[Explained] Do Component Cables Support 1080P?

Remember the good old days? You plug in your gaming console with all its power cables, controller cables, and 6 different component cable to play the game. 

Even the earlier DVD and multimedia players had component cables. And they were really good! And yes, if you are wondering do component cables support 1080p, they do. Matter of fact they support 1080i! Which is impressive for its analog technology. 

But there are certain drawbacks to a component cable. Let’s discuss how it works and how efficiently it puts out a 1080p output. 

Is Component 1080P Output Truly 1080P?

Yes, the component cable can give out 1080p output. But you have to understand how component cables work. 

Component cables are analog, and these require individual cables for different colors. Blue, red, and green were the color component cables, and black and white screens also had the same type. 

And additionally, there would be two audio component cables are required for audio output. Imagine all of these cables have to transmit data at the same time in an analog manner to give out 1080p quality. 

Also, if the length of the cable is long, or something interfered with them, your video quality would go down tremendously. Although it did provide high-definition audio during its glory days, it’s really old tech today. Even the PS3 had component output along with HDMI. 

Is Component 1080P as Same as Hdmi 1080P?

Sadly being an analog cable, component cable 1080p output is not as same as HDMI 1080p. HDMI cables are far superior as they transmit digitally and with one cable alone. And you get all audio and video through the same thing. 

HDMI cables also support 4K and 8K videos along with high definition, 720p, and 1080p. So it is best to go for HDMI if your device supports it. 

What Are the Drawbacks of Component Cables

Component cables are the start of the high-def video and audio output and go up to 1080i resolution. But it comes with its drawbacks. Here is the list of problems you might face while using a component cable today. 

• Analog transmission might be laggy at times. 
• As it requires different cables for different color output, the 1080p output might seem a bit less vibrant than an HDMI output.
• Audio might not be the best and some time lag like the video. 
• Longer cables are not always a plus, as they take longer to transmit to the output device. 

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions and Answers)

Which is better 1080p or 1080i?

Generally, 1080p is better than 1080i as 1080i has a bit of a grainy texture as some people reported. It is only noticeable when you have a 4k or 8k output device. Otherwise, the difference will not be noticeable in human eyesight and is all the same. 

Can component cable support 4K?

Sadly, no. component cables are limited to 1080p and 1080i at tops. For 4k you have to go for HDMI cables.

Is VGA better than the component?

VGA and component cables both support 1080p resolution. And to some extent, VGA is better as it has better wiring, conversion value, and lesser electrical noise interruption than component cables. Also, as they require only one cable to do all the transmission (video and audio), it is a better option. 

Are display cables faster than HDMI?

To some extent, display cables are faster than HDMI. This is due to the bandwidth strength of a display cable which is higher than an HDMI cable. But it lacks in length which HDMI excels. 

Conclusion

Component cables were our partner making a lot of memories. Especially if you were a gamer, you know how it was back in the early Playstation or Wii days. Still, if you want to feel nostalgic by using an old device with component cables, we recommend you do. And it will give out 1080p resolution videos. And a little glitch and lag can hurt nobody.