Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for cable that connects monitor to computer.
If you're shopping for a new computer, you'll likely notice that computers come with cables to connect your monitor and other peripherals. But if you're buying a used computer or replacing a cable, it's good to know what the differences are among the various options. Here are some of our picks for cables that can connect a monitor to your computer.
Best Buy essentials™ - 6' VGA Monitor Cable - Black
Model: BE-PCVGVG6SKU: 6461275Top comment"I have been trying to figure how to connect my monitor to my laptop as I when to best buy I got the right item for the job...I got this to connect a monitor to and computer tower. It works well. "
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Whether it’s for work or play, sometimes you just need an extra screen. The Best Buy essentials BE-PCVGVG6 6' VGA Monitor Cable is just what you need to mirror or extend your computer’s desktop. Simply connect the cable from your computer’s VGA port to a VGA-enabled display. Compatible with monitors, TVs, projectors and more, resolutions up to 1280 × 1024 grant you optimal high-quality images that leave everyone impressed. Built-in screw connectors provide a reliable connection and corrosion-resistant materials give the cable long-lasting use. Providing flexible placement, a 6 ft. (1.8 m) cable gives you the ideal length to reach your devices. And the cable is backed by Best Buy, so you can have confidence in your computer’s setup.Top comment"I have been trying to figure how to connect my monitor to my laptop as I when to best buy I got the right item for the job...I got this to connect a monitor to and computer tower. It works well. "
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Whether it’s for work or play, sometimes you just need an extra screen. The Best Buy essentials BE-PCVGVG6 6' VGA Monitor Cable is just what you need to mirror or extend your computer’s desktop. Simply connect the cable from your computer’s VGA port to a VGA-enabled display. Compatible with monitors, TVs, projectors and more, resolutions up to 1280 × 1024 grant you optimal high-quality images that leave everyone impressed. Built-in screw connectors provide a reliable connection and corrosion-resistant materials give the cable long-lasting use. Providing flexible placement, a 6 ft. (1.8 m) cable gives you the ideal length to reach your devices. And the cable is backed by Best Buy, so you can have confidence in your computer’s setup.See all Monitor & Video CablesYour price for this item is $8.99The previous price was $17.99j5create - USB-A-to-VGA Adapter - Black
Model: JUA190SKU: 8755865Top comment"I now have a 2nd monitor for WFH...Just make sure to read the directions first. The 2nd monitor does occasionally go out & I need to unplug the USB & plug it back in to a different slot....Connects old display to new laptop...This adapter allows me to connect my older, large display to my laptop. If you have the blue-type connector, count the pins to verify. "
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Put your presentation on display with this j5create JUA190 USB-A-to-VGA adapter, which offers primary, extended and mirror modes and 4 rotation angles to accommodate your work. The install software with a multidisplay control panel ensures easy use.Top comment"I now have a 2nd monitor for WFH...Just make sure to read the directions first. The 2nd monitor does occasionally go out & I need to unplug the USB & plug it back in to a different slot....Connects old display to new laptop...This adapter allows me to connect my older, large display to my laptop. If you have the blue-type connector, count the pins to verify. "
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Put your presentation on display with this j5create JUA190 USB-A-to-VGA adapter, which offers primary, extended and mirror modes and 4 rotation angles to accommodate your work. The install software with a multidisplay control panel ensures easy use.See all USB Cables & AdaptersYour price for this item is $37.99Insignia™ - 6' DisplayPort Cable - Black
Model: NS-PCDPDP6SKU: 6473496Top comment"This cable was perfect to connect my second monitor to my desktop....Display port cord...Works as you’d expect to connect my monitor to my laptop"
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Host high-quality watch parties on a bigger screen that everyone can enjoy. The Insignia NS-PCDPDP6 6' DisplayPort Cable extends and mirrors the screen of your PC or laptop to a projector, monitor or other display. A 6 ft. cable transmits video and audio signals, helping you create a simple all-in-one setup. The 20-pin DisplayPort connection provides a 21.6 Gbps bandwidth for high refresh rates and smooth video. In addition, it supports resolutions of up to 4K, allowing you to watch movies, videos and more with a quality image that will further impress your viewers. Share your display to view your favorite shows and movies on a full-size screen.Top comment"This cable was perfect to connect my second monitor to my desktop....Display port cord...Works as you’d expect to connect my monitor to my laptop"
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Host high-quality watch parties on a bigger screen that everyone can enjoy. The Insignia NS-PCDPDP6 6' DisplayPort Cable extends and mirrors the screen of your PC or laptop to a projector, monitor or other display. A 6 ft. cable transmits video and audio signals, helping you create a simple all-in-one setup. The 20-pin DisplayPort connection provides a 21.6 Gbps bandwidth for high refresh rates and smooth video. In addition, it supports resolutions of up to 4K, allowing you to watch movies, videos and more with a quality image that will further impress your viewers. Share your display to view your favorite shows and movies on a full-size screen.See all Monitor & Video CablesYour price for this item is $14.99The previous price was $19.99Platinum™ - 6.6' USB-C to USB-C Charge-and-Sync Cable - White
Model: PT-AFCCCSKU: 6439239Top comment"Not a monitor cable...This cable cannot transmit video to a monitor, and is merely a charging cable. ...Needed a longer cable...Needed a longer cable for connecting my SSD drive to my computer. "
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Stop moving everything closer to the outlet because your current cable can’t reach. The Platinum PT-AFCCC 6.6' USB-C to USB-C Charge-and-Sync Cable lets you stay put while still charging or syncing your device. Compatible with USB-C smartphones, tablets and more, this 6 ft. cable offers flexibility and convenience for hard-to-reach outlets. Its durable metal shell and braided design keep it protected to help it last longer, while its classic white color fits in with your other accessories. Change the way you charge, and always have your electronics within reach.Top comment"Not a monitor cable...This cable cannot transmit video to a monitor, and is merely a charging cable. ...Needed a longer cable...Needed a longer cable for connecting my SSD drive to my computer. "
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Stop moving everything closer to the outlet because your current cable can’t reach. The Platinum PT-AFCCC 6.6' USB-C to USB-C Charge-and-Sync Cable lets you stay put while still charging or syncing your device. Compatible with USB-C smartphones, tablets and more, this 6 ft. cable offers flexibility and convenience for hard-to-reach outlets. Its durable metal shell and braided design keep it protected to help it last longer, while its classic white color fits in with your other accessories. Change the way you charge, and always have your electronics within reach.See all USB Cables & AdaptersYour price for this item is $10.99The regular price is $14.99Apple - 3.3' USB Type C-to-Lightning Charging Cable - White
Model: MM0A3AM/ASKU: 6409792Top comment"A good quality cord....I use this cord to connect my iPhone to my MacBook Pro computer. ...Apple USB charging cable...Excellent lightning charging system, replacing desktop system. connects easily with separate base or directly into computer hard drive."
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Connect your iPhone, iPad, or iPod with Lightning connector to your USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) enabled Mac for syncing and charging, or to your USB-C enabled iPad for charging. You can also use this cable with your Apple 18W, 20W, 29W, 30W, 61W, 87W or 96W USB‑C Power Adapter to charge your iOS device and even take advantage of the fast-charging feature on select iPhone and iPad models.Top comment"A good quality cord....I use this cord to connect my iPhone to my MacBook Pro computer. ...Apple USB charging cable...Excellent lightning charging system, replacing desktop system. connects easily with separate base or directly into computer hard drive."
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Connect your iPhone, iPad, or iPod with Lightning connector to your USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) enabled Mac for syncing and charging, or to your USB-C enabled iPad for charging. You can also use this cable with your Apple 18W, 20W, 29W, 30W, 61W, 87W or 96W USB‑C Power Adapter to charge your iOS device and even take advantage of the fast-charging feature on select iPhone and iPad models.See all Charge & Sync CablesYour price for this item is $19.99Insignia™ - 6' USB 3.0 File Transfer Cable - Black
Model: NS-PCK336CSKU: 6419146Top comment"Worked well on our transfer from computer to computer...Transfer cable...Perfect for computer to computer backup for picture and document files"
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Transferring large files like video or high-quality images between devices can be a hassle. Email and cloud services often have file size limits that are easily exceeded. Fortunately, the Insignia NS-PCK336C 6' USB 3.0 File Transfer Cable has no such restrictions. Use this high-speed transfer cable to move photos, video, audio files and documents between Windows and MacOS systems. The cable’s 6 ft. length offers flexible placement options and a plug-and-play design, so you won’t need any additional software or downloads. Finally, a specially fitted adapter lets you use this cable with USB-C computers, giving you more connection options to transfer your files.Top comment"Worked well on our transfer from computer to computer...Transfer cable...Perfect for computer to computer backup for picture and document files"
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Transferring large files like video or high-quality images between devices can be a hassle. Email and cloud services often have file size limits that are easily exceeded. Fortunately, the Insignia NS-PCK336C 6' USB 3.0 File Transfer Cable has no such restrictions. Use this high-speed transfer cable to move photos, video, audio files and documents between Windows and MacOS systems. The cable’s 6 ft. length offers flexible placement options and a plug-and-play design, so you won’t need any additional software or downloads. Finally, a specially fitted adapter lets you use this cable with USB-C computers, giving you more connection options to transfer your files.See all USB Cables & AdaptersYour price for this item is $29.99Best Buy essentials™ - 6’ HDMI-to-DVI-D Monitor Cable - Black
Model: BE-PC2DH6B23SKU: 6519765Top comment"Great way to connect an older monitor to a modern video card that does not have pin-style connectors....HDMI-DVI Cable...Excellent quality cable. Was able to connect my old monitor to my new desktop. "
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Whether it’s for work or play, sometimes you just need an extra screen. The Best Buy essentials BE-PC2DH6B23 6’ HDMI-to-DVI-D Monitor Cable mirrors or extends your computer’s desktop. Simply connect the cable from your computer’s single-link DVI-I or DVI-D port to a HDMI-enabled display. Compatible with monitors, TVs, projectors and more, resolutions from your computer’s single-link DVI-I or DVI-D port up to 1920 × 1200 grant you optimal high-quality images that leave everyone impressed. Nickle-plated connectors with PVC molding make this cable corrosion resistant and give it long-lasting use. Providing flexible placement options, a 6 ft. (1.8 m) cable gives you the ideal length to reach your devices. And the cable is backed by Best Buy, so you can have confidence in your computer’s setup.Top comment"Great way to connect an older monitor to a modern video card that does not have pin-style connectors....HDMI-DVI Cable...Excellent quality cable. Was able to connect my old monitor to my new desktop. "
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Whether it’s for work or play, sometimes you just need an extra screen. The Best Buy essentials BE-PC2DH6B23 6’ HDMI-to-DVI-D Monitor Cable mirrors or extends your computer’s desktop. Simply connect the cable from your computer’s single-link DVI-I or DVI-D port to a HDMI-enabled display. Compatible with monitors, TVs, projectors and more, resolutions from your computer’s single-link DVI-I or DVI-D port up to 1920 × 1200 grant you optimal high-quality images that leave everyone impressed. Nickle-plated connectors with PVC molding make this cable corrosion resistant and give it long-lasting use. Providing flexible placement options, a 6 ft. (1.8 m) cable gives you the ideal length to reach your devices. And the cable is backed by Best Buy, so you can have confidence in your computer’s setup.See all Monitor & Video CablesYour price for this item is $7.99j5create - USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K - Space Grey/Black
Model: JCC157SKU: 6507870Top comment"I recently picked up a 42" OLED TV to use as a computer monitor. This is one of the few cables that enabled 120hz refresh rate on the OLED from my MacBook Pro 16 2019....This product was simple to install and works great with only one cable going from the computer straight into the TV. "
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Our USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K Cable allows you to conveniently connect your gaming laptop, MacBook , Chromebook, or tablet to an 8K UHD / 4K 144Hz external monitor, 8K UHDTV, projector and other display device using an HDMI input. This cable offers the latest USB-C to 8K or 4K 144Hz HDMI connection, letting you connect an HDMI display to a gaming laptop, tablet, or phone that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode, for a plug and play connection.Top comment"I recently picked up a 42" OLED TV to use as a computer monitor. This is one of the few cables that enabled 120hz refresh rate on the OLED from my MacBook Pro 16 2019....This product was simple to install and works great with only one cable going from the computer straight into the TV. "
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Our USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K Cable allows you to conveniently connect your gaming laptop, MacBook , Chromebook, or tablet to an 8K UHD / 4K 144Hz external monitor, 8K UHDTV, projector and other display device using an HDMI input. This cable offers the latest USB-C to 8K or 4K 144Hz HDMI connection, letting you connect an HDMI display to a gaming laptop, tablet, or phone that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode, for a plug and play connection.See all Monitor & Video CablesYour price for this item is $49.99j5create - USB-C to Dual HDMI Multi-Monitor Adapter - Silver
Model: JCA365SKU: 6507869Top comment"Works just as advertised, allows me to connect either the USBC or USB and both my monitors for a dual monitor setup....Great and easy way to connect laptop to additional monitors."
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The USB-C to Dual HDMI Multi-Monitor Adapter acts as an external video card for your MacBook or Windows laptops. It allows you to add two additional displays through your USB-C port, boosting your productivity by giving you more screen space to work from. One of the HDMI ports can output resolutions up to 4K, while the other can output resolutions up to 2048 x 1152. Simply install the driver for the USB-C to Dual HDMI Multi-Monitor Adapter by plugging-in the adapter and then connect your monitors using HDMI cables for a dual-display workstation!Top comment"Works just as advertised, allows me to connect either the USBC or USB and both my monitors for a dual monitor setup....Great and easy way to connect laptop to additional monitors."
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The USB-C to Dual HDMI Multi-Monitor Adapter acts as an external video card for your MacBook or Windows laptops. It allows you to add two additional displays through your USB-C port, boosting your productivity by giving you more screen space to work from. One of the HDMI ports can output resolutions up to 4K, while the other can output resolutions up to 2048 x 1152. Simply install the driver for the USB-C to Dual HDMI Multi-Monitor Adapter by plugging-in the adapter and then connect your monitors using HDMI cables for a dual-display workstation!See all Monitor & Video CablesYour price for this item is $74.99j5create - USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K Adapter - Space Gray/Black
Model: JCA157SKU: 6510548Top comment"I liked a lot of things about this cable, even though it's really expensive. I hope in the future the price will be reduced...Super convinient to have a type C hdmi cable when you run oht of usb slots. Works perfectly well with no stutter or issues as well as beautiful diplay. "
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Our USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K Adapter allows you to conveniently connect your gaming laptop, MacBook, Chromebook, or tablet to an 8K UHD / 4K 144Hz external monitor, 8K UHDTV, projector and other display device using an HDMI input. This adapter offers the latest USB-C to 8K or 4K 144Hz HDMI connection, letting you hook up an HDMI display to a gaming laptop, tablet, or phone that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode for a plug and play connection.Top comment"I liked a lot of things about this cable, even though it's really expensive. I hope in the future the price will be reduced...Super convinient to have a type C hdmi cable when you run oht of usb slots. Works perfectly well with no stutter or issues as well as beautiful diplay. "
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Our USB-C to HDMI 2.1 8K Adapter allows you to conveniently connect your gaming laptop, MacBook, Chromebook, or tablet to an 8K UHD / 4K 144Hz external monitor, 8K UHDTV, projector and other display device using an HDMI input. This adapter offers the latest USB-C to 8K or 4K 144Hz HDMI connection, letting you hook up an HDMI display to a gaming laptop, tablet, or phone that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode for a plug and play connection.See all USB Cables & AdaptersYour price for this item is $49.99