USB-C’s Next Leap:240W &80Gbps Soon

USB-C has already replaced a jungle of ports (USB-A, HDMI, VGA) as the universal standard for charging, data, and display. But the best is yet to come: industry insiders hint at next-gen USB-C cables with 240W high power delivery und 80Gbps data transfer rates—game-changers for how we use our devices.

240W Power: Charge More, Faster

• Charge a 16-inch gaming laptop from 0-100% in 30 Minuten (vs 1+ hour now).
• Power 8K monitors or portable workstations without separate power bricks.
• Even charge small devices like electric scooters or power tools via a single cable.

80Gbps Speed: Blaze Through Large Files

• Transfer a 10GB 4K movie in 1 second (vs 5 seconds now).
• Edit 8K raw footage directly from an external SSD with zero lag.
• Stream 8K60fps video + data + charging over one cable.

Current vs Future USB-C: Quick Comparison

When Can We Get These Cables?

• Timeline: USB-IF (the standards body) is finalizing specs now. Expect commercial release by late 2026/early2027.
• Hinweis: Devices need compatible ports to unlock these features—so look for “240W PD” or “80Gbps” badges on future laptops/phones.

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