Simple question, yet oddly hard to google: Do they add any latency? Would performance be better than a DVI-D to VGA adapter? I know they have to have a DAC because DP doesn't natively output analogue.

I just ordered a new Asus 24" monitor for home use supposing I could hook it up via DisplayPort to my Radeon 6950. Lo and behold it came with only a VGA and a DVI cable. While very annoying I took it ...

DisplayPort cables are designed to transfer power to monitors. With cheaper options, misaligned pins may cause power failures. You can avoid this by opting for a VESA-certified DisplayPort cable. The ...