Chord Clearway HDMI AOC Cable
An active optical HDMI cable for longer runs where picture, sound, and reliability still have to feel effortless.
When the Display Is Farther Away
Long HDMI runs are where many systems become unpredictable. A cable can work during setup, then struggle later with higher bandwidth sources, projector runs, eARC, HDR, or changes in the equipment stack.
That is especially important when the cable is hidden in a wall, ceiling, cabinet, or finished room path. The HDMI link needs to be planned properly before the system is closed up.
Chosen for Longer HDMI Paths
We chose the Chord Clearway HDMI AOC because it uses active optical construction for longer high-bandwidth HDMI runs. Chord specifies a high-quality chipset at both ends of the cable and OM3-grade glass fibres rather than the more typical OM2 fibre approach.
Clearway HDMI AOC supports 48Gbps bandwidth, 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz, Dynamic HDR, HDCP 2.3, eARC, 3D, and HDMI audio formats. It also supports Source-Based Tone Mapping, Variable Refresh Rate, Auto Low Latency Mode, Quick Frame Transport, and Quick Media Switching.
What the Specs Won't Tell You
Longer Runs Feel More Trustworthy. Active optical construction is the safer path when the source, AVR, processor, or rack is not close to the display.
The Cable Is Built for Busy AV Systems. Fibre transmission helps protect the HDMI signal from high-frequency noise around racks, power supplies, and equipment cabinets.
Gaming and Video Features Stay Supported. VRR, ALLM, QFT, QMS, and high-bandwidth video support make this the better choice when the system has modern sources and a longer cable route.
The Audio Two Verdict
Clearway HDMI AOC is the cable we would consider when a standard passive HDMI cable is no longer the best answer. It makes sense for projector systems, longer TV runs, rack-to-display paths, and rooms where the cable may be difficult to replace later.
This is where HDMI planning matters. If the run is longer, hidden, or part of a finished AV system, active optical HDMI gives the system a stronger foundation from the start.
Tech You Can Hear
| What You Hear | Why It Happens |
|---|---|
| Longer HDMI runs behave more reliably | Active optical cable design with chipset at both ends |
| Cleaner performance around racks and cabinets | Optical fibre helps resist high-frequency noise |
| Modern video sources stay supported | 48Gbps bandwidth with 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz support |
| Gaming and switching feel more current | VRR, ALLM, QFT, QMS, and Source-Based Tone Mapping support |
| A better choice for finished cable paths | Available in longer lengths from 1.5m to 20m |
Technical Highlights
- Clearway HDMI AOC active optical HDMI cable
- 48Gbps bandwidth
- Supports 8K at 60Hz and 4K at 120Hz
- Dynamic HDR, HDCP 2.3, eARC, 3D, and HDMI audio format support
- Supports SBTM, VRR, ALLM, QFT, and QMS
- High-quality chipset at both cable ends
- OM3-grade glass fibres
- Dual aluminium foil shielding
- Available lengths: 1.5m, 2m, 3m, 5m, 8m, 10m, 12.5m, 15m, and 20m
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