4 years ago we updated my parents entertainment system with tv, DVD player, surround sound, and dish, all that alone was expensive but then throw in the two HDMI monster cables running at 100 bucks a piece it was just ridiculous. I bought this a little over a month ago and I can tell no difference I'm the quality. No lines in the screen and audio streams to my tv just fine from my HP laptop. This is a great buy for someone who is trying to set up their own entertainment center without breaking the bank.