Plugable - Monitor Adapter Cable - USB-C to VGA,6ft,Driverless - Black
About this product
Plugable's USB-C to VGA cable allows you to connect an older VGA display or projector to your new laptop, tablet, or desktop which supports USB-C "DisplayPort Alternate Mode" (Alt Mode) video output functionality. Performance USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode technology utilizes a direct pipeline to the graphics processor in your system, and your connected monitor will function and perform as a natively attached display Compatible Systems Plug and Play installation on any Windows, Mac, or Linux host which supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode (Alt Mode) video output functionality Adapter has been fully tested for functionality on the 2017 iMac/iMac Pro, 2017 MacBook/MacBook Pro, Late 2016 MacBook Pro 13" and 15", MacBook Retina 12" 2015 / 2016, HP Spectre x360 13" and 15", Chromebook Pixel 2015, the Gigabyte "GA-Z170X-Gaming 7", "GA-Z170X-Gaming GT" and "GA-Z170X-UD5 TH" Alpine Ridge based Thunderbolt 3 motherboards, Dell XPS 13 (9350, 9360), Dell XPS 15 (9550, 9560), Lenovo P50 and P70, and Samsung Galaxy S8 / S8+ For additional compatibility information, please see plugable.com/usbc-vga-cable Incompatible Systems Most current phones and Android tablets with USB-C ports do not support Alt Mode video output. ASMedia USB 3.1 controllers do not support Alt Mode video at this time. Motherboards with dual USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 ports are limited to a single Alt Mode output; only one Alt Mode adapter supported per system. In the Bag Plugable USB-C to VGA cable (6ft/1.8m)
USB-C to VGA
Utilizes the native video capabilities of USB-C ports on supported computers to drive a VGA monitor with resolutions up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz with this 6ft/1.8m adapter cable
Operating Systems
Supported on Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, and Linux, as long as the device has a USB-C port which supports video. Plug and Play; no software installation required
Single Cable Solution
With the adapter built into the cable itself, you can go directly from your USB-C host to VGA display or projector without the need for additional cables or dongles
Compatibility
Works with iPhone 15, modern MacBooks, Dell XPS, Microsoft Surface, HP Spectre x360 systems with Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, USB4, or DisplayPort Alternate Mode over USB-C ports
2-Year Coverage, Lifetime Support
This device has been designed with reliability at its core and was built to meet the deployment demands of IT departments and the ease of use necessary for home offices. Includes lifetime support from our North American team of connectivity experts
- Connector Type (End 1)USB-CGender (End 1)MaleConnector Type (End 2)VGAGender (End 2)MaleMaximum Data Transfer Rate5000 megabits per secondJacket MaterialRubber
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Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 1 review
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Plugable's USB-C to VGA cable allows you to connect an older VGA display or projector to your new laptop, tablet, or desktop which supports USB-C "DisplayPort Alternate Mode" (Alt Mode) video output functionality. Performance USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode technology utilizes a direct pipeline to the graphics processor in your system, and your connected monitor will function and perform as a natively attached display Compatible Systems Plug and Play installation on any Windows, Mac, or Linux host which supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode (Alt Mode) video output functionality Adapter has been fully tested for functionality on the 2017 iMac/iMac Pro, 2017 MacBook/MacBook Pro, Late 2016 MacBook Pro 13" and 15", MacBook Retina 12" 2015 / 2016, HP Spectre x360 13" and 15", Chromebook Pixel 2015, the Gigabyte "GA-Z170X-Gaming 7", "GA-Z170X-Gaming GT" and "GA-Z170X-UD5 TH" Alpine Ridge based Thunderbolt 3 motherboards, Dell XPS 13 (9350, 9360), Dell XPS 15 (9550, 9560), Lenovo P50 and P70, and Samsung Galaxy S8 / S8+ For additional compatibility information, please see plugable.com/usbc-vga-cable Incompatible Systems Most current phones and Android tablets with USB-C ports do not support Alt Mode video output. ASMedia USB 3.1 controllers do not support Alt Mode video at this time. Motherboards with dual USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 ports are limited to a single Alt Mode output; only one Alt Mode adapter supported per system. In the Bag Plugable USB-C to VGA cable (6ft/1.8m)
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Stuck in a conference room with only a VGA projector — but your MacBook, iPad Pro, or Surface only has USB-C? This Cable Leader USB-C to VGA cable connects directly from a USB-C device with DisplayPort Alt Mode to any VGA monitor or projector at 1080p Full HD (1920 × 1200 @ 60Hz). Skip the trip to the IT closet for a USB-C hub or VGA adapter — one cable, plug and present. Built with double-shielded conductors, gold-plated VGA contacts, and fully molded strain relief. Compatible with MacBook Air / Pro, iPad Pro / Air (USB-C), Surface Pro, Samsung Galaxy with DeX, Pixel, Chromebook, and any USB-C device supporting DisplayPort Alt Mode. ⚠️ Important: not all USB-C ports support video — check your device specs for "DisplayPort Alt Mode". Best for: USB-C laptop or tablet to legacy VGA projectors and monitors. Not for: USB-C charging-only ports. RoHS compliant.
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| There were no pros for this product— | HDMI, Compatibility, Ease of use, Quality, Connection | Compatibility, HDMI, Ease of use, Overall Performance, Price | There were no pros for this product— |
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| There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Lag, Resolution | There were no cons for this product— |
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