It's pretty hard to find 3m 100W USB-C cables, so I thought this two pack was a good deal. Backed by Amazon too, so easy returns if they turn out to be duds.
Works out to be $6.99 each.
Be aware that only the red version is 100W. Grey is 60W.
Shame about the random "SnowKids" branding though….
CamelCamelCamel.
just send it back if not as described
get zyron its pretty good
Do you have a way to test 100W USB-C to USB-C cables? If not, be aware that quoting USB 2.0 means it is able to get away with not doing e-marking. That means a lot of Windows laptops will reject it and only operate in slow charging mode (because your laptop makers don't want to risk it). Apple will probably permit these on their laptops (below 100W) but that's because Apple implemented USB-C a bit too early. Doesn't mean the cable is good for Apple laptops (Apple laptops will most likely drop the voltage and current a bit). Item description quoted zero laptop in the compatibility list, so what's the point quoting 100W?
For devices under warranty, I would use original cables. For ancient devices and you really want to go cheap, might as well go super dirt cheap and get $2 cables from MSY. At this price, you can get 1 USB 3.2 gen 2 cable with e-marking. So, unless 3m is a must, this product doesn't make much sense.
One reason I suggest avoiding 3rd party cables is that you don't really know the cables are working properly. Example: I have an AmazonBasics USB-IF "certified" cable. When using it on Apple devices, most of the time, it will charge okay. However, on occasions, fast charge won't work (and Apple devices don't tell you whether it is doing fast charge). I tested the cable with an USB-C meter so I was able to tell. It doesn't make sense to carry an USB-C meter when using el cheapo cables. The cheapest USB-C meter is around $40, so it's better to just go original.
Also, Apple devices can tell the cable is inferior as they consistently lower the voltage AND current when using that cable (even when it is doing fast charging). Testing was done using an original Apple charger. Android devices also drop the voltage and current a bit when that cable is used.
The cheapest USB-C meter is around $40
I have a type c tester for $13 and I find it's been very accurate so far testing on a few cables.
Have you tested the accuracy of your tester?
Like with a 2nd tester? Then test 2nd tester with 3rd? XD
@CodeXD: He meant using an actual power meter to check it. Some of those meters are not accurate. However, I doubt that $13 one allows you to re-calibrate. The ones I have support re-calibration, but too lazy to do that.
Also, that $13 one, since it doesn't support taking power from another source, it would actually use up a bit power from the actual source (so the results are not technically correct), It's generally not an issue since we just want to get a rough figure. The meters I have multiple input ports with one of the ports designed to power the meter separately (if I want a more accurate result), instead of taking power from the source, which affects the result a bit. However, 85% of the time, I don't bother using that feature. When I do connect the meter to PC to plot graphs, I do use feed the meter with its own dedicated power. Honestly, it is still not really that accurate.
Thanks for the info. Questions:
Tempted to get one just to have a play. The USB-C meters I get generally can test chargers and cables (can plot voltage and current graphs, have Windows app to store data). Problem is, even though they are firmware upgradable, DP 3.1 / 240W means I will probably need new ones later on.
Just looking for a decent USB-C to USB-C cable in the market..
I just got a work monitor delivered (Dell P2419HC).. and my laptop does have a USB-C port with the thunderbolt symbol.
Does anyone know, if I connect the laptop to the monitor using this cable, does it also charge the laptop in addition to mirror/extend my laptop screen?
charge the laptop in addition to mirror/extend my laptop screen
To do this, you need a laptop that can do this, and a screen that can do this, and a cable that can do this !
If all three parts of the chain are capable then yes you can do power and data and display all at the same time through one cable 👍
These cables will not work for video
Your monitor should come with a compatible cable
Otherwise you need to buy at least a cable that supports at least 5gbps transfer speed and is USB 3.1 gen2 compliant
Maybe this
https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B08XYKSS32/
Thanks for the info and the suggestion, saved me quite some time there.
The monitor should have come with the cable(based on the instruction manual and other online sites), but it didn't. It only had the power and the display port cable inside the packing.
This was sent to me by employer, so I don't really know who to contact here, I'll drop a mail tomorrow to let them know.
Contact your work IT team to see if they can give you that cable from Dell. It is best to get that cable. The one provided from Dell, while not the best, is better than majority of the 3rd party ones.
Even though P2419HC is just 1080p, it is still better to use a first party cable if you intend to use that cable to power your laptop.
If you must get a cable and budget is limited: try this one. I don't recommend 3rd party cable for power. Display is probably okay. It is the cheapest I can find. Price seems a bit too good to be true, but you also need to add postage. USB 3.1 Type C Gen 2 is overkill for your monitor, but a cable with e-marker chip is better. I was hoping to recommend the Lenovo one but the price is now 2X of what I paid.
Best option is still get that Dell cable from your company.
Cable creation cables on amazon are super reliable. All cables i have bought from them have been to spec and good build quality. They have deals here on ozbargain every week or so.
Reviews imply the specs may not be truthful, and that it doesn't actually reach 5A.