USB Type-A
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Still present on many desktop PCs and docks, but new thin devices prefer USB-C for the same speeds. Blue interior is the usual consumer cue.
Data speed5 Gbps
Max power4.5 W
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USB Type-AUSB 3.2 Gen 1
Still present on many desktop PCs and docks, but new thin devices prefer USB-C for the same speeds. Blue interior is the usual consumer cue.
Specification
- Form factor
- USB Type-A
- Specification
- USB 3.2 Gen 1
- Max data
- 5 Gbps
- Max power
- 4.5 W
- Pins
- 9
- Reversible
- No
- Introduced
- 2008
- Cable cost
- (~$16)
SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5 Gbps class). (as of 2026) Source: Manual US retail band for a ~1 m cable that supports this data tier (2026). Not host port BOM cost; not no-name bulk bin fantasy.
Status
Still on a large installed base. Less often chosen for brand-new consumer designs.
Capabilities
- Data - This tier is rated for more than charge-only use.
Notes
Adds five SuperSpeed contacts for nine total. Default current rises to 900 mA versus USB 2.0.
Seen on products
Flagship and reference products in this knowledge base that map a port to this tier.
| Product | Maker | Year | Port |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Book5 Pro | Samsung | 2025 | USB-A |
| Galaxy Book Pro 360 (2021) | Samsung | 2021 | USB-A |