UGREEN USB to 3.5mm Audio Jack Adapter with Mic, DAC and Braided Cable

Connecting a 3.5mm headset to a computer or gaming console with a USB-A port is the main job of this UGREEN audio adapter. It supports listening and microphone use, so one connection can handle game chat as well as audio.

The adapter is also described for headphones and speakers with a 3.5mm jack. Its built-in DAC chip and nylon-braided cable add practical details for everyday desk or gaming use.

Need a simple way to use a wired headset on a device with USB-A? This is a focused audio connection rather than a general-purpose hub, so the key decision is whether your equipment uses the ports it provides.

Specifications

• Name: USB to 3.5mm Jack Audio Adapter
• Type: USB-A audio adapter with microphone support
• Audio output: Stereo
• Maximum sample rate: 24-bit/96 kHz
• Signal-to-noise ratio: Listed at 95 dB
• Material: Nylon-braided cable
• Compatibility: Windows, Linux, Mac, PS5, PS4 and Switch are listed, specific system versions and devices vary in the product details

The USB-A connection links the adapter to a compatible computer or console, while its 3.5mm jack is for a headset, headphones or speaker. The inline control and microphone function are relevant if you want to talk during gaming rather than connect headphones for listening alone. A DAC chip is built in, with a stated maximum sampling rate of 24-bit/96 kHz, that figure describes the adapter’s stated capability, not a guarantee that every connected device or audio source will use it.

Best use cases

This adapter makes sense for a wired headset with a 3.5mm plug when the device you want to connect it to has USB-A. For example, it can provide a route for game audio and voice chat on a listed PS5 or PS4, or connect headphones to a compatible laptop. It is also listed for Switch, Mac and Linux devices, as well as Windows systems.

Compared with buying a headset that connects directly over USB, this approach lets you keep using a 3.5mm headset you already have. That is useful when the headset’s microphone matters, or when you want to connect a 3.5mm speaker instead. Worth considering if you need a compact adapter for those specific connections and want the cable’s braided sheath rather than a plain PVC covering.

The cable is described as having enameled copper wire, with the braid intended to help with tangling and everyday handling. The product details cite bend and insertion-withdrawal testing, but don’t specify a real-world lifespan. It may not suit you if your device lacks USB-A or your audio equipment doesn’t use a 3.5mm jack, those connections are central to how this adapter works.

Everyday use

For a laptop gaming session, connect the adapter to USB-A and plug a compatible headset into the 3.5mm jack to listen and use its microphone. The same setup may suit calls or music through wired headphones, while a 3.5mm speaker is another stated use. Compatibility is listed across several systems, but the details name particular devices and versions rather than confirming every computer or console configuration. Check that your intended device has USB-A and that your headset or speaker has the matching 3.5mm connection before choosing it.

Should you buy it?

Choose this UGREEN adapter if you want to keep using a 3.5mm headset, need microphone support for chat, and have a compatible USB-A device. Its appeal is the combination of listening and talking, a built-in DAC and a braided cable, not extra ports or a wireless connection. If you are choosing between an adapter and replacing your headset, this makes more sense when the existing wired headset is still the one you want to use. The stated compatibility and audio figures are useful selection points, but the product details don’t establish how every device will handle them.