Performance

Featuring the highest-performance DisplayLink DL-5500 chipset, the Plugable UGA-4KHDMI graphics adapter lets you connect an additional HDMI display up to 3840x2160@30Hz (4K/UHD/2160p) to your Windows-based laptop, desktop, or tablet and Mac 10.14 via USB 3.0. This makes it an excellent choice for those needing a USB to HDMI adapter for TV, a USB 3.0 to HDMI adapter, or a USB display adapter for professional and entertainment purposes.



Compatibility

Drivers available for Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 7 / XP and Mac 10.14 systems.

Supports Intel, M1 (Pro, Max), M2 (Pro, Max), M3 (Pro, Max) Macs on macOS 10.14 with the installation of the DisplayLink Manager Application available on Plugable's website.


For optimal performance and compatibility please ensure your Graphics processing unit(GPU) and USB 3.0 host controller drivers are up to date.

Non-Compatible Systems

Not compatible with ARM-based Windows(Surface RT)

Linux/Unix is not supported.

HDMI conversion to DisplayPort and dual-link DVI not supported.

Monitor Compatibility

Supports HDMI displays up to 4K at 30Hz refresh rate, while 3440x1440 supports 50Hz. 2560x1600, 2560x1440, 2560x1080, 1920x1080 (1080P) and lower modes support up to 60Hz.

4K/UHD output requires compatible 4K/UHD display and "high speed" HDMI 1.4 cable.

Not recommended for use with Samsung UHD TVs.

Audio outputs in stereo format; 5.1 output is not supported.

Application Compatibility

Does not support HDCP, and will not allow for playback of encrypted Bluray disks or copy-protected content.

Not recommended for rendering, video editing or gaming.

Video playback at 1080P and above requires playback software that supports GPU acceleration.