Best Pro Cables Reviews 2024: Expert Insights

The Pro Gamer’s Enemy: Unseen Bottlenecks

Jono, a competitive Valorant player from Johannesburg, had a top-tier rig: great GPU, high-refresh-rate monitor, the works. Yet, he was plagued by phantom issues… intermittent input lag, audio crackle during tense firefights, and the odd, infuriating screen flicker. He’d optimised every setting in Windows and his game, but the problems persisted. The challenge? Pinpoint the invisible enemy in his otherwise flawless setup. He suspected the one thing most people overlook: his cables.

The Solution: A Professional-Grade Cable Upgrade

LinkQnet USB 3.0 to HDMI Female Adapter / CNV-USB-HDMI-LQ-SN

R499.00In Stock

HP USB C to RJ45 Adapter - Cable Interface/Gender Adapter (USB-C, RJ45, Male Connector/Female Connector, Black) / DHC-CT208

R499.00In Stock

Promate 8k CrystalClarity™ UCB-C to HDMI Cable / 8K UHD Resolution @ 60Hz / Aluminum Shell / 48Gbps Max Link Bandwidth / 1.8m Cable / MEDIACORD-8K

R499.00In Stock

UNITEK TYPE-C TO GIG ETH 5GBPS ADAPTER - U1312A

R459.00In Stock

Mad Catz F.R.E.Q. DAC Digital-to-Analog Audio Converter with Touch Panel for Volume Control- USB Type-C to 3.5 mm - AF00C3INBL000-0

R449.00In Stock

Winx Power Ultra 130W Desktop Charger / Ultra-compact, space-saving design/ Charge your notebooks, tablets, mobile phones, & handheld gaming devices / WX-DC102

R849.00In Stock

Jono decided that a pro-level setup demanded pro-level connections. He systematically replaced every generic, out-of-the-box cable with high-performance alternatives designed for maximum signal integrity and durability.

Implementation Steps:

1. Video Signal First: The monitor was his top priority. To ensure his 240Hz display received every single frame without compromise, he ditched his old DisplayPort cable. He researched options from established brands, noting that certified HP cables are built to strict standards for exactly this kind of demanding use.
2. Power & Peripherals: Next, he tackled the USB connections for his mouse, keyboard, and headset. Laggy inputs and audio glitches are death sentences in competitive play. He opted for robust, braided Promate cables, known for their durability and secure connectors. ⚡
3. Specialised Connections: For his external DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter), which handles his audio processing, signal purity is everything. He chose a specialised cable from UNITEK to protect against data degradation and ensure his audio was crystal clear.

Promate GegaTower 14-in-1 Tower Hub / 60W Total Output / 5Gbps Transfer Rate / Individual Switch / Detachable Base Design / GegaTower-60W.EU

R1199.00In Stock

HP DHC-CT200 Type-C to HDMI VGA DisplayPort Adapter Supports Up to 1080P 60Hz for VGA Up to 4K 30Hz for HDMI Up to 4K 60Hz DisplayPort / DHC-CT200

R799.00In Stock

UNITEK TYPE-C TO GIG ETH 5GBPS ADAPTER - U1312A

R459.00In Stock

HP DHC-CT201 USB-C to VGA 1080P Adapter - Stable picture Quality Without Flickering - notebook Connection Tv, Projector And More Display Device - Aluminum Finish / DHC-CT201

R499.00In Stock

Winx Power Ultra 130W Desktop Charger / Ultra-compact, space-saving design/ Charge your notebooks, tablets, mobile phones, & handheld gaming devices / WX-DC102

R849.00In Stock

HP USB C to RJ45 Adapter - Cable Interface/Gender Adapter (USB-C, RJ45, Male Connector/Female Connector, Black) / DHC-CT208

R499.00In Stock

The Results: Pure, Uninterrupted Performance

The upgrade had an immediate and noticeable impact. The random, frustrating issues vanished, leaving Jono with a setup that felt responsive, reliable, and consistent. It proved that the final metre of your connection is just as important as the silicon powerhouse it’s plugged into. Finding the right cable solutions for gaming isn't just about tidying up… it's a direct performance upgrade. 🚀

“I can’t believe I was letting a few hundred Rands’ worth of bad cables sabotage a rig I spent thousands on. The difference was instant. The game feels smoother, my audio is perfect… I can finally trust my gear completely.” – Jono “Rogue” Pieterse

Gizzu High Speed Type C To Gigabit Adapter / High-speed Gigabit RJ45 connection / Windows 8/10 driver free, MacBook compatible / GAPCGB

R299.00In Stock

Promate 8k CrystalClarity™ UCB-C to HDMI Cable / 8K UHD Resolution @ 60Hz / Aluminum Shell / 48Gbps Max Link Bandwidth / 1.8m Cable / MEDIACORD-8K

R499.00In Stock

HP DHC-CT201 USB-C to VGA 1080P Adapter - Stable picture Quality Without Flickering - notebook Connection Tv, Projector And More Display Device - Aluminum Finish / DHC-CT201

R499.00In Stock

Gizzu 4K HDMI 2.0 Cable 10m Poly / Supports 4K at 60Hz Resolution / Up to 18Gbps Bandwidth / 3D and HDR for Vivid Colours / GCPHH10

R349.00In Stock

Mad Catz F.R.E.Q. DAC Digital-to-Analog Audio Converter with Touch Panel for Volume Control- USB Type-C to 3.5 mm - AF00C3INBL000-0

R449.00In Stock

HP DHC HD02 3M Male to Male HDMI Cable, 8K 60Hz / 4K 120Hz Support Resolution, 48Gbps Data Transfer Rate, 24AWG Cable Cores, 3m Cable Length, Black / DHC-HD02-3M

R399.00In Stock