By PURPLELEC | 19 December 2024 | 0 Comments
Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C join forces: a new chapter in industry change
Thunderbolt™ 3 and USB-C: A New Chapter in Industry Transformation
Recently, the announcement that Thunderbolt™ 3 will be exclusively available through the USB-C connector has garnered significant attention in discussions surrounding USB Type-C. Since its launch, Thunderbolt has primarily been associated with Apple products and a few high-end PCs, but its powerful capabilities have earned it widespread acclaim. The release of Thunderbolt 3 marks a pivotal moment for Thunderbolt technology, as it aims to reach a broader audience, representing a seismic shift for Thunderbolt and potentially having a profound impact on the entire industry.
The Potential and Challenges of Thunderbolt
When Thunderbolt first debuted, its high-bandwidth features supporting PCI Express and DisplayPort power showcased its potential to surpass USB and become the dominant standard for connecting peripheral devices. However, despite this promise, the industry has not fully embraced Thunderbolt. The vast majority of device manufacturers (and consumers) have opted for the more familiar USB alternatives. Currently, the global number of USB devices has exceeded 20 billion, and in the PC realm, Thunderbolt's application is typically limited to unique uses in high-end PC models.

The Strong Alliance of Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C
In the face of such challenges, Intel, the manufacturer of Thunderbolt, has not given up. They have combined all previous standards (PCIe, DisplayPort, HDMI, VGA, and USB 3.1) to create a universal cable designed to provide the best single-cable user experience. This innovation positions USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 as a powerful alliance in the industry, potentially offering faster speeds, higher pixel counts, greater power, and richer protocol support for various device brands and models. This combination not only holds promise for the widespread adoption of Thunderbolt technology but may also positively influence technological advancements across the entire industry.
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