HDMI Cable Quality...High Price VS. Low Price

I just had a quick question. Recently I bought a new TV, and got a very expensive HDMI cable with it ($140). It was a Monster M100HD cable. Well, I've been doing a little research and trying to find some answers on Google but I didn't find exaclty what I was looking for. So for a test, I went to Wal-Mart and bought a $38 Phillips HDMI cable. I can't really tell a huge difference between the two, except maybe on standard definition DVD's.

Now, the question for you tech-savvy guys out there is this...when paying more for an HDMI cable, are you actually paying for the quality, or just the name? Because if it's just the "Monster" logo I paid for, then I'm going to package that sucker back up and return it for a refund. Also, if any of you are familiar with 120hz...does it make a difference in gaming? I've heard from some that it does, because it makes the game run smoother, and also from some that it doesn't, stating that games run at 60hz or 60fps (can't remember) and that you can't tell a difference. Anyway, any help is appreciated!!

Yes, you're paying for the Monster name... and their litigation department. See http://www.bluejeanscable.com/legal/mcp/index.htm to learn more.

Unless you're doing a 50-foot run or more, you don't need an expensive cable. You don't even need to pay as much as that Philips cable.

Check monoprice.com or bluejeanscable.com - they are reputable so don't be concerned about ordering from either.

I got a 9 Dollar HDMI cable from monoprice.com and can tell you by looking at it that the quality of workmanship is MUCH greater on the monoprice than the $50-$60 name brand cords I've seen.

Any difference in signal quality is so negligible you couldn't even test it with equipment.

It's a digital signal...

It works or it doesn't...the 8$ HDMI cable will "work" just a good as a 100$ cable..

ALL HDMI CABLES ARE THE SAME!

Monoprice.com makes the same quality as cruddy monster cables for only $8 with gold adaptors.

Well, after having connected the cheaper Phillips cable I bought, I was convinced about what you guys are saying. And now, after having looked at monoprice.com, I will probably return both cables and go on that website and buy one of these http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10240&cs_id=1024004&p_id=3661&seq=1&format=2

Just one question though...are they a good website to buy from? I'm kind of wary when it comes to buying off the internet, but if it is worth it to buy the 6ft cable from monoprice, then I will go ahead and do it.

yes why else would people suggest it to you. Boxcutters

Aww, thanks man! That was really helpful :-D

That's the exact same cable I bought from them. It's super nice and fits the connections snug, image quality is outstanding, and it seems to be a sturdy cord.

They ship pretty quick, I received mine Cross-country in less than a week via their standard delivery method. As for their customer service, they are top notch too. In a previous order I had ordered a couple of DVI cables and adapters, they sent me a wrong cable. I sent them an e-mail and they shipped the replacement cord the same day, free of charge and told me to keep the cord I already had.

You can file a chargeback with your credit card if the boogie man gets you too you knowBoxcutters

Whew! Thanks for that piece of mind! I've been stressing over that. He's been in the back of my mind now, looming around in my head every time I think of buying something off the internet. I'm glad to know that I can get my money back if he takes it away! Thank you SO much!

At least I'm not the one wasted $140 on a stupid $1 cable Boxcutters

Doh! You are so right! How stupid am I!? Man, I wish there was something at stores called a return policy, where you could take something back and get your money back for it. Oh well, I guess that wish will be granted the day pigs fly!

Wow! Jeez your right? I think you should use the monster cable it has way better quaility! That the $140 cable is better man, it will give your HDTV magical powers, and it will handle motion better. Keep the receipt!

I also you should spend extra $1000 and get a 120hz HDTV because that's sooo much better for gaming.

and be careful on the internet, because every website will rip you off.

Being sarcastic is fun right?

Still you spent $140 on a monster cable! LOL!

I think you buy BOSE speakers too! LOL!

Wow! Jeez your right? I think you should use the monster cable it has way better quaility! That the $140 cable is better man, it will give your HDTV magical powers, and it will handle motion better. Keep the receipt!

I also you should spend extra $1000 and get a 120hz HDTV because that's sooo much better for gaming.

and be careful on the internet, because every website will rip you off.

Being sarcastic is fun right?

Still you spent $140 on a monster cable! LOL!

I think you buy BOSE speakers too! LOL!

Boxcutters

Man, I wish I knew as much as you! I bet the girls LOVE your knowledge of cables, TV's, and other electronics. I'm sure trying to explain to them what 120hz is gets them off real nicely!

Nice editinig there on your post as well. I see you edited it 5 times and you still can't seem to get the English correct... Anyway, it's been fun boxcutters, but I've got the information I needed. But feel free to keep coming back and replying to my posts...I love seeing the ones you post in your 3 year old equivalent language skills! Just make sure you don't edit it next time, so we can see how bad it really is.