UGREEN DisplayPort Male to VGA Female Converter

The UGREEN DisplayPort to VGA Converter enables connections between modern DisplayPort-equipped laptops and legacy VGA monitors, projectors, or displays. This compact adapter converts digital DisplayPort signals to analog VGA output for compatibility with older equipment. Ideal for students presenting on classroom projectors and business professionals working with existing conference room technology without costly display upgrades.

Key Features & Benefits

• DisplayPort to VGA Conversion: Connects newer laptops, desktops, and docking stations with DisplayPort outputs to older VGA-only projectors and monitors, extending the usable life of existing display equipment.
• 1080p Full HD Support: Delivers sharp image quality up to 1920×1080 @ 60Hz resolution, ensuring presentations and spreadsheets remain clear and readable on legacy displays.
• Plug-and-Play Compatibility: Works immediately without driver installation on Windows, macOS, and Linux systems, making it reliable for time-sensitive presentations or quick equipment setup.
• Compact Portable Design: Lightweight adapter fits easily in laptop bags or presentation kits, providing instant compatibility when traveling between locations with different display technology.
• Gold-Plated Connectors: Corrosion-resistant contacts ensure reliable signal transmission and withstand repeated plugging during frequent presentations or hot-desking scenarios.

Technical Specifications

Connector Details

• Input: DisplayPort Male (20-pin)
• Output: VGA Female (15-pin HD-15)
• Conversion Type: Active digital-to-analog conversion
• Color: Black
• Cable Length: Compact adapter (no cable)

Video Performance

• Maximum Resolution: 1920×1080 @ 60Hz (1080p Full HD)
• Supported Resolutions: 1920×1200, 1680×1050, 1600×1200, 1280×1024, 1024×768, 800×600
• Refresh Rate: Up to 60Hz
• Color Depth: 24-bit RGB

Compatibility

• Input Devices: Laptops, desktops, graphics cards with DisplayPort
• Output Devices: VGA monitors, projectors, TVs with VGA input
• DisplayPort Standards: DP 1.2/1.1a compatible
• Operating Systems: Windows 11/10/8/7, macOS, Linux

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions: Approximately 45mm x 28mm x 15mm
• Weight: ~20 grams
• Connector Plating: Gold-plated
• Housing Material: ABS plastic
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C

Power & Limitations

• Power Source: Bus-powered (draws from DisplayPort)
• Audio Support: No (VGA is video-only)
• Direction: One-way (DP to VGA only, not reversible)
• HDCP: Not supported on VGA output

Use Cases & Applications

Classroom Presentations: Connect your modern laptop to older school projectors that only have VGA inputs. The UGREEN DisplayPort to VGA converter eliminates compatibility issues during lectures, letting students and teachers focus on content rather than technical troubleshooting.

Corporate Meeting Rooms: Present from newer company-issued laptops to legacy conference room projectors without requesting AV department assistance. The plug-and-play design saves valuable meeting time when clients or executives are waiting.

Hot-Desking Offices: Business professionals moving between workstations can quickly connect their personal laptops to existing VGA monitors at shared desks. The compact adapter travels easily in laptop bags for daily commutes.

Training Facilities: Instructors conducting software training or certification courses can connect to various projector types across different venues. The adapter provides insurance against encountering VGA-only equipment at client sites or training centers.

Library & Computer Lab Settings: Students can connect personal laptops to institutional monitors that haven’t been upgraded to HDMI or DisplayPort. This flexibility supports bring-your-own-device policies without extensive infrastructure investment.

Trade Shows & Conferences: Exhibitors can adapt to whatever display connections are available in rented booth spaces. The small form factor doesn’t attract attention during professional presentations, unlike bulky adapters.

Government & Education Institutions: Organizations with budget constraints can continue using existing VGA display infrastructure while gradually upgrading computers. The adapter extends equipment lifecycle and defers capital expenses.

Home Office Dual Monitors: Connect a second legacy VGA monitor to your laptop’s DisplayPort for expanded workspace. This setup provides cost-effective multi-monitor arrangements using displays you already own.

Legacy Equipment Support: IT departments can provide these adapters to employees as standard issue, ensuring productivity regardless of display technology available in different offices or meeting spaces.

Important Compatibility Notes: This adapter converts DisplayPort signals TO VGA displays only—it does not work in reverse to connect VGA sources to DisplayPort monitors. DisplayPort++ (Dual-Mode DisplayPort) sources are recommended for best compatibility, though most modern laptops support this standard. The adapter is bus-powered and draws minimal current from the DisplayPort connection—no external power supply needed.

VGA is an analog video-only standard, so audio will not transmit through this adapter. For presentations requiring sound, use your laptop’s speakers, separate audio cables, or Bluetooth speakers. The maximum resolution of 1080p is limited by VGA technology, not the adapter—higher DisplayPort resolutions will automatically downscale to match VGA capabilities.

Some ultra-low-power devices or USB-C to DisplayPort connections may not provide sufficient power for active conversion. If the adapter doesn’t work, try a different DisplayPort output or verify your source device supports DP++ mode. The adapter does not support HDCP copy protection, so encrypted content from streaming services may not display properly—this is a VGA limitation affecting all similar adapters.

Performance Expectations: Image quality depends on both the adapter and the receiving VGA display. Older projectors or monitors may show slight color variations or softness compared to digital connections—this is normal for analog conversion. For critical color work or high-precision graphics, consider upgrading to digital display connections. For standard business presentations, document viewing, and general computing, the converter provides perfectly acceptable image quality at 1080p resolution.