Although a single HDMI cable currently the most convenient transmission medium to transmit UHD video and audio in multiple formats at the same time, its shortcomings are also obvious. Long-distance HDMI cables (50ft or above) will cause signal loss and signal lag, especially for 4K HDR videos or games. The best solution is a 4K HDMI extender to use serial communication that can sustain the high bandwidth required over a longer distance over Cat 5, 6, or 7 Ethernet cable.
In order to ensure that the purchased products are of reliable quality, we have analyzed nearly 1,000 similar products on Amazon in terms of function, stability, and seller reliability, and excluded those with bad feedback and vague descriptions. Finally, we selected these best 4K HDMI extenders Over Cat 5/6/7 Ethernet Cable that we think on the market so far. These recommended products are not ranked in order. We have marked the supported transmission lengths for different resolutions. You can choose according to your actual needs. If there are new options on the market, we will update them in this article after a comprehensive comparison.
1. AV Access 4K HDMI Extender (HDBaseT)
Features
- HDMI Version: 1.4
- Supported Resolution: [email protected] (4:2:0 8bit), [email protected] 4:4:4, 1080p @60Hz, 3D
- Transmission Range: [email protected] (230ft / 70m) / UHD [email protected] 4:2:0 (130ft / 40m) over Cat5e/6a/7 ethernet cable
- Control: Bi-directional IR and RS232
- HDCP: 2.2/1.4
- HDR: [email protected]
- Power over Cable (PoC): Support
- Audio: Supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X,Dolby TrueHD,DTS-HD Master, LPCM 2.1/ 5.1/ 7.1CH
Tips: This 4K HDMI extender only supports [email protected] (4:2:0 8bit), if You want full HDMI 2.0 with the latest color standard (4:4:4 8-bit), HDMI 2.0b, and [email protected] HDR, please check this one.
Check it on Amazon >>2. Orei 4K HDMI Extender UltraHD Over Single Cat6/Cat7 Cable
Features
- HDMI Version: 2.0
- Supported Resolution: [email protected] 4: 4: 4 / 4: 2: 2, [email protected] 4:4:4, 1080p @60Hz, 3D
- Transmission Range: UHD [email protected] HDR (164ft / 50m) / [email protected] (260ft / 80m) over Cat6/7 ethernet cable
- Control: One-way IR
- HDCP: 2.2/1.4
- DVI: 1.0
- HDR: [email protected]
- Power over Cable (PoC): Support
- Audio: Supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X,Dolby TrueHD,DTS-HD Master, LPCM 2.1/ 5.1/ 7.1CH
Tips: This item only supports One-way IR control, if You want Bi-directional IR and RS232, please check this one[EX-230UHD]. but the transmission range of this one [EX-230UHD] is only [email protected] @130 Feet.
Check it on Amazon >>3. Monoprice 121609 Blackbird 4K Pro HDBaseT Extender Kit, IR, 70m With PoC, RS232, HDCP 2.2, [email protected]
Features
- HDMI Version: 2.0
- Supported Resolution: [email protected], [email protected], 1080p @60Hz, 3D
- Transmission Range: UHD [email protected] HDR (115ft / 35m) / 1080P (230ft / 70m) over Cat6/7 ethernet cable
- Control: Bi-directional IR and RS232
- HDCP: 2.2/1.4
- HDR: [email protected]
- Power over Cable (PoC): Support
- Audio: Supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X,Dolby TrueHD,DTS-HD Master, LPCM 2.1/ 5.1/ 7.1CH
4. gofanco HDBaseT HDMI Extender 4K 60Hz (4:2:0 8-bit) Over CAT5e/CAT6/CAT7 Cable with Bi-Directional IR, PoC – Up to 70 Meters (230 feet) @ 1080p 60Hz 40 Meters (130 feet) @ UHD, HDCP 2.2 (HDbaseT-Ext)
Features
- HDMI Version: 2.0
- Supported Resolution: [email protected] YUV 4:4:4 HDR, [email protected], 1080p @60Hz, 3D
- Transmission Range: UHD [email protected] HDR (115ft / 35m) / 1080P (220ft / 70m) over Cat6a/7 ethernet cable
- Transmission Range: UHD [email protected] HDR (116ft / 35m) / 1080P (197ft / 60m) over Cat5e/6 ethernet cable
- Control: Bi-directional IR
- HDCP: 2.2/1.4
- HDR: [email protected]
- Power over Cable (PoC): Support
- Audio: Supports Dolby Atmos, DTS:X,Dolby TrueHD,DTS-HD Master, LPCM 2.1/ 5.1/ 7.1CH
*Note: Does not support HDMI 1.2 and earlier
Check it on Amazon >>5. J-Tech Digital Long Range HDMI Extender Over Cat6 150m/492ft HDBaseT 4K60Hz 18Gbps Extender PoC, Bi-Directional IR, Supports Dolby Digital, DTS, with EDID, CEC, RS-232 Passthrough [JTECH-UHDT150]
Features
- HDMI Version: 2.0
- Supported Resolution: [email protected] YUV 4:4:4 HDR, [email protected], 1080p @60Hz, 3D
- Transmission Range: UHD [email protected] 4:4:4 HDR (394ft / 120m) / [email protected] (492ft / 160m) over Cat5e/6/6a/7 ethernet cable
- Control: Bi-Directional IR. Pass RS-232 or CEC commands
- HDCP: 2.2/1.4
- HDR/HDR 10: [email protected]
- Dolby Vision: Support
- Power over Cable (PoC): Support
- Audio: Supports Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD Master and Dolby Digital +
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FAQs:
Q: Can the Ethernet cable be connected through a network switch or does it have to be direct?
A: Must be connected directly.
Q: Will these 4K HDMI extenders work with a [email protected] TV?
A: No! Currently, there is no such device that can support [email protected] TV
Q: Will an HDMI extender work with a non-smart tv with HDMI?
A: Yes!
Q: Does these 4K HDMI extenders transmit ARC signal via wireless?
A: No!
Q: Can I use a 4K HDMI extender between my PC and 4k monitor?
A: Yes!