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Amazon Basics HDMI 2.1 is the lowest-risk cable purchase in this category — it is certified, priced at $6, and backed by Amazon's own brand accountability. It handles 4K 120Hz, 8K 60Hz, and the 48Gbps VRR and ALLM features that PS5 and Xbox Series X use. At the same $6 price as the Highwings cable, the main differentiator is brand assurance: if this cable ships a bad batch, Amazon replaces it without friction. Buy this over generic third-party cables if brand accountability matters to you, or if you want the path of least resistance for a short 6ft run.