Compared: USB 3, USB 4, Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, USB-C – what you need to know
With the varieties of USB and Thunderbolt terminology floating about, as well as new versions being adopted by Apple and other device producers, sorting out the mess can be a problem. Here’s what you need to know about USB 3, USB 4, Thunderbolt 3, and Thunderbolt 4….here’s your main takeaway: The term “USB-C” by itself doesn’t specify anything for data, charging, or video beyond the physicality of the connector. But, as you might expect, there are a lot of details behind USB 3, USB 4, Thunderbolt 3, and Thunderbolt 4, and how they pertain to the USB-C connector…
