USB-C to VGA Cables, Adapters, and Hubs
Stream to projectors, monitors, and more with ease using these USB-C to VGA Adapters
Keeping all your devices working together over time can often necessitate just the right cable to make two ends meet. While USB-C is a newer type of connection with growing popularity, many display solutions such as PC monitors, projectors, and more still utilize VGA inputs. A USB-C to VGA adapter is a simple solution that will make connection your USB-C devices to VGA inputs a breeze.
The difference between USB-C and VGA
USB-C is a relatively new industry-standard connector that has the benefit of transmitting both data and power simultaneously. Its growing popularity has seen USB-C become a staple among big players in the tech industry such as Apple, Google, Nintendo, and many more. As the simplest and most user-friendly iteration of USB yet (with an easy connection interface that many users love), it’s likely that USB-C will stick around for years to come.
VGA on the other hand has been around for quite some time. VGA stand for “Video Graphics Array”, and for a very long time VGA was the standard monitor or display interface for most personal computers. VGA ports can still regularly be found on everything from PC monitors and laptops to projectors and even television sets.
When to use a USB-C to VGA adapter
A USB-C to VGA adapter can be extremely useful when connecting a newer USB-C device such as a cell phone or laptop to a larger display solution such as a monitor or projector. While a growing number of consumers now possess a newer USB-C compatible device on which they can download, view, and stream a variety of content, many of the larger displays in their homes still lack USB-C compatibility. This makes a USB-C to VGA adapter a handy tool for bridging the gap between these two formats.
Types of USB-C to VGA adapters
A typical USB-C to VGA adapter will feature a short length of cable with a male USB-C plug at one end and a female VGA port at the other. Users can connect an existing VGA cable to the adapter to complete the connection between their USB-C device and their VGA-compatible display.
A USB-C to VGA hub is another potential solution. A multiport hub may feature a number of different types of inputs in addition to VGA, such as HDMI or USB for example. This can create additional versatility in the types of displays that you can connect to your USB-C compatible devices.