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UGREEN USB to USB, 5 Gbps USB 3.0 Cable, Male to Male Cable 1.5 FT

UGREEN USB to USB, 5 Gbps USB 3.0 Cable, Male to Male Cable 1.5 FT

Brand: UGREEN

$7.99

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PicksHive Take

The UGREEN USB 3.0 male-to-male cable is for a specific connection: a computer linked to a compatible peripheral with a USB Type-A port intended for this cable. At 1.5 feet, it suits devices sitting close together, rather than equipment spread across a desk. Before buying, confirm that both devices require USB-A male connectors; matching the port shape alone does not establish compatibility. PicksHive has not tested this cable by hand.

The main trade-off is its listed data speed of up to 5 Gbps versus its short reach and limited uses. It is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports, but those connections will not deliver the advertised USB 3.0 speed. It cannot carry video or directly transfer files between two computers. Skip it if you need a monitor video cable, a USB extension with a female end, or a charging cable.

The listing describes braided nylon protection, aluminum-alloy connectors, and a 20,000-plus bend-test design claim. Those are manufacturer claims, not durability results verified by PicksHive. Power guidance is also inconsistent: one bullet advertises up to 3A for a laptop cooling pad, while the notes say charging is unsupported. Confirm suitability for your particular cooling pad before relying on that claim.

At the current $7.99 price, this is worth considering when you specifically need a short USB-A-to-A data link. Compared with BesCable USB 2.0 A-to-A cable, its listed USB 3.0 speed is the key distinction. If your printer instead needs USB-A to USB-B, UGREEN 5ft printer cable offers the relevant connector pairing and a longer stated length—not an interchangeable substitute.

Written by PicksHive from the product listing and category research — not a hands-on test.

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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)

BrandUGREEN
Amazon categoryUSB Cables
ASINB00P0E3954
  • Working Perfectly: USB to USB Cable is up to 5 Gbps, 10x faster than USB 2.0 data transfer and provide superior cable performance and error-free data transmission. Backwards are compatible with computer USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports, which is 10X faster than the USB 2.0 cable; making data transferred within fewer seconds, no more waiting.
  • Wide Compatibility: UGREEN USB Male to Male cord connects a USB peripheral with USB 3.0 type A port to a computer for speedy file transfer. It compatible with Laptop, Laptop Cooling Pad,Smart TV,USB in car, DVD player, USB 3.0 hub, Monitor, Camera, Wacom, Blue-ray Drive, Set Top Box, 2.5-Inch External Hard Drive Enclosure with Type A port, and most USB 3.0 external hard drives with Type A port.
  • Awesome Quality: With a braided shield and aluminum alloy connector, UGREEN USB to USB Cord is designed with 20,000+ times bending test, the solid and durable two-shade braided nylon shield gives the cable stronger protection and flexible performance than others and no need to worry about tangling, no more cable breakage worries.
  • Charge Laptop Cooler: The maximum output of this male to male USB 3.0 cable is up to 3A, which provides enough power for your laptop cooler, so to keep your cooling pad performs the best, no more worry about your laptop getting hot, ensures the stable operation of your devices.
  • NOTE: 1. DO NOT support video transfer. 2. Does not support data transfer between two computers directly. 3. This cable is only a data transfer cable, and it can not transfer a video signal. 4. This cable is a usb male to usb male cable, not a usb male to female cable 5. This cable do not support charging. 6. This cable is only 1.5ft,please make sure before purchase.

Questions about this product

Can this cable transfer files directly between two laptops?
No. The listing explicitly says it does not support direct data transfer between two computers.
Will this USB-A-to-A cable send video to a monitor or TV?
No. Although monitors and smart TVs appear in the compatibility list, the listing explicitly excludes video transmission.
Can it power a laptop cooling pad or charge a device?
The listing claims up to 3A output for a laptop cooling pad but separately says charging is unsupported. Check the listing for clarification and compatibility with your specific cooling pad; do not assume it is a charging cable.
How long is it, and will it reach 5 Gbps on USB 2.0 ports?
This version is only 1.5 feet long. It is rated for up to 5 Gbps and works with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports, but USB 2.0 is rated at 480 Mbps, not 5 Gbps.

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