AudioQuest
AudioQuest Photon 48 Cable
Best high-performance cable for serious gamers and home theater enthusiasts.
Experience unparalleled visual and audio fidelity with the AudioQuest Photon 48 Cable. Engineered for the latest HDMI-2.1 standards, this Ultra High Speed Certified cable delivers a massive 48Gbps bandwidth, perfect for demanding gaming and home theater setups. It supports advanced features like 4K 120Hz and 8K 60Hz resolutions, ensuring your content looks its absolute best. The cable's construction prioritizes signal integrity, utilizing Solid Long-Grain Copper conductors and comprehensive noise dissipation technology to minimize distortion and provide a cleaner, more immersive entertainment experience.
$83.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1969
/ 5745
#1969 in Audio & Video Cables
Price vs Category Average
-85%
Below average
Bandwidth
48
/ Gbps
Who it's for
- Gamers and cinephiles using high-bandwidth 8K or 4K displays
- Audiophiles and videophiles seeking peak signal purity
- Home theater owners living in high RF interference environments
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers preferring high-value certified alternatives
- Practical users skeptical of diminishing returns in digital signals
- Installers working with tight spaces or complex cable management
Performance breakdown
Data Throughput
Full 48Gbps bandwidth handles the most demanding 8K video streams effortlessly.
Signal Integrity
Solid Long-Grain Copper conductors minimize distortion for a pristine digital signal.
Gaming Performance
Supports 4K 120Hz refresh rates for ultra-smooth, responsive competitive gaming.
Noise Dissipation
Advanced shielding across all conductors effectively eliminates interference for cleaner output.
Audio Return Capability
Seamless eARC support ensures high-fidelity audio transmission to your sound system.
Build Reliability
Ultra High Speed certification guarantees consistent performance for long-term home theater use.
Key Specs
Bandwidth
48Gbps
Conductor Material
Solid Long-Grain Copper (LGC)
Standard Compliance
HDMI-2.1
Certification
Ultra High Speed Certified
Supported Resolution
4K 120Hz, 8K 60Hz
Noise Dissipation
Applied to All 19 Conductors
Ground Reference
Tinned Copper
ARC Support
Yes
Features
- Supports all latest HDMI-2.1 gaming features
- Comprehensive noise dissipation technology
- Utilizes LGC conductors for improved signal quality
- Ultra High Speed Certified for reliability
- 48Gbps bandwidth for HDMI-2.1 support
- Designed for Xbox compatibility
- Supports 4K 120Hz and 8K 60Hz resolutions
- ARC and eARC support for audio return
What customers say
Users frequently highlight the Photon 48's superior build quality and its ability to enhance performance in high resolution home theater systems. The cable is consistently praised for delivering pristine audio and video fidelity, effectively unlocking the full potential of premium components. While some enthusiasts find the noticeable sonic and visual improvements well worth the investment, others consider the price point high for typical setups, questioning its overall cost effectiveness despite acknowledging the quality.
Know before you buy
This certification means the cable has been independently tested to ensure it can handle the full 48Gbps bandwidth required for HDMI 2.1 features. It guarantees reliable performance for high-resolution, high-frame-rate content without signal dropouts.
Yes, the Photon 48 is fully compatible with the latest gaming consoles. It supports the 4K 120Hz output required for smooth, high-frame-rate gaming and all other HDMI 2.1 features these consoles utilize.
Noise dissipation minimizes electromagnetic interference that can cause data errors or signal degradation. By applying this technology to all 19 conductors, the cable ensures a cleaner signal path, which can result in more stable video and clearer audio transmission.
Yes, the Photon 48 supports both ARC (Audio Return Channel) and eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel). This allows you to send high-quality, uncompressed audio from your TV back to a compatible soundbar or home theater receiver.
Solid Long-Grain Copper (LGC) reduces internal distortion caused by grain boundaries within the metal. While standard cables may work for basic setups, LGC conductors provide a more consistent and precise signal path, which is beneficial for high-bandwidth 8K and 4K 120Hz signals.
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