HDMI to DVI cable question

[Egon]

I'm about to order a HP w2207h monitor which comes with HDMI and VGA connections. My 8800 GTS has only DVI outs so obviously I either need an adaptor or cable.

Questions then:

1. Does it make any difference if I go cable or adaptor?
2. Is there anything specific I should look out for? i.e. things I've seen mentioned which are a bit confusing such as: single-link, dual link, DVI-(?), female or male etc.
3. Am I going to notice any difference in quality on a £5 cable off of the bay as opposed to a £20 store bought cable?

Thanks

 

[mdjmcnally]

1. Shouldn't do, just less likely to disconnect if use a cable rather than an adaptor.
2. The 2207 only goes up to 1920x1200 so single link is fine. If going above this then would need a dual-link cable.
3. Very unlikely as is a digital signal. Most people here seem to see no difference.

 

[SBD]

3. Very unlikely as is a digital signal. Most people here seem to see no difference.

Yea you wont see any real difference it would have been much more noticeable if it was sending an analogue signal.

 

[Egon]

Cheers... ordered one from the bay for £5 inc P&P. A fraction of the price some retailers stock them at