We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
Black active USB4 cable with USB-C connectors, 1.8 m length

STARTECH

STARTECH 6ft 1.8m Active USB4 Cable 40Gbps 240W 8K 60Hz 4K 240Hz DP2.1 Thunderbolt 4 USB-C Cable Black

SKU CH-ZVN1-WZVQD

An active USB-C cable delivering 40 Gbps data, 240 W power and 8K 60 Hz video over 1.8 metres

  • Transfers data at 40 Gbps for fast file moves
  • Delivers 240 W power to charge laptops quickly
  • Drives 8K displays at 60 Hz for sharp visuals
  • Runs 4K screens at 240 Hz for smooth motion
  • Active 1.8 m cable keeps signal strong over distance

Active 40 Gbps link

This active USB4 cable delivers 40 Gbps bandwidth and carries up to 240 W of power. It supports 8K resolution at 60 Hz and 4K at 240 Hz through DisplayPort 2.1 alt mode. Thunderbolt compatibility extends the same performance to Thunderbolt 4 hosts and peripherals.

Six-foot active construction

The 1.8 metre length gives desk-to-dock reach without the signal loss seen in passive cables at this speed. Active circuitry inside the connector heads maintains full bandwidth and power delivery across the full run. Black jacket and USB-C ends suit professional workstations and creative setups alike.

Thunderbolt 4 certification

Certified Thunderbolt 4 operation means the cable is validated for 40 Gbps data, dual 4K or single 8K video, and 240 W charging on any Thunderbolt 4 port. No driver install is required; the active electronics negotiate the highest common mode automatically. First listed by the manufacturer in 2026.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in USB Cords & Extension Cables, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $59.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech

Questions about this item

Does the USB4 interface cap at 40 Gbps in practice?

Yes, the cable supports up to 40 Gbps data transfer over the USB4 connection.

What physical length and connector type are needed to fit this cable?

It is a 1.8 metre active cable with USB-C connectors on both ends.

How is the cable installed and what step is often missed?

Plug the USB-C ends into the host and device; the active circuitry requires a Thunderbolt or USB4 port to reach full performance.

More in USB Cords & Extension Cables

Similar items