Component or HDMI cables?

Question

I just purchased a hdtv, just wondering what cables to use for best quality, component or HDMI?

Answer 1

Your first issue is: do you have a source of HD content?

People who get a new HDTV often do not realize they need to upgrade their cable box or Sat service to include HD channels.  Only the HD box's offer HDMI outputs.

Once you have this - a HDMI cable is the recommended cable.

Answer 2

Go with the HDMI cable. It allows a higher data transfer with less noise.

Answer 3

Good grief!  Get the HDMI cables!  They are better and cost a whopping $4 online....

Answer 4

Both are capable of displaying HD content but HDMI is usually the best (and much easier with just 1 cable to handle).