The Cable Matters Gold-Plated VGA Cable is the ultimate link for connecting your desktop or laptop to a monitor or projector. The combination of gold-plated connectors, heavy 28 AWG bare copper conductors, foil & braid shielding, and dual ferrite cores provides superior cable performance. Molded strain relief connectors, finger-tightened screws, and easy-grip treads increase durability, ensure a secure connection, and make plugging and unplugging a breeze.may degrade the video appearance.