Anker USB A to USB C Cable, USB to USB C Cable(2Pack,3ft,Black)
Anker
$8.99
Amazon Basics USB-A to Mini USB 2.0 Cable, 6 Foot
Brand: Amazon Basics
$8.09
In Stock · (as of Sep 28, 10:38 PM EDT – Details)
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, PicksHive earns from qualifying purchases.
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-A to Mini USB 2.0 Cable, 6 Foot is for connecting a Mini-B-equipped device to a computer with a matching USB-A port. The listing names external hard drives, smart phones, and peripherals as compatible device types, but the connector on your particular device matters more than its category. Check both ends before buying: Mini-B is not interchangeable with USB-C or the USB-B connector used by the alternative below. PicksHive has not tested this cable by hand.
At the current listed price of $8.09, its main appeal is a six-foot connection for a device that still needs Mini-B. The trade-off is reach versus a tidier setup, alongside the limits of USB 2.0: its rated standard supports 480Mbps, not the higher speeds available through newer USB standards. That figure is not a promise of actual transfer performance. Skip this cable if either connector is wrong for your equipment or if your setup requires a faster data standard.
The listing includes corrosion-resistant, gold-plated connectors and protective shielding intended to minimize interference. Those are useful construction details to note, but they do not establish a measured performance advantage. It also lists backward compatibility with USB 1.0.
For a shorter connection, consider Amazon Basics Mini USB 2.0 Cable, 3 Foot rather than managing six feet of cable. If your device instead has a USB-B socket, look at Amazon Basics USB-A to USB-B 2.0 Cable. Choose by connector fit first, then the length your setup needs; neither extra reach nor gold plating can fix a connector mismatch.
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 | B00NH11N5A |
- IN THE BOX: 6-foot high-speed USB 2.0 A-Male to Mini-B cable
- DEVICE COMPATIBILITY: Connects Mini-B-equipped external hard drives, smart phones, and peripherals to a computer
- GOLD-PLATED CONNECTORS: Corrosion-resistant, gold-plated connectors for optimal signal clarity
- PROTECTIVE SHIELDING: Minimizes interference for a clear signal
- BACKWARDS COMPATIBLE: Works with earlier version USB 1.0
Questions about this product
- What connectors are on this six-foot cable?
- It has a USB-A male connector at one end and a Mini-B connector at the other. Match those ends to your computer and device before buying.
- Will it connect my older external hard drive or smart phone?
- The listing supports Mini-B-equipped external hard drives, smart phones, and peripherals connected to a computer. Check your specific device's port rather than assuming compatibility based on age or device type.
- What data speed does this USB 2.0 cable support?
- USB 2.0 has a rated speed of 480Mbps; actual transfer performance is not provided. The listing also says the cable works with USB 1.0.
- Do the gold-plated connectors and shielding make it faster?
- The listing describes the gold-plated connectors as corrosion-resistant and the shielding as minimizing interference. It does not provide evidence of a speed advantage from either feature.
Compare with
IVANKY VESA Certified DisplayPort Cable, 6.6ft 4K@60Hz DP to DP Cable
IVANKY
$6.69
In Stock · (as of Sep 28, 10:07 PM EDT – Details)
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
Anker USB A to USB C Cable, USB to USB C Cable (2-Pack, 6 ft, Black)
Anker
$9.99
In Stock · (as of Sep 28, 10:07 PM EDT – Details)
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
【2026 Upgraded】 USB 2.0 A Male to 2 Dual USB Female Jack Y Splitter Hub Power Cord Extension Adapter Cable (Not Supporting CarPlay and Android Auto)
ANDTOBO
$5.88
In Stock · (as of Sep 28, 10:18 PM EDT – Details)
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.Similar picks
Amazon Basics USB-A to USB-B 2.0 Cable for Printer or External Hard Drive, Gold-Plated Connectors, 10 Foot, Black
Amazon Basics
$6.86
In Stock · (as of Sep 28, 10:18 PM EDT – Details)
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
Amazon Basics USB-A to Mini USB 2.0 Cable, 480Mbps Transfer Speed with Gold-Plated Plugs, 3 Foot, Black
Amazon Basics
$5.24
In Stock · (as of Sep 28, 10:18 PM EDT – Details)
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
UGREEN USB to USB, 5 Gbps USB 3.0 Cable, Male to Male Cable 1.5 FT
UGREEN
$7.99
In Stock · (as of Sep 28, 10:38 PM EDT – Details)
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
UGREEN USB A to B Printer Cable 5ft, High Speed for HP Canon Brother
UGREEN
$5.99
In Stock · (as of Sep 28, 10:38 PM EDT – Details)
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
BesCable USB to USB Cable Superspeed USB 2.0 Type A Male to Male Cable
BesCable
$6.99
In Stock · (as of Sep 28, 10:18 PM EDT – Details)
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
Amazon Basics USB-C to USB-C Fast Charger Cable, 480Mbps Speed, USB-IF Certified, for Fast Charging Apple iPhone 16/15, iPad, MacBook, Samsung Galaxy, Tablets, Laptops, 6 Foot, White
Amazon Basics
$8.39
In Stock · (as of Sep 28, 10:18 PM EDT – Details)
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
OIKWAN USB to RS232, USB Serial Adapter with FTDI Chipset,USB 2.0 to Male DB9 Serial Cable for Windows 11,10, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, Linux and Mac OS(6ft)…
OIKWAN
$12.99
In Stock · (as of Sep 28, 10:18 PM EDT – Details)
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
CableCreation USB to RS232 DB9 Serial Adapter Cable, PL2303 Chipset, 6.6 FT
CableCreation
$11.99
In Stock · (as of Sep 28, 10:18 PM EDT – Details)
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.Amazon Basics USB-A to Mini USB 2.0 Cable, 6 Foot
Amazon Basics USB-A to Mini USB 2.0 Cable, 6 Foot