I see Thunderbolt 3 cables with different ratings like '20 Gbps' and '40 Gbps.' Are these compatible with with my hardware? You will need a USB-C cable that specifically supports Thunderbolt 3 for compatibility with our Thunderbolt 3 equipped devices. Not all USB-C cables support Thunderbolt 3 - some can only be used for power, or for other data protocols such as USB 3 / USB 3.1.
Thunderbolt 3 devices require a Thunderbolt 3 cable. See the frequently asked questions below for help finding the right Thunderbolt 3 cable for the following models:Īre all USB-C cables compatible with UAD-2 Thunderbolt 3 equipped devices? But don't worry - finding a cable that will be compatible with UAD-2 Thunderbolt 3 equipped devices is easy once you know what you're looking for. passive, length, brand, and more, finding the right Thunderbolt 3 cable for your application can be confusing.