The simplest explanation is that USB-C refers to the shape of the port and Thunderbolt 3 refers to the connectivity standard. … Hardware commonly referred to as "USB-C devices" also will work with a Thunderbolt 3 port, but they will not be able to take advantage of the maximum speed . . . Read more

All Thunderbolt 3 cables will work as USB-C cables. All USB-C cables will work as Thunderbolt 3 cables as long as they are good quality cables. … Since Thunderbolt 3 devices use discrete Thunderbolt chips to function, they will not function if plugged into a USB-C port.

To determine if your component is a Thunderbolt 3 device, look for the Thunderbolt 3 symbol (shown below). USB-C devices do not include this symbol. To determine if your computer has a Thunderbolt 3 port, check for the symbol near the port or refer to your computer manufacturer’s technical documentation.

At first glance, Thunderbolt 4 may not seem very different from its predecessor, Thunderbolt 3. It still uses the USB-C connector, the standard Lightning Bolt icon, and continues to offer the fastest speeds at 40Gbps.

How do i find out if my computer, display or cable is Thunderbolt™ capable? The port’s appearance is physically the same as miniDP (DisplayPort™). To confirm you have a Thunderbolt™ port on your computer, display, or cable check for the Thunderbolt™ symbol next to or above the port or connector.

The port’s appearance is physically the same as miniDP (DisplayPort™). To confirm you have a Thunderbolt™ port on your computer, display, or cable check for the Thunderbolt™ symbol next to or above the port or connector.

Approving a device using the Intel’s Thunderbolt Software (Older systems) Connect your Thunderbolt 3 device to your computer. Right-click on Thunderbolt icon in the system tray. Click Approve Attached Devices. On the device’s drop-down, select Always Connect. Click OK.

The good news is Thunderbolt 4 docking stations have arrived, but the better news is that you don’t need specific devices to use it, as Thunderbolt 4 ports are compatible with Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C devices.

The primary distinction between USB-C and USB 3 is that one is a type of USB connector, while the other is a speed standard for USB cables in general. … Some devices use it instead of older USB-A connectors or micro-USB ports. Conversely, USB 3 is a standard for USB . . . Read more

USB-C is a connection type. USB-C is not Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, or USB-4. … In fact, Intel gave the Thunderbolt 3 standard to the USBIF which allowed for the adoption of the technology on USB-4 devices. As far as compatibility and performance goes, they are practically the same even . . . Read more