- Manufacturer & Model
- CABLETIME Ultra Thin 8K 48gbps AOC HDMI 2.1 Cable
- MSRP
- $49 and $59
- Highlights
- Ultra-thin 2mm x 3mm active optical HDMI cable design, verified 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 performance, stable 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz signal transmission, supports up to 4K/240Hz video formats, available in 5-meter and 8-meter lengths, flexible PVC jacket with minimal cable memory, zinc alloy connector housings with gold-plated contacts, directional source/display labeling, easy installation in tight spaces, backed by a 2-year warranty and money-back guarantee.
- Summary
- Cabletime's ultra-thin active optical HDMI cables impressed with verified 48Gbps performance, stable long-duration testing, and exceptional installation flexibility thanks to their remarkably slim design. While a couple of shortcomings kept them from earning a full HDMI Test Bench stamp of approval, these affordable cables proved themselves capable of handling demanding HDMI 2.1 video signals and are well worth considering if space-saving installation is a priority.
Can an ultra-thin HDMI cable from a lesser-known brand actually deliver the full 48Gbps performance promised by HDMI 2.1? That's exactly what we're setting out to discover in the latest episode of HDMI Test Bench, where we put CABLETIME's active fiber HDMI cables through a comprehensive round of testing.
Available in 5-meter (16.4') and 8-meter (26.2') lengths, CABLETIME's cables are designed to support the full 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 specification, enabling high-bandwidth video formats such as 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz, and even 4K/240Hz. The cables feature zinc alloy connector housings paired with flexible PVC jackets, resulting in an ultra-thin design intended to simplify long-distance installations while maintaining durability.
Of course, manufacturers' claims only tell part of the story. The real question is whether these affordable active fiber cables can reliably handle the demanding data rates required by today's gaming consoles, high-performance PCs, and advanced home theater systems.
To find out, we tested both cable lengths using professional Murideo test equipment alongside real-world source devices connected to both flat-panel displays and projection systems. Our goal was simple: determine whether CABLETIME's active fiber HDMI solutions truly deliver the performance they advertise.
Did these budget-friendly cables pass our extensive testing regimen, or did they come up short when pushed to their limits?
You'll have to watch the review to find out.
CABLETIME Ultra Thin 8K 48gbps AOC HDMI 2.1 Specifications
- Connector 1: HDMI Type-A Male (Source)
- Connector 2: HDMI Type-A Male (Display)
- HDMI Version: HDMI 2.1
- Maximum Resolution: 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz, 4K/240Hz
- Bandwidth: 48 Gbps
- Available Lengths: 5 m (16.4 ft), 8 m (26.2 ft)
- Connector Housing: Zinc Shell
- Cable Jacket: PVC
- Outer Diameter (OD): 2 × 3 mm
- SKU (5 m): CT-ASHD8K-ZB5
- SKU (8 m): CT-ASHD8K-ZB8
