Mini Display / Thunderbolt to Monitor

Hi,
So I currently have a 2010 MacBook pro which I connect to my monitor with a NEET cables mini display - HDMI adapter. I am planning on getting a 2013 MacBook Air soon; will this cable still work or will I need a completely new thunderbolt - HDMI adapter?
Thanks for reponses.

Yes  it should.  Thunderbolt port will work as a mini display port when required.
Ciao.

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