Which HDMI → VGA adapter to choose and why?

Modern laptops, computers or gaming consoles commonly feature an HDMI output. However, the reality of offices, schools and home offices is different. Older monitors, projectors or presentation equipment still operate with VGA connectors.

That is why we created the AXAGON RVH-VGN and RVH-VGAN adapters, which allow you to connect a new device to older display equipment without the need to replace hardware. Both can reliably convert video from HDMI → VGA. Both models ensure high-quality image up to Full HD resolution and work immediately after connection without the need to install any drivers.

What can you use an HDMI → VGA adapter for?

1. Connecting older VGA monitors to new devices
You have a new laptop with HDMI, but the monitor only has a VGA connector.  

2. Office and home working setups
Second monitor, extended workspace or simple screen mirroring. 

3. Projectors and presentations
Meeting rooms, schools and home projection. 

4. Set-top boxes, gaming consoles, or older TVs
Plug in, no worries, play. 

Image vs. image + sound

Both adapters can convert video from HDMI to VGA. However, VGA has one major drawback: it doesn't transmit audio.

And this is where the difference between the two adapters comes in:

RVH-VGN transfers only video, while RVH-VGAN adds a separate 2-channel analog 16 / 24-bit 3.5 mm audio jack output, which solves the problem of audio transmission with VGA.

This allows you to:

• connect speakers directly to the adapter
• better control volume
• connect external speakers
• less improvisation with cables

Comparison of RVH-VGN and RVH-VGAN models

Which model to choose?

If you only need video, the RVH-VGN adapter will be fully sufficient for you.

However, if you also need to connect audio, which is usually unavoidable nowadays, the RVH-VGAN model makes much more sense. Thanks to the added audio output, it solves sound-related issues and offers a much wider range of use.