Fastest charging cables
Make sure to double-check your needs before you grab a cable. We’ve split the list by manufacturer, and all top names make appearances. Here are the fastest charging cables you can buy right now.
Anker
Anker sits at the top as one of the leaders in the charging game. The company does everything from power banks to cables, and it does the job well.
Look no further than the Anker 765 cable to see just what we mean. It’s a USB-C to USB-C cable that comes in a convenient six-foot length. If you’re talking speed, the Anker 765 supports 240W Power Delivery 3.1 charging. Even better, the cable is nylon-wrapped from one end to the other and can endure 35,000 bends and tugs.
Another high-speed cable offering from Anker you may want to consider is the 643 Flow cable. It tops out at speeds of 100W. You can also pick between three and six feet in length. It isn’t braided, but it’s still pretty resistant and is estimated to live through 25,000 bends. And if you want to get colorful, this one is available in seven colors.
If you want something cheaper, yet still functional and nicely made, it’s hard to beat the uncreatively named New Nylon USB-C to USB-C 100W Cable. It can still handle 100W speeds, which is plenty fast for most smartphone users, and you can even use it with many tablets and laptops. Despite the super low $12 price, it is very nicely made and features a braided cable. It’s also pretty long at 10 feet.
Belkin
Belkin is another popular pick if you want one of the fastest charging cables, with its BoostCharge cable making the list. It supports up to 240W charging speeds, meaning it can charge almost anything, including laptops and tablets. It’s also nicely built and tested for over 30,000 bends. You can pick between 3.3ft or 6.6ft lengths. And if you care for colors, it’s also available in white.
If the previous cable is a bit much, you can also go for the Belkin BoostCharge USB-C to USB-C Cable 100W. As its name implies, it can handle 100W speeds. Additionally, you can get it in longer versions. The base one measures 6.6ft, but you can also opt for a 9.8ft version. It’s also usually cheaper.
AmazonBasics
Does a product exist if Amazon doesn’t have a more affordable option on the market? The retail giant has jumped into the fastest charging cable game in a big way, with a very enticing option available. The Amazon Basics USB-C to USB-C 4 Fast Charger Cable tops out with maximum charging speeds of up to 240W.
Not only is it fast for charging, but it is also very fast at transferring data. The cable supports Thunderbolt 4 with 40Gbps speeds. You shouldn’t have to worry about breaking the cable since the ends have been tested to bend 95 degrees up to 5,000 times. All that said, this is a pretty short cable at 3.3ft.
If you want to save a bit of money and don’t need that much speed, the Amazon Basics USB-C to USB-C 2.0 Fast Charger Cable might do just fine. It can handle 60W speeds, which is still pretty fast. And you can get it at lengths of up to 10ft. The design is simple, but it was still tested to handle 95-degree bends up to 5,000 times.
Cable Matters
You may not be as familiar with Cable Matters, but the company’s cables are pretty outstanding, and usually have very competitive prices. Today, we have two cables for you, and which one you get will depend on what you value in a cable.
The Cable Matters 40Gbps Active USB4 Cable is better if you want the fastest transfer speeds possible. It can transfer data at up to a whopping 40Gbps. And it can also charge at 100W, which isn’t half bad, and may be more than fast enough for many of you.
Now, if you really care for faster charging speeds, the Cable Matters 240W USB-C Cable can handle blazing 240W charging speeds. Data transfer speeds are pretty limiting at 480Mbps, though.
Apple-only cables
Apple excels at complicating things, and its charging options are no exception. The cables in this section are specifically designed for Apple’s connectors, including Lightning and USB-C options. Many of them come from the manufacturer itself. Unfortunately, that means there’s a bit of Apple Tax to account for with these options.
Those with more demanding needs will prefer picking up an Apple Thunderbolt 4 Pro cable. It can also handle 40Gbps speeds and 100W charging, but it is also compatible with the Studio and Pro displays. They are rather pricey, though.
Apple is finally catching up to the game as more of its devices move to USB-C, and it finally released a cable that’s actually fast at charging. Surprisingly enough, it is also not that expensive at $29. That may seem like a lot for a cable, but it is in line with the competition when you consider its features. It can charge at up to 240W! You get the usual Apple design, which means the cable is all white. What’s different here is that this cable is braided, and it is pretty long at two meters.