Resolution Isn’t the Only Number That Matters
Gaming cables need to carry more than a resolution figure, they also need to support the responsiveness features that current-generation consoles use. The UNITEK C11086GY01-5M HDMI to HDMI Cable 8K@60Hz (Rs. 5,790, down from Rs. 6,160) is built around this, supporting Dynamic HDR, eARC, VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode), and QFT, all on the HDMI 2.1 standard with gold-plated connectors and triple shielding. These are the features that reduce input lag and stop screen tearing during fast-paced gameplay, and they only work reliably if the cable itself supports them.
Higher Refresh Rates for Competitive Play
If your monitor or TV supports higher refresh rates at 4K, the UNITEK C11086GY01-3M HDMI to HDMI Cable 8K@60Hz (Rs. 5,159, down from Rs. 5,488) supports 8K@60Hz as well as 4K@120Hz with Dynamic HDR, making it a solid shorter-distance option for a console or gaming PC placed close to the display. For a longer run from console to TV across a living room, the UGREEN 50731 2.1 HDMI 8K Male to Male Braided Cable 8M (Rs. 15,500) covers the same ground at 8 meters, with 48Gbps bandwidth and support for 8K@60Hz or 4K@240Hz, plus Dynamic HDR and Dolby Vision.
What If You’re Not Chasing 120Hz or 8K?
If your console and TV are both capped at 4K@60Hz, you don’t need to spend on an HDMI 2.1 cable at all. A high-speed HDMI 2.0 cable such as the UNITEK C11045BK (15M, Rs. 15,339) already supports HDR, 3D, ARC, and CEC at 4K@60Hz, along with Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD audio, which covers most current-generation console gaming comfortably.
Matching the Cable to Where the Console Actually Sits
Distance matters as much as bandwidth in a gaming setup. A console sitting directly under or beside the TV only needs a short run, so a compact option keeps cable clutter down, while a console connected to a projector or a TV mounted further away needs a cable rated for that length without losing the gaming features you’re paying for. That’s exactly why the UNITEK C11086GY01 series comes in both 3-meter and 5-meter lengths, and why the UGREEN 50731 extends the same HDMI 2.1 feature set out to 8 meters, so you can match bandwidth and reach at the same time instead of compromising on one to get the other.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an HDMI 2.1 cable to use VRR and ALLM on my console?
Yes, these features require a cable built to support them, such as the UNITEK C11086GY01-5M, which lists Dynamic HDR, eARC, VRR, and ALLM support directly. A standard HDMI 2.0 cable is not built with these features in mind.
What’s the difference between the 3-meter and 5-meter UNITEK 8K cables?
Both the UNITEK C11086GY01-3M (Rs. 5,159) and UNITEK C11086GY01-5M (Rs. 5,790) support 8K@60Hz, but the 5-meter version adds eARC, VRR, ALLM, and QFT support alongside Dynamic HDR, while the 3-meter version focuses on 8K@60Hz / 4K@120Hz with Dynamic HDR.
Which cable should I use if my console sits far from the TV?
The UGREEN 50731 (8M) is built for exactly this scenario, offering 48Gbps bandwidth and 8K@60Hz / 4K@240Hz support at a longer 8-meter length.
Is eARC only useful for gaming?
No, eARC (found on the UNITEK C11086GY01-5M) is primarily about sending high-quality audio back from your TV to a soundbar or receiver, which is useful for both gaming and general TV or movie watching.
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