Backward-compatibility means you can normally plug a USB 2.0 cable into a USB 3.0 port, but you won’t be getting all of the benefits of a USB 3.0 connection. Some manufacturers also restrict certain operating modes depending on the type of cable and/or charger that you use. Blue: This signifies a newer USB 3.0 SuperSpeed connector or port Teal: The most recent addition to the USB color chart identifies a 3.1 SuperSpeed+ connector or port. Just remember that USB-C doesn’t automatically specify any kind of performance level in and of itself.

USB-C, USB 3.2 Aren’t Always Hooked Together

Combine a non-standard vendor implementation with a non-standard cable manufacturer implementation, and what you get is a recipe for trouble (and dead hardware). Some major companies, like Nintendo, have built their own non-standard USB-C implementations. Look for brands specifically marketed as compatible with your device, stick to well-known products, and honestly, I’d check online before buying a USB-C cable for anything you care about. It is in your best interest to always use the USB-C cable provided by the device manufacturer, and never to buy a replacement cable assuming that any old brand will do.

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