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StarTech.com USB3AUB50CMB USB cable
Best short cable for connecting portable hard drives to laptops.
Connect your USB 3.0 Micro B external hard drive to your computer with this SuperSpeed cable. Measuring 19.7 inches (0.5 meters), it's perfectly sized for close-range connections, ideal for linking portable drives to a laptop. Experience fast performance with data transfer rates up to 5000 Mbit/s, supported by USB 3.2 Gen 1 technology. The design is lightweight and compact, helping to reduce clutter. For guaranteed reliability, this cable is backed by a Lifetime warranty.
$14.91
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
601
/ 2680
#601 in Storage & Data Transfer Cables
Price vs Category Average
-72%
Below average
Data Transfer Standard
3.213.11
/ USB Gen ( Gen )
Who it's for
- Power users transferring large files to external drives
- Laptop users wanting a clean, clutter-free workspace
- Professionals needing reliable, long-lasting cable connections
Who should skip it
- Users needing to connect devices across a desk
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for generic, low-cost alternatives
- Owners of modern devices requiring USB-C connectivity
Performance breakdown
Data Transfer Speed
Handles 5Gbps throughput efficiently for standard external hard drive operations.
Portability
Compact half-meter length eliminates cable clutter in laptop bags.
Build Reliability
Lifetime warranty provides significant peace of mind for daily wear.
Connector Compatibility
Standard USB-A to Micro-B interface fits older drives but lacks versatility.
Cable Flexibility
Short length makes routing easy without excessive stiffness or tangling.
Connection Stability
Secure fit ensures consistent data flow without frequent disconnects.
Key Specs
Data Transfer Standard
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
5.0 Gbps
Cable Length
0.5 meters (19.7 inches)
Connector A
USB Type-A
Connector B
Micro-USB B
Color
Black
Package Quantity
1
Model Number
USB3AUB50CMB
Know before you buy
This cable is specifically designed to connect devices with a Micro-USB B port, such as portable external hard drives, to a computer or laptop with a standard USB Type-A port.
This cable supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 technology, which allows for data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps (5000 Mbit/s). It is ideal for quickly moving large files like photos or videos to and from your external drive.
At 0.5 meters (19.7 inches), this cable is quite short. It is best suited for close-range connections, such as linking a portable drive to a laptop sitting right next to it, rather than reaching across a desk to a tower PC.
Yes, StarTech.com backs this cable with a lifetime warranty, ensuring reliability and long-term support for your purchase.
Yes, USB 3.2 Gen 1 is backward compatible with USB 2.0, so it will work with older devices. However, keep in mind that your data transfer speeds will be limited to the slower USB 2.0 standard.
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