp resolutions up to 4K and clear audio—perfect for video, gaming, and working. No drivers to download, just plug and go. Use as USB C to DisplayPort adapter
- Compatibility—Supported on Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, and Linux. Requires Thunderbolt 3 / 4 or a USB-C port that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode. Also works as Thunderbolt to DisplayPort cable
- Use it With—Works with 2018+ iPad Pro, modern Mac computers, Dell XPS, Microsoft Surface Book 2, HP Spectre x360 systems with Thunderbolt ports, and other systems that support DisplayPort Alternate Mode over USB-C
- 2 Year Warranty—We love our Plugable products, and hope you will too. All of our products are backed with a 2-year limited parts and labor warranty as well as Seattle-based email support.
Specifications
In The Box
| Item and Quantity | Item Notes |
|---|---|
| 1x USB-C to DisplayPort Cable |
Video
| Port | Placement | Specification | Max Resolution and Refresh Rate | HDCP | Chipset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1x USB-C (Input) |
Cable End | DisplayPort 1.2 | 3840×2160 @ 60Hz |
Host Dependent | |
| 1x DisplayPort (Output) |
Cable End | DisplayPort 1.2 | 3840×2160 @ 60Hz |
Host Dependent |
Audio
| Port | Placement | Connection | Max Bit Depth and Sample Rate | Signal Output | Channels | Chipset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DisplayPort Output |
Front | DisplayPort | Host Dependent | Digital | Host Dependent | Alt Mode |
Included Cables
| Port Type (Side 1) | Cable Specification | Port Type (Side 2) | Cable Length | External Power for Cable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1x Male USB-C | USB 3.0 (5Gbps) | 1x Male USB-C | 1.8m/6.0ft | No |
