Apple USB-C to Lightning Cable

The Apple USB-C to Lightning Cable is a 1-meter long cable available in white color. It enables you to connect your iPhone, iPad, or iPod with a Lightning connector to your USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) enabled Mac for syncing and charging. Additionally, you can use it with your USB-C enabled iPad for charging purposes.

This cable is also compatible with the Apple 18W or 20W USB-C Power Adapter, allowing you to charge your iOS device. It supports fast-charging on select iPhone and iPad models, delivering efficient charging speeds.

Designed to be tangle-free, this cable remains untangled even when stored in a purse, pocket, or wrapped around a portable charger. It has undergone MFi certification and seamlessly functions with all your Lightning devices, including the iPhone 13/12 and iPad.

For optimal charging performance, it is recommended to use this cable with a Power Delivery high-speed charger.

The Apple USB-C to Lightning 1M Cable in white comes with a 6-month warranty.

How does Apple USB-C to Lightning cable work?

A USB-C to Lightning cable allows you to charge and sync your AirPods, AirPods Pro, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. It also enables you to charge a Siri Remote and perform other functions. Simply connect the USB-C to Lightning cable to a USB-C port, and you can charge your AirPods, AirPods Pro, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch efficiently.

How fast is a USB C to lightning cable?

Lightning cables support data transfer rates of 480 Mbps, adhering to the USB 2.0 standard. USB-C cables, on the other hand, can transfer data at a rate of 640 Mbps, meeting the USB 3.0 standard. In terms of charging, Lightning cables support up to 20W of output.

Does Apple USB-C to Lightning support fast charging?

To fast charge your iPhone 8 and later models, you can achieve up to 50% battery in about 30 minutes. Simply use an Apple USB-C to Lightning cable with any of the following adapters: Apple 18W, 20W, 29W, 30W, 35W, 61W, 67W, 87W, 96W, or 140W USB-C Power Adapter.

What are the benefits of USB-C over Lightning?

USB-C is equipped with USB4 support, making it the clear winner in terms of data transfer speeds. It offers blazing-fast speeds of up to 40 Gbps (gigabits per second). On the other hand, the Lightning connection is limited to a maximum speed of 480 Mbps (megabits per second) with USB 2.0. This means that USB-C provides approximately 80 times faster data transfer rates compared to the Lightning connection.