Connect to HDMI from your Mac

Mac computers can use an HDMI cable or adapter to connect to a TV, display, or other HDMI device.

Connect your HDMI device

Mac computers that have any of the following ports can connect to HDMI devices:

• HDMI port: Connect directly to HDMI with an HDMI cable. For 8K connections, use an Ultra High Speed 48 Gbps HDMI cable such as the Belkin UltraHD High Speed HDMI cable.

• Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, or USB-C port: Connect to HDMI with an adapter such as the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter.

• Thunderbolt 2, Thunderbolt, or Mini DisplayPort: Connect to HDMI with a Mini DisplayPort to HDMI adapter or cable.

Identify the ports on your Mac

Check specifications

Mac computers that have a built-in HDMI port support these video and audio specifications:

• Up to 8K at 60Hz on compatible Mac models.

• Up to 4K at 240Hz on compatible Mac models.

• Up to 4K at 60Hz on compatible Mac models.

• Up to 4K at 30Hz on compatible Mac models.

• 8-channel/24-bit audio at 192kHz, Dolby Surround 5.1, and traditional stereo.

  • Some Mac computers with HDMI ports don't support multi-channel audio. Check the tech specs for your Mac.

• HDCP-encrypted playback from Apple Music, iTunes and QuickTime Player (version 10). Safari in macOS Sierra or later also supports HDCP-encrypted playback, if the web page is HTML5-enabled and the content is FairPlay Streaming-enabled and delivered using Media Source Extensions or HTTP Live Streaming. To play HDCP content on an external display, HDCP playback requires an HDCP compatible display.

• HDR on compatible Mac models.

If using an adapter, check the specifications of the adapter to learn about supported resolutions and other details.