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Thunderbolt™Cable

What is Thunderbolt™ Technology?

Thunderbolt™ technology uses the same Type-C connector as other USB Type-C (USB-C) ports. Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd is Intel certified supplier and we develop, produce, and supply Thunderbolt™ cables. Thunderbolt™ brand certification mandates higher minimum performance and capabilities for cables, PCs, and accessories for greater reliability across devices and operating systems. As the most complete and highest standard of USB-C connections available on the market.

Thunderbolt™ Features and Benefits

High-load processing

High-load processing

By connecting multiple devices in a daisy chain, data files, video signals, and even power are automatically and appropriately supplied from the PC to each device.

High-speed File Transfer

High-speed File Transfer

Large volumes of data and high-resolution video can be transferred quickly. This enables fast processing and high productivity in gaming and content creation.

Fast Charging

Fast Charging

Delivers high power and fast charging to multiple devices. Additionally, with bidirectional charging, a single Thunderbolt™ cable can handle both data transfer and charging simultaneously.

Features of Thunderbolt™Cable

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Thunderbolt™ Cable: The Ultimate All-in-One Solution

Thunderbolt™ cable is the gold standard for professionals and power users who demand blazing-fast data transfer speeds, rock-solid reliability, and seamless single-cable convenience. Whether you're editing high-resolution 4K or even 8K video, running graphic-intensive games via an external GPU, transferring massive files in seconds, or fast-charging your laptop — a single Thunderbolt™ cable handles it all with ease and precision. With support for high-bandwidth applications, daisy-chaining multiple devices, and simultaneous data, video, and power delivery, Thunderbolt™ technology redefines what a cable can do.

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Evolution of Development

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FAQ

Q1.I would like to check if Thunderbolt™5 cables can be used on my device?

Please check the connector part of your device to confirm it is a USB-C connector and has Thunderbolt™mark.

Q2.Can I connect a Thunderbolt™ 5 cable to USB4 supporting device?

Thunderbolt 5 meets all the USB4 requirements including optional functions. Therefore, you can reliably connect to USB4 devices.

Q3.Can I connect Thunderbolt™5 cable to a Thunderbolt™3 or 4 supporting device?

Thunderbolt™ 5 cables are backward compatible and you can connect to Thunderbolt™4 devices.

Q4.Please let me know difference between Thunderbolt ™5, Thunderbolt™3 or 4, USB4 and USB3/DP.

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