USB-C
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Widely shipped baseline for phones, tablets, and midrange laptops that need reversible plugs and solid everyday speed. Often paired with USB Power Delivery.
Data speed5 Gbps
Max power100 W
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USB-CUSB 3.2 Gen 1
Widely shipped baseline for phones, tablets, and midrange laptops that need reversible plugs and solid everyday speed. Often paired with USB Power Delivery.
Specification
- Form factor
- USB-C
- Specification
- USB 3.2 Gen 1
- Max data
- 5 Gbps
- Max power
- 100 W
- Pins
- 24
- Reversible
- Yes
- Introduced
- 2014
- Cable cost
- (~$16)
USB-C cable rated for SuperSpeed 5 Gbps + typical PD. (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
Widely present on devices already in use. Normal to encounter, not the newest standard.
Capabilities
- Data - This tier is rated for more than charge-only use.
- Power Delivery - Higher power is negotiated, not fixed at a few watts.
- Video out - The port class can carry a display signal.
Notes
Power above about 15 W typically needs USB Power Delivery and a cable rated for the negotiated current.
Seen on products
Flagship and reference products in this knowledge base that map a port to this tier.
| Product | Maker | Year | Port |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S25 Ultra | Samsung | 2025 | USB-CPrimary |
| Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra | Samsung | 2024 | USB-CPrimary |
| Galaxy S21 Ultra | Samsung | 2021 | USB-CPrimary |
| Galaxy Tab S7+ | Samsung | 2020 | USB-CPrimary |