USB4 Insights | Sumble

What is USB4?

USB4 is a major update to the USB standard. It is based on the Thunderbolt 3 protocol and doubles the maximum bandwidth to 40 Gbit/s. It primarily uses the USB-C connector and enables features like DisplayPort Alternate Mode for video output and USB Power Delivery for charging devices.

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What other technologies are related to USB4?

USB4 Competitor Technologies

Thunderbolt

Thunderbolt is a competing interface technology that offers similar functionalities to USB4, including high-speed data transfer and display connectivity. While USB4 incorporates Thunderbolt protocols, they still compete for adoption.

mentioned alongside USB4 in 18% (102) of relevant job posts

USB4 Complementary Technologies

USB3

USB3 is a predecessor and a complementary technology to USB4. USB4 builds upon the USB3 standard, providing higher speeds and enhanced capabilities while maintaining backward compatibility.

mentioned alongside USB4 in 16% (75) of relevant job posts

DP

DisplayPort (DP) is a complementary display interface technology. USB4 can carry DisplayPort signals, making them interoperable and complementary.

mentioned alongside USB4 in 4% (70) of relevant job posts

PCIe

PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) is a complementary technology. USB4 can tunnel PCIe, allowing external devices to connect to the system using the PCIe protocol.

mentioned alongside USB4 in 1% (154) of relevant job posts