UGREEN USB-C to USB-A adapter, 10Gbps
Product description
If your newer laptop or tablet has USB-C ports but your everyday accessories still use USB-A, connecting a drive or cable can become a small but recurring hassle. This four-pack of UGREEN adapters bridges that gap, with a USB-C male connector and USB-A female port for each one.
Keep one in your computer bag and another near your desk, the compact metal design is made for quick, direct connections.
Getting the most from it
Use an adapter to connect a USB-A accessory to a compatible USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 device, without installing drivers. For example, you could plug a USB-A storage device into a compatible laptop to move a large video file, then leave another adapter in your bag for a tablet or phone. The slim profile is intended to leave nearby ports accessible, which is useful when a laptop’s connections sit close together.
The stated data rate is up to 10Gbps, but that depends on the connected devices supporting that speed and on using a data cable no longer than 1m. The adapter won’t make a slower drive, cable or host transfer faster. It also supports charging at up to 2A, so it can be handy for basic charging, though the listing doesn’t give a higher-wattage charging figure.
Why it’s worth it
The four-pack is practical if you regularly switch between USB-A accessories and newer USB-C hardware: you can leave adapters where they’re most useful instead of carrying a single one everywhere. Its aluminium-alloy shell and metal connectors give it a more substantial build than a bare plastic dongle, while its small size makes it easy to store.
UGREEN says the adapters have been tested for more than 10,000 plug-in and unplug cycles. That suggests durability is a design priority, but it doesn’t change the main trade-off: each adapter converts one port and doesn’t provide extra ports or a cable. If you prioritise a pocket-sized connection for one USB-A device, this format keeps things simple, if you prefer a hub for several devices at once, a multi-port option would be more suitable. It suits you if you need a few small adapters for compatible devices. It isn’t worth it if your accessories are already USB-C or you need to connect several at the same time.
At a glance
- Type: USB-C male to USB-A female adapter
- Pack: Four adapters
- Data transfer: Up to 10Gbps, subject to device and cable support
- Charging: Supports 2A charging
- Material: Aluminium-alloy housing with metal connectors
- Dimensions: 17.6 × 14.6 × 7.2 mm
- Compatibility listed: USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 laptops and tablets, OTG phones, iPhone 17 and 16, MacBook Pro, iPad, Mac mini and Galaxy S24, S23 and S22
For OTG phones, the listing specifies compatibility with cases up to 2mm thick. Compatibility still depends on the particular device and its USB support, the adapter alone can’t guarantee a 10Gbps connection. Given its design, the strongest use case is bridging older USB-A accessories to newer USB-C ports, not expanding a workspace with multiple connections.
When to choose it
Choose this set if you have USB-A accessories you still use and want small adapters for more than one location, or to keep as spares. It may also suit travel when a compact connector matters more than carrying a hub. Skip it if you need extra ports, rely on a cable longer than 1m for the listed top data rate, or need charging specifications beyond the stated 2A. Before choosing, check that your device supports the connection you need and that your phone case fits the listed OTG clearance.