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USB-C cables today are used for transferring data, running monitors, and charging everything on the planet from $5 LED trinkets to $2,000 laptops and even power tools now. It is basically the most common type of cable for electronics today and thanks to its universal and open design it has rapidly replaced all other competitors including Apple's Lightning as well as older USB cables. It's appeal is the reversible nature so you no longer have to look for alignment. With its ability to handle 240 watts now, USB-C to USB-C cables will likely begin replacing other proprietary cables as well.

There are a number of different types of USB-C to USB-C cables including: USB 2.0, USB 3.1 Gen 1, USB 3.1 Gen 2, and Thunderbolt 4.The main difference between all of these is their data transfer rates and their charge rates. Basic charge cables give you very slow data transfer speeds and typically only up to 60 watts. For a phone, tablet, and even most small laptops such as a Dell XPS 13 or MacBook Pro 13 that's fine. As you move up to larger laptops such as a Dell XPS 15 or MacBook Pro 16, 60 watts will limit how fast you can charge. The other key differentiator is speed. USB 2.0 is a ploddin

No. It is generally not recommended that you use a cable with a magnetic detachable end due to the risk of shorting out the device or charger it is plugged in to. These magnetic USB-C adapters slot into a USB-C port and connect to the cable using a magnet to reduce the likelihood of damage from a connector being abruptly yanked from its port.But the risk comes from the exposed pins that may short out if a piece of metal rubs against them. Since the adapters use magnets, which attract metal, you can see why most USB-C experts say not to use magnetic connectors.