On a short (2 meter) run it usually doesn't matter. On longer lengths it can. Here is an article from Gizmodo a few years back that actually tested cables.
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On a short (2 meter) run it usually doesn't matter. On longer lengths it can. Here is an article from Gizmodo a few years back that actually tested cables.
http://gizmodo.com/268788/the-truth-about-monster-cable-part-2-verdict-cheap-cables-keep-upusually