Description

Vention DP to VGA Cable – 1.5M Black

The Vention DP to VGA Cable is a 1.5-metre adapter cable that connects a DisplayPort output on a desktop or laptop to a VGA monitor, projector, or screen. DisplayPort to VGA conversion requires active circuitry to translate the digital DisplayPort signal into an analog VGA output, so this cable includes an integrated conversion chip — no external adapter box or power supply needed. At 1.5 metres, it suits standard desk setups comfortably, with enough reach to route neatly between a tower PC or laptop and a monitor without pulling taut. It’s a practical solution for IT teams, home office users, and professionals who need to keep legacy VGA displays in service alongside newer DisplayPort-equipped hardware.

 


Technical Specifications

Connector Types

  • Source End: DisplayPort (Male) — connects to DisplayPort output on source device
  • Display End: VGA (Male, 15-pin D-Sub) — connects to VGA input on monitor or projector
  • Direction: DisplayPort output → VGA input only (not reversible)

Cable & Build

  • Length: 1.5M
  • Color: Black
  • Connector Finish: Gold-plated on both ends
  • Cable Type: Active (integrated signal conversion chip)
  • Cable Construction: Strain relief at both connectors

Video Performance

  • Maximum Resolution: 1920×1080 (Full HD) at 60Hz
  • Signal Type: Digital to Analog (DisplayPort to VGA)
  • Refresh Rate: Up to 60Hz
  • HDR: Not supported

Audio

  • Audio Transmission: Not supported — VGA is a video-only interface and carries no audio signal

Compatibility

  • Source Devices: Any desktop or laptop with a full-size DisplayPort output
  • Display Devices: Any monitor, projector, or screen with a VGA input
  • OS Support: Windows, macOS, Linux — no drivers required
  • Not Compatible With: VGA source to DisplayPort display (opposite direction); Mini DisplayPort or USB-C sources without a separate adapter; resolutions above 1080p