4 Monitor Setup: HDMI vs DP inputs, to which monitor and why?

[dsc106]

Any problem with using HDMI output/input over DisplayPort?

I have a GTX 1080 TI (3x DP outputs; 1x HDMI; 1x DVI).

I have 2x Apple Cinema Displays which only take MiniDP without an expensive active adaptor, so was going to use those 2 on the DisplayPort.

I have the Asus PG279q 1440p IPS G-Sync Gaming Panel, and G-Sync needs DP, so was going to use the last DP output there.

Then, I have my main productivity monitor, which I am planning to be the ASUS PA329Q 32" 4K for professional color work and video production editing, etc. I was thinking HDMI for this one.

Any problem with using these outputs/inputs? I wish I just had more DP ports as this seems like the premium option, and hate to put my main workhorse monitor for professional use on a substandard HDMI port? But I really have no idea whether or not that even matters.

Thanks for the input! (no pun intended )

 

[Elixer]

I believe you can use a MST hub to get all your displays on DP.

As for the HDMI->DP I forgot the rules on when you need a active converter or just a regular dongle, so, looking at a FAQ I see...

What is the difference between a passive and active DisplayPort converter?
When you convert video from a source that uses DisplayPort or Mini DisplayPort to DVI or HDMI (for example, a computer to a monitor), you will need to consider the difference between passive and active adapters.

If the source supports dual-mode DisplayPort (also known as DP++), then you can use a passive adapter because the source can perform the conversion. If the source does not support DP++, then you need to use an active converter, which includes additional chips to perform the conversion.

 

[dsc106]

is HDMI to HDMI bad for the Asus 32" 4K Pro Monitor, or just as good as running it DP to DP?

 

[bystander36]

If HDMI has all the features needed for the display, it will be just as good as DP.

 

[dsc106]

Thank you bystander... that's what I am asking

Given how many HDMI imports the PA329Q has I assume so, but how can I tell what HDMI is not capable of? Rec2020, DCI-P3, 4K @ 60hz, etc?