Buying guide
Thunderbolt Cables
Our pick
Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (1m)
The Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (1m) is the default choice for connecting a Thunderbolt laptop to a dock or drive.1
The alternatives
Other contenders
Plugable Thunderbolt 4 240W EPR cable (1m)
For a laptop that charges above 100W, the Plugable Thunderbolt 4 240W EPR cable (1m) takes over as the pick.1 Its 240 W charging rating suits a compatible high-power laptop, and it is USB-IF certified.12
For a laptop that charges above 100W
For charging above 100 W, choose a cable with a matching higher power rating.1 Choose the Plugable Thunderbolt 4 240W EPR cable for its 240 W charging rating and 40 Gbps data support.1
For a run across the desk
Choose the cable length that reaches the dock without stretching the connection.1 The Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (2m) provides a two-metre connection.1
For a cable that gets coiled every day
A braided jacket is a cable-covering preference to consider when choosing a lead you handle regularly.3 Choose the Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Pro Cable if you prefer a braided jacket on a one-metre lead.3
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Models in this comparison
Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (1m)
- Charging power
- 100 W1
CalDigit Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Cable (2.0m)
- Charging power
- 100 W1
Plugable Thunderbolt 4 240W EPR cable (1m)
- Charging power
- 240 W1
Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (2m)
- Charging power
- 100 W1
Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Pro Cable (1m)
- Charging power
- 240 W3
Every specification for these products
| Specification | Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (1m) | CalDigit Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Cable (2.0m) | Plugable Thunderbolt 4 240W EPR cable (1m) | Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (2m) | Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Pro Cable (1m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thunderbolt generation | Thunderbolt 41 | Thunderbolt 44 | Thunderbolt 41 | Thunderbolt 41 | Thunderbolt 43 |
| Length | 1 m1 | 2 m1 | 1 m1 | 2 m1 | 1 m3 |
| Charging power | 100 W1 | 100 W1 | 240 W1 | 100 W1 | 240 W3 |
| Data speed | 40 Gbps1 | 40 Gbps4 | 40 Gbps1 | 40 Gbps1 | 40 Gbps3 |
| Active or passive | Passive1 | Active1 | Passive1 | Active1 | Passive1 |
| Max displays | 21 | 15 | 22 | 22 | 13 |
| Max display resolution | 8K1 | 8K4 | 8K2 | 8K2 | 8K3 |
| Braided | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published | Yes3 |
| Warranty | 24 months1 | Not published | Not published | Not published | 24 months3 |
| Max refresh rate | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published | 60 Hz3 |
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5 products
Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (1m)
- Active or passive
- Passive1
CalDigit Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Cable (2.0m)
- Active or passive
- Active1
Plugable Thunderbolt 4 240W EPR cable (1m)
- Active or passive
- Passive1
Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (2m)
- Active or passive
- Active1
Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Pro Cable (1m)
- Active or passive
- Passive1
How they compare
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| Specification | Our pickPlugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (1m) | CalDigit Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Cable (2.0m) | Plugable Thunderbolt 4 240W EPR cable (1m) | Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (2m) | Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Pro Cable (1m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thunderbolt generation | Thunderbolt 41 | Thunderbolt 44 | Thunderbolt 41 | Thunderbolt 41 | Thunderbolt 43 |
| Length | 1 m1 | 2 m1 | 1 m1 | 2 m1 | 1 m3 |
| Charging power | 100 W1 | 100 W1 | 240 W1 | 100 W1 | 240 W3 |
| Data speed | 40 Gbps1 | 40 Gbps4 | 40 Gbps1 | 40 Gbps1 | 40 Gbps3 |
| Active or passive | Passive1 | Active1 | Passive1 | Active1 | Passive1 |
| Max displays | 21 | 15 | 22 | 22 | 13 |
| Max display resolution | 8K1 | 8K4 | 8K2 | 8K2 | 8K3 |
| Braided | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published | Yes3 |
| Warranty | 24 months1 | Not published | Not published | Not published | 24 months3 |
| Max refresh rate | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published | 60 Hz3 |
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- Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (2m) vs Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (1m)
- Plugable Thunderbolt 4 240W EPR cable (1m) vs Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (1m)
- CalDigit Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Cable (2.0m) vs Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (1m)
- Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Pro Cable (1m) vs Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (1m)