AudioQuest PEARL 18 LONG DISTANCE vs Austere III SERIES PREMIUM HDMI CABLE 4.9FT
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Choosing between the AudioQuest PEARL 18 LONG DISTANCE and Austere III SERIES PREMIUM HDMI CABLE 4.9FT? Both compete in the HDMI Cable segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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These two products are remarkably evenly matched across our scoring dimensions, making the choice largely about specific feature preferences and your room setup.
These two HDMI Cable options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Length | 0ft | 5ft |
| Certification | Ultra High Speed | High Speed |
| Bandwidth | 18Gbps | 18Gbps |
| Cable Type | active | passive_copper |
| CL Rated (In-Wall) | Yes | No |
| Connector Angle | straight | straight |
Key Differences
- Length: AudioQuest PEARL 18 LONG DISTANCE at 0ft vs Austere III SERIES PREMIUM HDMI CABLE 4.9FT at 5ft
- Certification: AudioQuest PEARL 18 LONG DISTANCE at Ultra High Speed vs Austere III SERIES PREMIUM HDMI CABLE 4.9FT at High Speed
- Cable Type: AudioQuest PEARL 18 LONG DISTANCE at active vs Austere III SERIES PREMIUM HDMI CABLE 4.9FT at passive_copper
- CL Rated (In-Wall): AudioQuest PEARL 18 LONG DISTANCE at Yes vs Austere III SERIES PREMIUM HDMI CABLE 4.9FT at No

