Microsoft Will Acquire HDMI 2.1 Certification Soon

We are a couple of months away to get our hands on the powerful Xbox One X. And while we wait, Microsoft releases more information about its new toy.

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According to Mike Ybarra corporate vice president, Microsoft is working to achieve the HDMI 2.1 certification. He gave the confirmation on twitter while answering a fan’s question about the matter.

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Microsoft already possess the HDMI 2.0 certification. The new one will allow the console to reach resolutions of 7680 x 4320 for 8k with 60Hz or 3840 x 2160 for 4K at 120 Hz. The bandwidth will also increase from 18 Gbits per second to 48 Gbits per second.

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The company hopes to get the certification before the end of the developing process of the console. It is good news for people that possess a 4K TV. Considering that it will support resolutions up to 8K, it seems the format will be on the market for a long time.

The Xbox One X will be released on November 7th for the suggested retail price of $499.

Source: Game Zone