Apple Thunderbolt 2 Cable (0.5 m)

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Brand Apple
Connector Type Other
Cable Type Thunderbolt 2
Compatible Devices MacBook Air (13-inch, Early 2015 - 2017), MacBook Air (11-inch, Early 2015), MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Late 2012 - 2015), MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2012 - 2015), iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, Late 2015), iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2014 - 2015), Mac mini (Late 2014), Mac Pro (Late 2013) See more
Special Feature High Speed, Tangle Free

About this item

  • Thunderbolt technology supports fast data transfers with two independent channels of 10Gb/s each.
  • Thunderbolt 2 technology can bond the two channels for a superfast 20Gb/s.
  • Use this cable to connect Thunderbolt-enabled devices to the Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 port on your Mac.
  • The Apple Thunderbolt Cable lets you connect a Thunderbolt-equipped system to a Thunderbolt device.
  • Connect a Thunderbolt-equipped Mac in target disk mode to another Mac for fast data access or system migration, or network two Thunderbolt-equipped computers.
  • Not compatible with USB-C ports

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    4.6 out of 5 stars
    5,576 global ratings

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    Customers like the performance and quality of the electronic cable. They mention that it works well and is durable. That said, some complain about the value, saying it's too expensive.

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    161 customers mention "Performance"122 positive39 negative

    Customers like the performance of the cable. They say it works well, does an excellent job of connectivity, and is flawless. Some mention that it works perfectly for their portable drive.

    "...to provide fast speeds and reliable connectivity, and it does an excellent job of both...." Read more

    "Flawless & ahead of predicted delivery" Read more

    "...This cable did the trick. Sound and USB works fine with it. Just don't have the mag-safe cable anymore." Read more

    "...However, my Thunderbolt cable connection stopped working. I had looked at getting a new set of cables and taking apart the display and replacing it...." Read more

    118 customers mention "Quality"95 positive23 negative

    Customers like the quality of the cable. They say it's very durable, has excellent collars, and works well. Some mention that the cable is short and compact for carrying.

    "...to using the Apple Thunderbolt Cable (0.5 m), including its high-quality construction, fast transfer speeds, and compatibility with a wide range of..." Read more

    "...used, the cable came in the original packaging and was in excellent condition." Read more

    "...The cable quality, too, is exceptionally high, and they should last a very, very long time if they are not abused...." Read more

    "...Pros:• Genuine Apple Cable - works well• Short and compact for carryingCons:•..." Read more

    78 customers mention "Value"19 positive59 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the value of the electronic cable. They mention that it is too expensive compared to other cables in the market. Some say that the cable is disappointing for the cost.

    "...For one, this cable can be quite expensive compared to other options on the market...." Read more

    "These are far too expensive. But it is the price you pay for using the latest technology for high-speed transfer...." Read more

    "...Worth every penny! Not an exaggeration!" Read more

    "...And RETURNING, which was easy, thank you Amazon = Wasted efforts, wasted time, and the moral is either be prepared to return stuff like this FAST..." Read more

    Great Timesaver!
    5 out of 5 stars
    Great Timesaver!
    Needed this to use with an older Mac laptop in order to transfer data to a newer Mac laptop. I tried just using WiFi but it was taking FOREVER so I decided to get a Thunderbolt cable to speed things up. This made a HUGE difference...took less than 10 minutes!!! Wow! Super impressed. Definitely worth it for me since I didn't have HOURS to wait for all the data to transfer before I can use either laptop.
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    Top reviews from the United States

    Heather
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sturdy, reliable and easy to use
    Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2023
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    The Apple Thunderbolt Cable (0.5 m) is a popular choice for anyone looking for a high-performance cable to connect their Apple devices together. This cable is designed to provide fast speeds and reliable connectivity, and it does an excellent job of both. There are a number of pros to using the Apple Thunderbolt Cable (0.5 m), including its high-quality construction, fast transfer speeds, and compatibility with a wide range of devices. However, there are also a few cons to keep in mind. For one, this cable can be quite expensive compared to other options on the market. Additionally, some users have reported issues with the cable breaking or failing after extended use. Overall, if you're looking for a high-quality Thunderbolt cable, the Apple Thunderbolt Cable (0.5 m) is definitely worth considering, but it may not be the best choice for everyone.
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    Richie333
    5.0 out of 5 stars Top Quality
    Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2024
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    Flawless & ahead of predicted delivery
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    Rjbopper
    5.0 out of 5 stars Works Like a Charm
    Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2024
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    I bought this Apple Thunderbolt cable in order to use an old iMac as a monitor for my newer Macbook Pro. It worked! Although used, the cable came in the original packaging and was in excellent condition.
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    Ray
    5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely High Quality; Extremely High Price; Make Sure You Need them before you Purchase Them
    Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2017
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    These are far too expensive. But it is the price you pay for using the latest technology for high-speed transfer. You can use these to connect two Apple computers together, or for connecting your Apple computer to a Thunderbolt-enabled external drive (which is my primary use for them). They are very high quality like most Apple items are, but they come at an eye-watering price. You can attempt to console yourself with the understanding that these cables are not "just" cables: if you were to physically destroy the end caps and look inside, you would find the electronic controller components that facilitate the technology. So, you are not just paying for a cable, but also for the controller that is hidden inside the cable's end caps. The cable quality, too, is exceptionally high, and they should last a very, very long time if they are not abused. It's hard to give them a five-star rating because of their cost, but in actuality, they are indeed a five-star product, and if you are using Thunderbolt, I would recommend them over non-Apple brands.

    HEADS UP!
    "Thunderbolt" is a subject that carries much confusion. These are *NOT* the same as Mini Display Port cables, which are used to connect high-resolution monitors to computers. If you are unsure of the difference, do some research on "Thunderbolt and Mini Display Port" to understand the difference. It's confusing because the physical connectors of "Thunderbolt" and "Mini Display Port" cables are exactly the same, and have the same physical (i.e., size) specifications. But these two technologies perform different tasks and are NOT universally interchangeable. Research before you purchase so that you purchase only what you actually need.
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    Kai Chris
    4.0 out of 5 stars It works.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2024
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    bit much for a half meter cable but it works
    3 people found this helpful
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    Raphael Coleman
    5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly what I needed
    Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2022
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    I’m a DJ and I keep a backup MacBook with all the exact music on it (essentially a clone) from my main MacBook. A few months back my backup died on me so I had to go through the process of transferring all the music over once again. The main way I do this is via AirDrop. It works most of the time but at times some files for whatever reason aren’t able to be transferred this way. So I had to just only grab the stuff I absolutely needed and take the time when I had it to gradually transfer everything over. It got exhausting especially when I have 35K+ tracks to transfer. After a little research I found out you can do large data/files transfers via Thunderbolt. Once I got the Thunderbolt Bridge setup I simply went to my music folder pressed CMD + A and selected all my music then dragged it over. It transferred all my tracks to the new backup MacBook. The only caveat was that it took over 24 hours to complete (probably because of the 35K+ tracks) however I didn’t need to do anything. I just make sure that my Mac wouldn’t put the HD to sleep and it just transferred everything on it own. Aside from the time consumption it was a very easy process. All my files are on both now and I can confidently DJ knowing that my backup is ready to go when needed. I would say make sure you have free time or don’t need to use the Macs for a day or so if you need to do some massive file transfers. Worth every penny! Not an exaggeration!
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    Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars VERY SHORT CORD !!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2024
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    This is measured in meters. VERY SHORT CORD !! Had to return for longer one
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    C. Larson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly what I need for 27" Thunderbolt display
    Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2022
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    I have a Thunderbolt monitor, which even for the age works great and looks better than anything else out there. However, my Thunderbolt cable connection stopped working. I had looked at getting a new set of cables and taking apart the display and replacing it. I was watching videos on how to do that, when I came across a comment to just get a TB 2 male-to-male cable and plug into the TB port on the back of the display. Seemed much easy and cheaper, so gave it a try and it works perfectly! If you are daisy chaining other displays using the TB port, then this won't allow you to do that any more, but I just have the one display.
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    Luc breton
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
    Reviewed in Canada on November 7, 2023
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    excellent
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    Anil Bahl
    2.0 out of 5 stars Two Stars
    Reviewed in India on April 29, 2018
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    Thought it was C compatible, but was not
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    Fritz S.
    5.0 out of 5 stars ok item
    Reviewed in India on July 21, 2017
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    OK item
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    Mario Demers
    5.0 out of 5 stars It worked better than anticipated.
    Reviewed in Canada on June 1, 2023
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    It worked better than anticipated. Was used to access data on old laptop having lost video.
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    mrhud
    5.0 out of 5 stars As Advertised
    Reviewed in Canada on October 21, 2021
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    Did exactly what it said it would do. It is a little short, but I was working with 2 laptops moving files back and forth so no issue there. If I were working with 2 desktops it would have definitely required a longer cable.
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