HDMI 2.2 vs. HDMI 2.1: What You Need to Know
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HDMI 2.2, announced at CES 2025, doubles bandwidth to 96 Gbps from HDMI 2.1's 48 Gbps. This upgrade is primarily aimed at AR/VR technologies, commercial applications, and improving audio-video sync in home theaters. While HDMI 2.1 already supports 8K video and high refresh rates, HDMI 2.2 focuses on data-intensive immersive experiences. However, most consumers don't need to upgrade their current HDMI 2.1 devices, as the new spec is mainly for future technologies and specialized applications.
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