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Amazon Basics USB Type-C to Micro-B 3.1 Gen2 Charger Cable - 3 Feet (0.9 Meters) - Black: Fast Charging and Data Transfer Cable Review

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Connector TypeUSB, USB Type C, Micro USB, USB 3.0
Cable TypeUSB
Compatible DevicesPersonal Computer, Tablet, Smartphone
ColorBlack
BrandAmazon Basics

Description of Amazon Basics USB Type-C to Micro-B 3.1 Gen2 Charger Cable - 3 Feet (0.9 Meters) - Black: Fast Charging and Data Transfer Cable

IN THE BOX: (1) 3 foot USB Type-C to Micro-B 3.1 Gen2 charger cable for connecting a computer with a Type-C USB port (MacBook, Chromebook Pixel, Galaxy Note 7, etc.) to a Micro-B USB 3.1 or 3.0 enabled device. RELIABLE & EASY TO USE: Offers reliable connectivity to an external hard drive, tablet, or smartphone with a USB 3.1 or 3.0 Micro-B port making it easy to transfer files or sync data. REVERSIBLE DESIGN: Easily insert the Type-C connector into any Type-C enabled device (does not matter which side is up). COMPACT DESIGN: Type-C port is half the width and one-third the height of a standard USB-A connector (slightly larger compared to Lightning or Micro-USB ports). ULTRA FAST SPEED: Up to 10 Gbps data transfer speed (SuperSpeed+); power output up to 5V, 3 Amp. USB-IF CERTIFIED: Compliant with USB 3.1 Gen 2; backwards compatible to USB 3.0.

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great solution for future old hard drives!

I recently bought a 2018 MacBook Pro and found that I now need adapters/cables to connect my old peripherals (namely an external hard drive) to USB-C ports on a laptop. This cable is great because it allows me to connect the Micro-B port on my external drive directly to the USB-C port on my MacBook without USB-A to USB-C dongles. . However, I ran a speed test using the Blackmagic Read/Write Speed Utility using this cable and my old USB A to Micro B cable and noticed a slight drop in speed when…

Pros
  • High marks for support and durability from testers
Cons
  • Not as thick as other options

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Seems well made for computer accessories and peripherals

Two IMPORTANT things to know! The end, strictly straight, the moment you insert Micro B into the hard drive, it will "break" the computer! All is not lost. After 5-60 minutes the computer (hopefully) recovers without damage. Always connect the Micro B end BEFORE connecting the USB-C end to your computer and you're good to go. There are several companies that sell bad cables that can literally destroy laptops. and phones. Buy certified USB IF cables or take your risk. See online articles such as

Pros
  • Stable test results
Cons
  • Could have chosen a newer model

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Fits my external hard drive (see below)

After reading a few reviews I decided to add my own. I bought it for my 14TB WD Elements desktop hard drive to see if I could get more speed when transferring media/game files. I get more speed than the stock USB 3.0, up to 30-40Mbps, which isn't much, but still faster than the stock device. I haven't seen any posts on this so thought I might help if someone asks questions. I connected it to my MSI B550 motherboard with onboard C connector. I hope this helps anyone looking for answers if this…

Pros
  • Sturdy construction
Cons
  • No auto-tuning

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great solution for future old hard drives!

I recently purchased a 2018 MacBook Pro and found that I now need dongles/cables to enable my old peripherals (namely my external hard drive) to work with USB -C connectors on a laptop will work. This cable is great because it allows me to connect my external drive's Micro-B port directly to my MacBook's USB-C port without a USB-A to USB-C adapter. However, I ran a speed test using the Blackmagic Read/Write Speed Utility using this cable and my old USB A to Micro B cable and noticed a slight…

Pros
  • PACKED: (1) 3ft USB Type-C to Micro-B 3.1 Gen2 Charging Cable for connecting a computer with a USB Type-C port (MacBook, Chromebook Pixel, Galaxy Note 7, etc .) to a Micro-B USB 3.1 or 3.0 enabled device
Cons
  • No instructions

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Fits my external hard drive (see below)

After reading some reviews I decided to add my own. I bought it for my 14TB WD Elements desktop hard drive to see if I could get more speed when transferring media/game files. I get more speed than the stock USB 3.0, up to 30-40Mbps, which isn't much, but still faster than the stock device. I haven't seen any posts on this so thought I might help if someone asks questions. I connected it to my MSI B550 motherboard with onboard C connector. I hope this helps anyone looking for answers if this…

Pros
  • ULTRA FAST SPEED: Up to 10 Gbit/s transfer speed (SuperSpeed+); Output power up to 5V, 3A
Cons
  • The cable is shorter than others