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What is the difference between Gold plated HDMI cables and the standard cheaper HDMI cables?

  • I had a standard HDMI cable but i needed a longer one. So i bought a new one that was gold plated. It is still shipping in but id like to know whether it makes a big difference ...show more

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    Gold does not make any improvement in sound or picture it is not the best conductor it used because it does not oxidize like other metals. I feel manufactures also use it more as a ploy to make people believe they are getting a better cable and they can charge more. Price does not guarantee your getting a better cable. There is a difference in the quality of picture and or sound in all cables including digital cables, the key is weather the system is of high enough quality to show you those differences. The system or video display must also be well calibrated as well. Your independent hi-end audio store carry the better cables and have the knowledge to help you choose the right cables for your system. Kevin 35 years hi-end audio video specialist

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Gold plated connectors have better conductivity. But, you won't see that difference in the picture quality. An HDMI cable passes a digital signal, which is not nearly as susceptible to things like outside interference and bad connectivity like an analog signal is. The more expensive cables also have better shielding and are built to take a bit more abuse before breaking. But, according to every review I have ever seen about them (including on CNET's website), you shouldn't spend more than $10 for a 6-foot HDMI cable for any standard, non-professional application.

Paul in San Diego

The gold plated HDMI cable is better. Better quality and last longer, also is a better conducter.

Tay Tay

There is no difference. I would recommend checking out the HDMI cables at Hosa Tech. They are a legit company, have great prices, and ship very quickly. They're a pretty big player in the professional audio and music industry also. Check out their HDMI cables at http://www.hosatech.com/category/337041/HDMI_Cables

Joe_Bear79

I honestly see no difference between the two. I think the only time it makes a difference is if you have an extremely long HDMI cable.

Ryan

Gold is just a better conductor. But I use two HDMI cables, one gold one cheap, and I can't tell the difference.

Bradly

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