Good extension cables for my Valve Index

If you are looking for one of the best VR Headsets, Valve Index is one of the best that you would find. It is easy to use and comfortable to wear, making it suitable for long hours of virtual reality playtime.

As with other VR Headsets, Valve Index requires a cable connection. Although the headset comes with a cable, the question is how long is the valve index cable?

It seems not to be long enough and can limit movement during gaming. Hence, the need for valve index extension cables arises.

Valve Index is a somewhat new product and it might not be easy to get accessories for it. Don’t worry, we have made your search easier with our top pick index extension cables.

Check them out and make your best choice.

5 Valve Index Extension Cable Reviews 2021

Cable Matters 8k Cable

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The Cable Matters cable is one of our most affordable options with high performance. The cable comes in varying sizes from a length of 3 feet to 16 feet, so that you can choose your preferred cable length.

The cable has durable construction with foil/braided shielding housed in a flexible PVC jacket. It also comes with gold-plated connectors and bare copper conductors for clear and uninterrupted signals.

It aids the production of crisp and clear quality 4k images. It is also equipped to produce high-quality sounds from 7.1, 5.1, or 2 channel.

The valve index cable also features a lock-in latch that holds the cable in position while you are gaming. However, you must click on the release button before unplugging the cable to avoid the risk of cable damage.

Bifale DP Fiber Cable

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If you need a very lengthy cable for your Valve index that will would you move around as much as you want to, the Bifale DP Fiber cable will catch your attention.

The valve index cable length is 33 feet, which makes it the longest extension cable on our list. With a length this long, you can extend the connection from your PC to the Valve index a large distance far apart.

The cable is made from military aramid fiber and it comes in a slim 4.8mm thick design. The cable is additionally flexible and can even be bent at a 90° angle without getting damaged.  

The cable supports 8k (7680 x 4320 @60 Hz) and 4k (3840 x 2160 @144 Hz) image resolution and is equipped to produce good quality sound from 2, 5.1, and even 7.1 Dolby sound.   

It is equipped to support active DP 1.4 and high-resolution with its 4-core optical fiber cable.

The cable can withstand high temperatures up to 176°F and is compatible with all the available graphic cards.

The cable is no doubt a high-quality cable that you won’t need to get a replacement for in a long time. Even if the cable develops a fault or gets damaged along the way, the cable has a lifetime warranty and a functioning customer service that you can call up when the need arises.

Bifale DP Cable 10 feet

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Bifale DP Cable is our next best index extension cable. The cable is 10 feet long and it features a 1.4 DisplayPort which makes it a good fit for an extension cable.

It features a copper foil ring and 24 Karat gold plated connectors that reduce attenuation and encourages more stable connectivity.

It is always best to leave the cable plugged in. However, the cable comes in a PET braided and triple shielded design and can be plugged and unplugged severally without getting damaged.

The cable meets the VESA standard as it had a high refresh rate at 144 Hz and 165 Hz. It is also equipped to transmit bandwidth of 32.4 Gbps.

The cable requires a high-resolution screen for its best performance, however, it only offers 4k and 2k image quality. Playing high-quality games with this cable might not exactly yield the best quality images and display, however, there would be little or no problem with low spec games.

Its price tag is also the most affordable on our list but it is not of high quality as other highly-priced cables. However, if you need a cable urgently for short time, Bifale DP Cable will do the job.

Tripp Lite 4k and 2k Cable

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The DisplayPort Extension Cable comes in different sizes and is equipped to work with DisplayPort v1.2, HDCP 2.2, and DPCP. It is our final option yet it is still one of the best valve index extension cables in the market.

The cable is durable and built to last with a PVC jacket that makes it flexible and safe to bend.

It is an extension cable that comes with one male and a female end. The cable supports 4k and 2k image resolution at 60Hz

The cable features gold-plated connectors for uninterrupted and clear-cut signals. There is also a key in latched that ensures that it remains plugged in while you are playing.

Helpful Tips for Managing Your Cables

If you keep your cables lying carelessly around, you are not only at risk of a great fall which can lead to body injuries, you can also get your cables damaged in the process.

Hence, it is important to keep your cables properly as this will make them last longer. We have some helpful tips to guide you to make the best use of your cable.

One major way to do this is to keep the cables away from the floor and there are two ways that we suggest that you go about it:  

Try to mount your cables on the ceiling, and keep them suspended with flexible extensions, this way your cable won’t be lying carelessly around and you won’t get to trip so often.

Alternatively, you could hang the cable over a lengthy floor lamp that has a bendable arm (instead of making holes in the ceiling). You can also get pulleys (preferably 2) and attach them to the lamp for more hold.

Read more, Valve Index Lens Cover.

Conclusion

Your choice of valve index extension cable is majorly dependent on the quality of signals that you need and how long the valve index cable is.

If you are need something very long that will span through a long distance, you can try the Bifale fiber cable which has a top tier length of 33 feet. It also tops the chart for quality image resolution.

If you need a very affordable cable, the 10 feet Bifale DP Cable will do the job, however, its durability is not too certain.

Irrespective of the cable you choose, also endeavor to manage it as properly as you can to make it last longer.