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Amazon Basics USB 2.0 Cable
Brand: Amazon Basics
$5.12
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Live Amazon listing, not a hands-on PicksHive review — image, features, price and availability come from Amazon; the buying notes below are PicksHive's.
PicksHive Take
The Amazon Basics USB 2.0 Cable is a straightforward option for connecting a computer with a USB-A port to a peripheral with a USB-B port. Its 6-foot length suits setups where the device is not immediately beside the computer. At the current listed price of $5.12, it is worth considering for a compatible printer or other USB-B peripheral when basic USB 2.0 connectivity is all you need. PicksHive has not tested this cable by hand; this guidance is based on the supplied listing details.
Check the connector on your peripheral before buying. This cable has USB-A male and USB-B male ends, not Mini USB or two USB-A ends. Although the listing mentions mice, keyboards, external hard drives, printers, and cameras, those device categories alone do not establish compatibility: the actual ports must match. Skip it if your device needs a different connector or your priority is data transfer above USB 2.0’s rated 480Mbps.
The main trade-off is a useful 6-foot reach and straightforward connectivity versus the USB 2.0 speed ceiling. The listing specifies multi-shielding and corrosion-resistant, gold-plated connectors intended to minimize interference and support signal clarity, but those features do not raise its rated transfer speed. No charging wattage is supplied, so do not choose it on an assumed charging capability.
For a similar connector arrangement with less length, consider the UGREEN 5ft USB-A to USB-B Printer Cable. If your peripheral instead has a Mini USB port, the Amazon Basics 6ft USB-A to Mini USB Cable is the relevant alternative. Choose by connector fit first, then length and required speed.
Written by PicksHive from the product listing and category research — not a hands-on test.
What to know before buying cables & adapters
PicksHive buying note
Match both connector ends to your devices before anything else. For charging, check the rated wattage (60W vs 240W); for data or displays, check the rated speed (USB 2.0 is 480Mbps, USB4/Thunderbolt reaches 40–80Gbps). Longer cables can charge fine but often run at lower data speeds, and Lightning cables labelled MFi are certified by Apple.
Key features and specifications (from Amazon)
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
|---|---|
| Amazon category | USB Cables |
| ASIN | B00NH11KIK |
- IN THE BOX: (1) 6-foot high-speed multi-shielded USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male cable
- DEVICE COMPATIBLE: Connects mice, keyboards, and speed-critical devices, such as external hard drives, printers, and cameras to a computer
- ULTRA FAST SPEED: Full 2.0 USB capability with 480 Mbps transfer speed
- DURABLE DESIGN: Corrosion-resistant, gold-plated connectors for optimal signal clarity and shielding to minimize interference
Questions about this product
- What connectors and length does this Amazon Basics cable have?
- The box contains one 6-foot USB 2.0 cable with a USB-A male connector at one end and a USB-B male connector at the other.
- Will it connect my printer or external hard drive to my computer?
- The listing includes printers and external hard drives among compatible device types, but the ports must match its USB-A and USB-B ends. Check your device connections before buying.
- How fast is this cable, and is it suitable for faster data transfers?
- Its listed USB 2.0 transfer speed is 480Mbps. Skip it if you require a cable rated above that speed.
- Does the listing specify shielding or a charging wattage?
- It specifies multi-shielding to minimize interference and corrosion-resistant, gold-plated connectors. A charging wattage is not provided in the supplied details; check the listing if charging capability matters.
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