Exciting news for tech enthusiasts: Thunderbolt 5 cables have surfaced ahead of the expected launch of Thunderbolt 5 docks. Cable Matters is leading the charge with their lineup of “Intel Certified” Thunderbolt 5 cables, promising blazing speeds of up to 120Gbps. However, not all options are created equal.
Currently retailing on Amazon, Cable Matters offers a 3.3-foot Thunderbolt 5 cable priced at $32.99, with an additional 10 percent discount coupon available. This length strikes a balance between versatility and performance, ideal for most desktop setups. They also offer shorter options: a 1-foot cable for $22.99 and a 1.6-foot cable for $26.99.
For desk-bound users, the 1-foot length may feel too restrictive, whereas the 1.6-foot cable could suffice depending on your configuration.
Thunderbolt 5 represents a significant leap forward from Thunderbolt 4, doubling bidirectional speeds to 80Gbps with the potential for 120Gbps in display applications.
While these cable lengths may not cater to every desktop setup, their availability signifies the imminent arrival of Thunderbolt 5 devices. Initial glimpses of Thunderbolt 5 hardware were unveiled at CES earlier this year, with expectations of broader availability later in the year, albeit not yet integrated into Intel’s Lunar Lake processor lineup.