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A new video introduces Apple’s new Thunderbolt 4 Pro cables, giving viewers an idea of the premium components in their designs.
When Apple introduced the Mac Studio and Studio Display in March, they quietly introduced new Thunderbolt 4 Pro cables. The new cable is 1.8 meters long and costs $129, with data transfer speeds up to 40Gb/s and charging power up to 100W.
ChargerLAB’s new teardown video highlights the premium materials and constructions that make the cables.
The cable is a coaxial cable with 19 wires. Six of the wires are tinned copper wires that provide power. Additionally, both cables support USB 2.0 transmission, making the cable backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 3, USB 3 and USB2. Many wires are plated with silver and copper.
The connector itself also features quality components contained in a durable brass housing. Each connector also has 24 gold-plated pins.
Inside the connector is an Intel chip for signal reconstruction and signal jitter reduction. The outside of the cable is wrapped in a waterproof and dustproof braided outer layer, which increases the durability of the cable.
ChargerLAB notes that the cable performs very well, but may not be useful to standard customers who are willing to use a cheaper alternative. A functional 1.8M Thunderbolt 4 cable is priced as low as $40, albeit minus some of Apple’s design and materials.
However, for creatives working with large amounts of data, ChargerLAB says it may be the best option currently available.
