HDMI Type-A (Standard) Lightning

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

Adapter Required

These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.

Recommended: Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter

Signal Path

Adapter
Max: HDMI 1.4
Lightning Unknown

HDMI Type-A (Standard)

Family HDMI
Form Factor Trapezoidal wide
Pin Count 19
Reversible No

Lightning

Family Proprietary
Form Factor Thin rectangular reversible
Pin Count 8
Reversible Yes
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Signal Degradation

Lightning limits output to 1080p regardless of HDMI version.

Notes

Apple's official adapter outputs up to 1080p. Third-party adapters vary.