AmazonBasics USB 3.0 Extension Cable

Last updated: April 29, 2020


AmazonBasics USB 3.0 Extension Cable

We looked at the top USB Adapter Cables and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best USB Adapter Cable you should buy.

Product Details

In our analysis of 31 expert reviews, the AmazonBasics USB 3.0 Extension Cable placed 7th when we looked at the top 14 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

One 9.8-foot-long (3 meters) USB 3.0 A-Male to A-Female high-speed extension cable extends your USB connection to your computer by 9.8 feet; for use with printers, cameras, mice, keyboards and other USB computer peripherals.

Expert Reviews


What reviewers liked

This cable will transmit heavy loads of data with no corruption or flaw. With this, you can do transfers ten times faster than a USB 2.0 cable. Additionally, they are made of a sturdier and thicker material that makes them durable and won’t wear out easily. Amazon Basic 3.0 extension cables have little electrical resistance but higher output. Most amazingly, they are also compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1.
These short cables are easy to install, as you won't have to worry about having extra cable getting in the way. Gives you the super speed data transfers that you expect.

What reviewers didn't like

Shorter than average with 3 feet, so you're limited as to where you can use them.
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