{"id":3612,"date":"2021-04-08T07:00:14","date_gmt":"2021-04-08T07:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.box15.co.uk\/?p=2271"},"modified":"2025-12-05T15:47:59","modified_gmt":"2025-12-05T15:47:59","slug":"what-is-usb-a-and-usb-c-find-out-here","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bpfonline.co.uk\/blog\/what-is-usb-a-and-usb-c-find-out-here\/","title":{"rendered":"What is USB-C? | Read all about it here!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Here at BOX15<\/a><\/strong>, we appreciate how difficult it is keeping up with the latest technological changes. Even something as simple as a USB is getting upgraded, so it’s no surprise we often get asked about them; from what type they are and what they can do, to whether they can accommodate for your devices. Understanding the differences between USB-A and USB-C can be very useful!<\/p>\n

As such, to save you from trawling through pages and pages of technical lingo, we\u2019ve put together a short article on USB-A and USB-C to keep you up to date.<\/p>\n

\u00a0What does USB-A and USB-C look like?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

USB Type A<\/strong>: The majority of current and older devices have USB-A type ports. These are the common, rectangular USB plug (and socket) connection that we are used to seeing.<\/p>\n

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USB Type C<\/strong>: This is the new and emerging standard USB type for new devices and is expected to replace all USB connectors eventually; with most new laptops already only using USB Type C.<\/p>\n

USB Type C features a smaller, reversible connector socket (unlike USB Type A) and the cables have the same connector on both ends<\/p>\n

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Where will you find Type-C Charging?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

C-Type charging is quickly becoming the new industry-standard connector for transmitting both power and data (on a single cable). As a result, you\u2019ll find USB-C ports on most lightweight laptops and newer devices; which use them in place of a traditional barrel-style connector for attaching an AC adapter (for charging or powering battery operated devices).<\/p>\n

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How much faster is USB-C?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Power Delivery (PD) is a specification for handling higher power and allows for a range of devices to charge quickly over a USB connection. Consequently, USB-C PD can charge your device up to 70% faster than standard 5W charging!<\/p>\n

What products do we offer with both USB-A and USB-C?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

We offer a range of products with both USB-A and USB-C, which can be found in the below product ranges:<\/p>\n