Cables are used in everyday life to connect devices, charge them and transfer data. But not everyone knows that it is possible to influence the speed of data transmission, the speed of operation of devices and even their security.
For example, what can a low-quality cable give?
- Fast wear and heating of the cable itself.
- A cable made of materials that contain impurities or a different material altogether (for example, aluminum instead of copper) can lead to an increase in the resistivity of the conductor and, as a result, more energy is wasted on the device’s demand.
As a result, you spend more energy on the same activities. If in addition to this, a low-quality power supply unit without a current cut-off is used, it can cause damage to the cable.
- Another common problem with noname accessories is software incompatibility. It leads to a discrepancy between the supported charging protocols between the cable and the charger, which means that a poor-quality cable paired with a certified charger will not allow you to switch to the desired fast charging protocol (18w, 33w, etc.) and will only charge your device at 10w.
Perhaps from what you read, you might think that quality cables are only original, and therefore expensive. But this is not always the case.
What factors should be considered when buying a cable, and why should you choose quality?
- Quality of materials
It is best when manufacturers use the correct number and exact copper cores in the conductor. You should also pay attention to the connector that is used – it should also be made of quality materials, and the joint between the connector and the conductor should be made with the correct solder, which corresponds to the materials to be connected.
- Durability
Branded cables are usually made of stronger and more flexible materials, which ensures a long service life and avoids problems with connecting and switching devices.
Cheaper cables, on the other hand, tend to wear out quickly, leading to reduced performance and device issues.
- Compatibility
Branded cables are always tested for compatibility with the devices for which they are intended. This ensures that the cable will perform at a high level and will not damage the device.
Cheaper cables may not be compatible with certain devices, which may result in them not being compatible with each other at all.
- Warranty and support
Another advantage of branded cables. High-quality manufacturers usually offer a warranty on their cables, which means that if it fails within a certain period of time, it will be replaced free of charge.
Also, branded cable manufacturers usually provide usage and installation support, which can be helpful if you have trouble connecting.
- Cost
Branded cables are not always much more expensive than cheap cables. However, for the price, branded cables offer reliability, quality and durability, which can end up being cheaper than buying cheap cables with shorter lifespans.
When buying a cable, it is also important to make sure that it meets the requirements of assembly quality and safety. Contrary to popular opinion, not only a cable of the same brand as the smartphone itself can be considered original, but also any cable certified by the manufacturer. It is possible to find such in various stores at quite reasonable prices. It is only important to make sure that this is not another noname under the guise of a decent product.
What points should be considered when choosing a quality manufacturer?
- Good reputation of the seller and the time of his registration: in most cases, you should not trust a seller who appeared yesterday.
- A large number of purchases confirmed by reviews: usually dissatisfied customers do not hesitate to voice all the shortcomings of the purchased product.
- Availability of reviews about the product with photos: a completely “burnt” charger can sometimes be distinguished even by eye.
After all, even analogues of branded accessories have their own trademarks, reviews of which are easy to find on the Internet. Yes, they will cost not a penny, but are all of you ready to play roulette with electrical equipment of dubious quality, when the stake is not only money?
Use only high-quality products, reliability and safety are more expensive under any circumstances.
