UGREEN HD101 HDMI Cable 5m is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 1,700, supplied brand new and sealed in UGREEN retail packaging. This is the HDMI 1.4 male-to-male version, SKU 10167, carrying 4K UHD at 3840 x 2160 resolution with a 30Hz refresh rate and bandwidth rated up to 10.2Gbps across the whole run. The UGREEN HD101 HDMI Cable pairs an oxygen-free copper conductor with a 30AWG tin-plated copper wire core and triple shielding. Collect the UGREEN HD101 HDMI Cable at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, open Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Five metres solves a problem that shorter leads cannot. A television mounted above a Nairobi apartment wall unit sits three to four metres from the media shelf below. A boardroom projector in Upper Hill hangs well away from the presenter's laptop. Church AV teams in Kasarani, school ICT labs in Kisii, and cyber cafés along Moi Avenue all need length without losing picture. The UGREEN HD101 HDMI Cable covers that gap in one continuous piece, so nobody has to daisy-chain two short leads through a coupler and watch the image flicker mid-service or mid-presentation.
Unlike the unbranded five-metre leads sold at KSh 500 in downtown stalls, the UGREEN HD101 HDMI Cable uses genuine copper rather than copper-clad aluminium, which is the single biggest reason cheap long leads fail at 4K. Users consistently report that generic cables work at 720p and then produce sparkle or a black screen the moment a decoder switches to UHD. At Mascom International, we're witnessing steady demand from AV installers who buy the UGREEN HD101 HDMI Cable in batches for hotel and conference fit-outs. Walk in to Kimathi Street to test one on our display screens, or order for pay-on-arrival delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Common Questions About the UGREEN HD101 HDMI Cable
Why choose five metres instead of the shorter HD101 lengths?
Because the gap is longer than three metres in most installations. Ceiling-mounted projectors, televisions bracketed high on a wall with the decoder in a low cabinet, and lecture-hall lecterns all exceed what a 3m lead reaches. At KSh 1,700 the five-metre version sits KSh 700 above the 3m and KSh 1,000 above the 1.5m, working out near KSh 340 per metre either way. Buying short and adding a coupler costs more and creates the joint where signals usually fail.
Does picture quality drop over a five-metre passive run?
No. Passive copper holds a stable 4K/30Hz handshake comfortably at this distance, and this build uses oxygen-free copper with triple shielding to keep that margin wide. Signal loss on long leads traces back to thin copper-clad aluminium conductors and weak shielding, not length by itself. Trouble starts past ten metres on passive copper, or where a lead is bundled tightly against mains wiring. Keep some separation from power cabling and the image stays locked.
What refresh rate ceiling comes with the HDMI 1.4 standard?
4K UHD tops out at 30Hz, while 1080p Full HD runs at 60Hz. Total bandwidth is 10.2Gbps, enough for 3840 x 2160 video at 30 frames per second plus multi-channel audio on the same line. For decoder viewing, film, slide presentations, digital signage, and general desktop work, 30Hz at 4K looks smooth. Fast motion at 4K, such as league football and racing titles, benefits from the 60Hz that HDMI 2.0 provides.
Can it reach a ceiling-mounted projector in a church or lecture hall?
Usually yes, provided the path from ceiling to lectern stays under five metres, which covers most Kenyan church halls, school classrooms, and hotel conference rooms. Epson, BenQ, and ViewSonic units accept a standard Type-A plug directly. Media teams in Kasarani, along Ngong Road, and in Nakuru town run this exact setup weekly. For high ceilings in larger sanctuaries, measure the true path, including the ceiling run and the drop down the wall, before ordering.
How should I route it behind a wall-mounted television?
Leave a short service loop behind the screen so the plug is never bent sideways inside the port. Feed the lead through 20mm conduit or trunking down to the cabinet; the 7.3mm round body pulls through cleanly. Cross power cabling at right angles rather than running parallel alongside it. Secure the slack with velcro straps at the skirting board. During heavy lightning storms, unplug both ends to protect the television and the decoder.
Does it carry sound as well as picture, and can it drive a second monitor?
Both. Video and audio travel on one line, passing Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio through to soundbars and receivers, with Audio Return Channel sending television sound back to an amplifier. On the desktop side, it drives extended or mirrored display modes from a graphics card to a second screen five metres away, which suits trading desks, design studios, and reception areas showing live dashboards.
Should I buy an HDMI 2.0 or 2.1 lead instead for gaming?
For 4K at 60 frames per second, choose HDMI 2.0 at 18Gbps. For 4K at 120 frames per second on a high-refresh screen, choose HDMI 2.1 at 48Gbps. This 1.4 version suits 1080p 60Hz console gaming, story-driven titles, and streaming apps, which is what most Kenyan setups on 1080p televisions actually run. Mascom International stocks all three standards, so tell us your screen model and console and we will match the right one.
Is KSh 1,700 fair value for a five-metre branded lead?
It works out near KSh 340 per metre for genuine copper conductors, gold-plated contacts, triple shielding, and a 6-month local warranty. Unbranded five-metre leads sell for KSh 500 to KSh 800 and commonly fail inside a year, often mid-service or mid-presentation. Two replacements cost more than buying once. AV installers fitting out hotels, boardrooms, and lecture halls buy branded copper in batches for exactly that reason.
Technical Specifications
Signal Standard and Resolution Support
- HDMI 1.4 specification carries 3840 x 2160 UHD video at 30Hz, four times the pixel count of 1080p
- Bandwidth rated to 10.2Gbps leaves headroom for 4K video plus embedded multi-channel audio on one line
- 1080p Full HD runs at 60Hz, the setting most Kenyan homes, offices, and cyber cafés actually use daily
- 3D video formats supported for Blu-ray players and 3D-capable televisions still in service across the country
- HDCP copy protection compliance keeps Netflix, Showmax, and DStv Stream playback from dropping to a black screen
- HDMI Ethernet Channel shares one internet connection between two connected devices without running a separate LAN line
Audio Transmission and Return Channel
- Video and audio travel together on one line, removing separate 3.5mm, optical, or RCA audio runs entirely
- Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio pass through uncompressed to soundbars and home theatre receivers
- Audio Return Channel sends television sound back down the same line to an amplifier without a second lead
- Up to 32 audio channels supported under the specification, covering 5.1 and 7.1 speaker layouts comfortably
- Lip-sync stays locked across five metres, so dialogue matches mouth movement during films and live broadcasts
- Pairs with JBL, LG, Samsung, and Sony soundbars stocked at Mascom International for one-cable home theatre setups
Conductor Material and Internal Shielding
- Oxygen-free copper conductor lowers resistance across five metres compared with the copper-clad aluminium in budget leads
- 30AWG tin-plated copper wire core resists corrosion in humid coastal air around Mombasa, Malindi, and Diani
- Triple-layer shielding blocks interference from Wi-Fi routers, fluorescent ballasts, and mains cabling running nearby
- Foil and braid shield construction holds signal stability where leads share trunking with power wiring in offices
- PVC outer jacket stays flexible through cold highland mornings in Nyahururu and hot afternoons in Lodwar
- Copper construction is the reason 4K holds at this length where thin aluminium leads break into sparkle
Connector Build and Physical Dimensions
- Gold-plated connector contacts resist oxidation, keeping contact resistance low across years of plugging and unplugging
- Standard Type-A male plugs at both ends fit televisions, monitors, laptops, decoders, and consoles directly
- 7.3mm outer diameter round body balances shielding thickness against the flexibility needed behind wall units
- Moulded strain relief at both ends handles repeated coiling for portable presentation kits and hired AV equipment
- Connector shells grip firmly inside the port, resisting the slow slide-out that causes intermittent picture loss
- Round profile pulls cleanly through 20mm conduit and trunking during wall-mounted television and projector installations
Device Compatibility Across Common Setups
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, and Xbox One send picture and sound through this line
- Laptops from HP, Dell, Lenovo, ASUS, and Apple connect through a full-size port or a USB-C adapter
- Epson, BenQ, and ViewSonic projectors used in Kenyan classrooms, churches, and boardrooms accept the signal directly
- Televisions from Samsung, LG, Hisense, TCL, and Vitron pair with it at normal wall-mount viewing distances
- DStv Explora, Zuku decoders, Roku sticks, Apple TV, and Android TV boxes all use Type-A ports
- Desktop graphics cards with HDMI output drive a second monitor across a five-metre desk-to-wall bracket run
Installation Notes and Cable Management
- Five metres covers the usual gap between a mounted television and the media cabinet or console below
- Leave a small service loop behind wall-mounted screens so the plug is never stressed sideways in the port
- Route away from power cabling where possible, and cross at right angles when a crossing cannot be avoided
- Velcro straps or ties keep the run tidy along skirting boards in offices, lecture halls, and living rooms
- Runs beyond ten metres perform better on an active or fibre line than on any passive copper lead
- Unplug both ends during heavy lightning storms to protect connected televisions and decoders from surge damage
Package Contents
- UGREEN HD101 HDMI Cable, 5 metres, HDMI 1.4 Type-A male-to-male, SKU 10167
- UGREEN product documentation
- Mascom International receipt and 6-month warranty registration
Note: adapters, couplers, and wall plates are not included. Mascom International stocks USB-C to HDMI adapters, Mini and Micro HDMI adapters, HDMI splitters, and wall-plate keystone inserts separately for buyers fitting out boardrooms, classrooms, and home theatre installations.
Warranty
The UGREEN HD101 HDMI Cable carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects under normal use. Claims are handled directly at our Nairobi CBD service desk without shipping the item abroad. Bring the cable and your receipt to Kimathi Street and our team tests it on our own screens before processing any replacement.
Where to Buy the UGREEN HD101 HDMI Cable in Kenya
UGREEN HD101 HDMI Cable 5m is available now at Mascom International, located at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Visit our store Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to test the cable on a live screen before purchase. Stocked finish: black, with the black-and-yellow round variant available on request.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery, so you only pay once the cable reaches you. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery. All other major cities and towns, including Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa, and Kakamega, receive next-business-day delivery. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Every unit is covered by the 6-month warranty above, with claims coordinated at our Nairobi CBD service desk.
Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for honest specifications, current market pricing, and after-sales backing on every cable, adapter, and accessory we stock.
