HDMI vs DisplayPort cable display connection?

[stevierose]

Hello friends
I have just upgraded from a 2011 Mac Mini to a 2018 Mac Mini. On the 2011 I used an HDMI cable and an adapter to connect with my NEC PA231W monitor. The 2018 Mini has 4 Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports, so I now have the option of using a DisplayPort cable to connect to the monitor. Is there any advantage to doing that vs just sticking to the HDMI to DVI connection?

Thanks

Steve Rosenblum

 

[Archlich]

For your current monitor, no, unless you'd like to transmit some audio signal(which would require some splitting) as well.

 

[willie_901]

For your current monitor, no, unless you'd like to transmit some audio signal(which would require some splitting) as well.

I agree. I use HDMI to DVI for my late 2012 MacMini to drive with ASUS PA248 for a second display. It's fine.

 

[ColSebastianMoran]

I have had experiences with poor color on an external monitor.

I say try 'em both. I settled on a Thunderbolt to HDMI cable because this approach gave better color.

Sorry, I don't remember the details.