How to choose a data cable? Here is the buying guide

I. Classification
1. Classification by Interface
(1) USB
The most common data cable types include USB-A to USB-B, USB-A to USB-C, USB-C to USB-C, and USB-A to Micro-USB. USB data cables can be used to connect computers, mobile phones, tablets, printers, scanners, and other devices for data transmission and charging.

(2) Micro USB
This type of data cable has a standard USB port on one end and a MicroUSB port on the other. It is used to connect digital devices such as mobile phones, tablets, and MP3 players. It is currently being phased out because it does not support reversible insertion.

(3) Lightning: A high-speed data transmission interface introduced by Apple, commonly used to connect iPhones, iPads, and other Apple devices for data transmission and charging. It is currently being replaced by the Type-C interface.

(4) Type-C
Generally used in small devices such as mobile phones and tablets, it has no positive or negative orientation and can be used from both sides. It supports charging, video, and audio data transmission. It has faster data transmission speeds, richer functions, and higher charging efficiency, making it the current mainstream interface type.

(5) HDMI
Used to connect high-definition televisions, computer monitors, projectors, and multimedia devices, transmitting high-definition video and audio signals. HDMI data cables support video transmission up to 4K resolution.


(6) DVI
A digital image transmission standard that allows digital signals to be transmitted through this interface, which can achieve higher resolution and image quality. It is often used to connect computers to devices such as monitors and projectors. Currently, only a few desktop computers and older monitors and projectors support this interface.