What To Know
- 2 offers a bandwidth of 96 Gbps, a substantial increase from HDMI 2.
- Arrival set for early 2025The new standard is accompanied by an announcement of the Ultra96 HDMI cable, which will be certified to support the full bandwidth of 96 Gbps along with all features of the HDMI 2.
HDMI Forum has officially announced the launch of HDMI 2.2, the new standard that will arrive on televisions, monitors, and other electronic devices this year. Set to debut in the first half of 2025, this latest specification represents a significant leap from its predecessor. HDMI 2.2 will enable viewers to enjoy content with a maximum resolution of 12K at 120 Hz.
a massive increase in bandwidth
According to the press release, HDMI 2.2 offers a bandwidth of 96 Gbps, a substantial increase from HDMI 2.1b’s 48 Gbps and a giant leap from the meager 6 Gbps of HDMI 2.0. This surge in bandwidth unlocks impressive capabilities such as playing 4K video at 480 frames per second, or reaching 12K at 120 Hz.
- The ability to support higher resolutions and frame rates
- Improved signal transmission quality
- Enhanced performance for demanding applications
advanced technology features
The new specification includes next-generation HDMI Fixed Rate Link technology, promising optimal audio and video performance. This translates into smoother and more reliable signal transmission, ensuring that your new high-end monitor truly delivers the image quality you paid for.
Audio also receives attention with the inclusion of the Latency Indication Protocol (LIP). This new protocol aims to improve audio-video synchronization, a common issue in multi-device setups involving soundbars or AV receivers. LIP should make achieving perfect lip-sync much easier, eliminating those frustrating moments when audio and video are slightly out of sync.
arrival set for early 2025
The new standard is accompanied by an announcement of the Ultra96 HDMI cable, which will be certified to support the full bandwidth of 96 Gbps along with all features of the HDMI 2.2 specification. The organization is committed not only to launching specifications but also ensuring rigorous testing across all cable lengths before certification is granted.
- Cables tested rigorously in various lengths
- Certification ensures reliability and performance
beyond traditional applications
HDMI 2.2 is also looking beyond traditional living room setups toward more demanding fields. The increased bandwidth promises advancements in data-intensive applications such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), spatial computing, and light field displays.
This new standard will benefit not only entertainment industries but also sectors like medicine, machine vision, or large-scale digital signage.
- Pushing boundaries in medical imaging technology
- Enhancing machine vision applications for industrial use
a future-proof investment?
With an expansive rollout planned for early 2025, HDMI 2.2 brings impressive capabilities that require time before becoming mainstream among average users. Recent hardware surveys indicate that Full HD (1080p) resolutions still dominate at over 56%, while adoption of 4K remains below five percent.
