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Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (3.3ft/1m)

Name: Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable (3.3ft/1m)
Brand: Plugable
SKU: TBT4-40G1M
Price: 28.95 USD
Availability: InStock

$28.95 USD

SKU: TBT4-40G1M
Amazon Rating : (438 Reviews)

Features

Certified Reliability—The Plugable 1M (3.3ft) Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 cable is Thunderbolt certified to ensure 100W 20V/5A Power Delivery, 40Gbps data transfer speeds, and support for two 4K screens or one 8K screen
Compatibility—Because this is a Certified Thunderbolt 4 cable, it’s also fully compatible with Thunderbolt 3, USB4, USB C, USB 3.x/2.x/1.x. That’s one heck of a versatile Thunderbolt cable
Display and Resolution Support—See the whole picture with support for dual 4K screens at 120Hz, or one 8K screen at 60Hz when paired with an appropriate hub or docking station. macOS only supports up to 4K at 60Hz, and base model M1, M2, and M3 Macbooks only support a single external display. This makes it an excellent choice for a USB C monitor cable
Certified, and Scrutinized—This cable was designed and built to Plugable’s highest standards, and rigorously tested in a variety of environments and scenarios. It should work in just about any USB-C port you can find
2-Year Coverage, Lifetime Support—Every Plugable product, including this USB4 cable, is covered against defects for 2 years and comes with lifetime support. If you ever have questions, contact our North American-based team - even before purchase

Length

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Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable 40Gbps Supports 100W (20V, 5A) Charging, 3.3ft / 1m

Image of the Plugable Thunderbolt 4 cable being used to connect a laptop to a monitor

A Cable for Everything!

The Plugable Passive 1M (3.3ft) Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 cable is built to deliver a true Thunderbolt experience. Longer than a Thunderbolt Cable 3ft, you still get 100W Power Delivery, 40Gbps data transfer speeds, and support for two 4K screens or one 8K screen with no loss in performance. And because it’s certified Thunderbolt 4, it can be used as a Thunderbolt 3 cable in your Thunderbolt 3 dock—and that’s true for USB-C and USB4, too.

Graphic of cable end with Thunderbolt 4 label

Thunderbolt 4 and USB4

Thunderbolt 4 or USB4, which is it? Both. And a little more. This cable is Thunderbolt 4 certified, and that comes with some incredible benefits. USB-C, USB4, Thunderbolt 3, or Thunderbolt 4, it doesn’t matter, The Plugable Passive 1M USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 cable will work, and supports data transfer speeds up to 40Gbps, 100W 20V/5A Power Delivery. Even at a full meter, you won't see a decrease in performance.

Image showing devices several devices that can be used with the Thunderbolt 4 cable

Endless Connectivity

There's no shortage of situations where a certified Thunderbolt 4 cable can be used. Most people know about the ability to charge devices, but this cable can also support high speed data transfer to and from external drives. Use it to connect to your USB-C monitors, or grab one as a backup cable for your Thunderbolt or USB-C dock. These cables can even be used to connect your laptop to a powerful external GPU (eGPU) for desktop level graphics on your laptop. The possibilities are endless!

33 Million Picture-Perfect Pixels

You have a powerful laptop. You have a high-definition monitor. Don’t sacrifice your resolution to cheap Thunderbolt cables. Plugable’s 1M Passive Thunderbolt 4 and USB 4 cables deliver 33 million picture-perfect pixels, either split between two 4K monitors @120Hz, or all on one 8K screen @60Hz.

Universal Compatibility

Thunderbolt 4 allows this cable to be compatible with nearly all USB-C ports. Whether the port is used for charging, data, video, or any combination of the three, this cable can do the job!

The Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Cable can be used with all of your favorite devices, including but not limited to:

Laptops, desktops, tablets, USB-C monitors, USB-C phones including the iPhone 15, gaming handhelds such as the Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, and ROG Ally, USB-C chargers up to 100W, Thunderbolt Cable USB C, Thunderbolt, USB4, and USB-C docking stations and hubs, eGPU's, Thunderbolt audio interfaces, and so much more!

Note that the cable can only support the maximum capabilites of the port itself, so it will not be able to add charging, data, or video capabilites to devices that don't support it already. Base model M1, M2, and M3 Macbooks will still only support a single external display.


	TBT4-40G1M $28.95 USD	TBT4-40G2M $59.95 USD	TBT4-240W-1M $29.95 USD	USB4-240W-1M $25.95 USD	TBT3-20G2M $34.95 USD
Certifications	Thunderbolt Certified	Thunderbolt Certified	Thunderbolt and USB-IF Certified	Thunderbolt and USB-IF Certified	Thunderbolt Certified
Passive/Active	Passive	Active	Passive	Passive	Passive
Cable Length	1M (3.3ft)	2M (6.6ft)	1M (3.3ft)	1M (3.3ft)	2M (6.6ft)
Power Delivery	100W 20V/5A	100W 20V/5A	240W 48V/5A	240W 48V/5A	100W 20V/5A
Data Transfer Speed	40Gbps	40Gbps	40Gbps	40Gbps	40Gbps
Supported Resolutions	Two 4K displays or one 8K display	Two 4K displays or one 8K display	Two 4K displays or one 8K display	Two 4K displays or one 8K display	Two Two 1080p displays or one 4K display

In The Box

Item and Quantity	Item Notes
1x Thunderbolt 4 1m Cable

Included Cables

Port Type (Side 1)	Cable Specification	Port Type (Side 2)	Cable Length	External Power for Cable
Male Thunderbolt™ 4 or Thunderbolt™ 3 or USB-C	Thunderbolt™ 4 (40Gbps)	Thunderbolt™ 4 or Thunderbolt™ 3 or USB-C	1.0m/3.28ft	No

Video

Port	Placement	Specification	Max Resolution and Refresh Rate	HDCP	Chipset
1x USB-C (Bi-Directional)	Cable End	Host Dependent	5120x2880 @ 60Hz 4096x2160 @ 60Hz 3840x2160 @ 60Hz 3840x1600 @ 60Hz 3440x1440 @ 60Hz 2560x1440 @ 60Hz 1920x1080 @ 60Hz 1600x900 @ 60Hz 1280x1024 @ 60Hz 1280x800 @ 60Hz 1280x720 @ 60Hz 1152x864 @ 60Hz 1024x768 @ 60Hz 800x600 @ 60Hz 640x480 @ 60Hz 7680x4320 @ 30Hz	Supported

Video Output Modes

Host Stream Specification	Host Port Type	Number of Displays Used	Max Resolution at Display Count
	Thunderbolt™ 4 or Thunderbolt™ 3 or USB-C	2	3840x2160 @ 60Hz

Connection To Host

Port	Placement	Version and Link Rate	Features
1x Thunderbolt™ 4 or Thunderbolt™ 3 or USB-C	Cable End	Thunderbolt™ 4 (40Gbps)

Physical Stats

Item	Size (H x W x D) or Length	Weight	SKU or Part Number
Thunderbolt 4 Cable	1 meters 3.3 feet	48 grams 1.7 ounces	TBT4-40G1M

Get Started

Connect one end of the USB-C cable to the host device.
Connect the other end of the USB-C cable to the other desired device.

Questions? We're here to help! Please reach out to us at support@plugable.com

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Can I Use a Thunderbolt 4 Cable to Connect to a Thunderbolt or USB-C Device Such as a Phone, iPad, or Docking Stations?

Yes, this Thunderbolt 4 cable is compatible with any USB-C port for data transfer, charging, or video (capabilities will depend on peripheral used).

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Do Thunderbolt 4 Cables Support USB-C Power Delivery for Host Charging?

Yes, Thunderbolt 4 cables can support up to 240W of power allowing you to keep your devices charged, but some cables may not offer the full 240W capability and instead offer a maximum of 100W of Power Delivery.

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Are Thunderbolt 4 Cables Compatible With Thunderbolt 3 Computers and Devices?

Yes, Thunderbolt 4 cables are backward compatible with Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C devices.

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What is the Total Electrical Resistance of the TBT4-40G2M & TBT4-40G1M cable?

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The Plugable Thunderbolt4 Cable is Thunderbolt certified, more details about the Electrical Resistance are below:

GND, DC Resistance≈46m ohm

VBUS, DC Resistance≈96m ohm

USB2.0, DC Resistance≈1.4 ohm

CC, SUB1/2, DC Resistance≈1.4 ohm

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Can I use a Thunderbolt 4 cable as a replacement Thunderbolt 3 cable?

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While both cables are suitable replacements for Thunderbolt 3 docks, Thunderbolt 3 capable devices can be interconnected using a Thunderbolt 4 cable.

With backward compatibility being one of the design criteria Intel used, you'll have the same performance as with a Thunderbolt™ 3 device, so we recommend replacing your Thunderbolt 3 cables with a Thunderbolt 4 cable if a future-proof solution is desired.

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How to Use Two External Displays with the Lid Closed on MacBook Air and MacBook Pro M3

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Overview

With the release of Apple’s M3 CPU chips and the Sonoma 14.6 update your base MacBook Air and MacBook Pro systems with M3 chips can now host two external displays natively in clamshell mode. This guide will walk you through the process of setting up and using two external displays with the lid closed on your MacBook Air or MacBook Pro equipped with an Apple M3 chip.

Requirements

Before getting started, ensure you have the following:

MacBook Air or MacBook Pro with an Apple M3 chip.
macOS Sonoma 14.3 or later for an M3 MacBook Air or macOS Sonoma 14.6 or later for an M3 MacBook Pro.
Two external displays with compatible video inputs (e.g., HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C).
- A dock or graphics adapter can be used as well.
External keyboard and mouse (wired or wireless).
Power adapter or power source for your MacBook
- A docking station that provides adequate charge can be used in place of the native power adapter, be sure to check the wattage your dock provides.

Steps to Set Up Dual External Displays with the Lid Closed

1. Set Up Your External Keyboard and Mouse

If you’re using a wired keyboard and mouse, connect them directly to your MacBook or Plugable dock.
For wireless peripherals, ensure they are paired with your MacBook and functioning properly.
An AC adapter/power cable of some kind will also need to be connected for clamshell mode to function properly. This adapter can be one from a docking station or the included Apple adapter.

2. Connect Your Displays

Connect the first external display to your MacBook using the appropriate cable (e.g., HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C)
Close your laptop’s lid.
Connect the second external display using a similar method.
Ensure both displays are powered on and set to the correct input source.

3. Configure Display Settings

Open System Settings on your MacBook.
Go to Displays.
You should see both external displays listed. Arrange them according to your preference by dragging the display icons.
Adjust the resolution, refresh rate, and other settings as needed.

4. Enable "Clamshell Mode" (Lid Closed Mode)

With your external displays connected and set up, close the lid of your MacBook.
Your MacBook will automatically switch to "Clamshell Mode," where the internal display turns off, and the external displays become your primary screens.
Ensure your MacBook is connected to a power source to prevent it from entering sleep mode.

5. Check the Display Arrangement

With the lid closed, check that the external displays are functioning as expected.
If necessary, re-open the Displays settings to adjust the arrangement, resolution, or other preferences.

Troubleshooting Tips

No Display on External Monitors: If the external displays are not showing anything, open the lid of your MacBook and check the connections.
MacBook Sleeps When Lid Is Closed: Make sure your MacBook is connected to a power adapter. Clamshell Mode requires the MacBook to be plugged into an external power source.
Performance Issues: If you experience lag or performance drops, try lowering the resolution or refresh rate of the external displays.

Thunderbolt Dock Users

With these steps, one can use Plugable Thunderbolt docks to enjoy a dual-display setup without the need for additional software installation. The dock leverages the native capabilities of the MacBook Air M3 and MacBook Pro M3, providing a straightforward and efficient solution for expanding your workspace with additional USB ports, audio, and ethernet (as well as the dual displays).

Additional Resources

If you should need any assistance with your setup, please feel free to reach out to our support team at support@plugable.com.

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