USB Standard
USB4 Version 2.0
USB4 Version 2.0 extends USB4 performance to as much as 80 Gbps over suitable USB-C connections.
Characteristics
| Maximum USB data performance | Up to 80 Gbps |
|---|---|
| Connector | USB Type-C |
| Cable requirement for 80 Gbps | Suitable 80 Gbps certified USB-C cable |
| Link operation | Two-lane high-speed operation |
| Protocol sharing | Supports multiple data and display protocols over the USB4 link |
| Backward compatibility | Maintains compatibility with previous USB generations |
| Current specification package | USB4 Version 2.0, November 2025 package published by USB-IF in 2026 |
| Current status | Current highest-performance USB specification generation |
