The OWC 0.3 m Thunderbolt 5 USB-C cable is a short, high-bandwidth cable for users connecting compatible computers to docks, storage, or displays, with up to 80 Gb/s bidirectional data, up to 120 Gb/s display bandwidth, and up to 240 W power delivery.
Recommended For
- Desk users placing a Thunderbolt 5 dock right beside a laptop or computer who want a short connection with little cable slack.
- Users connecting a Thunderbolt 5 external SSD or RAID enclosure close to the host for high-bandwidth file transfers.
- Users building a compact setup who need a short link to a Thunderbolt 5 eGPU or PCIe expansion enclosure positioned next to the computer.
- Thunderbolt 5 workstation users who need a compact cable for a display-intensive setup and have a compatible host, dock, and displays.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- When moving large video or project files between a Thunderbolt 5 computer and a compatible external SSD, this cable can support a high-bandwidth connection; actual transfer speeds depend on the computer, drive, and workload.
- At a desk, use it to connect a Thunderbolt dock to a compatible laptop, then attach storage and other peripherals through the dock; the experience depends on the dock and host’s supported features.
- For a multi-monitor workstation, connect a compatible computer to a Thunderbolt dock or display setup; the cable can carry display signals, but the number and resolution of screens depend on the computer, dock, and displays.
- When connecting a compatible high-power laptop to a charger or powered dock, use the cable for charging while keeping a USB-C connection; charging rate depends on the power adapter, device, and setup.
- For a mixed-generation setup, connect compatible Thunderbolt, USB4, or USB-C devices with the same cable; the connection works according to the capabilities of the connected devices and ports.