Anker's new USB-C cables are everything I'd want from a cable | ZDNET

'ZDNET Recommends': What exactly does it mean?

ZDNET's recommendations are based on many hours of testing, research, and comparison shopping. We gather data from the best available sources, including vendor and retailer listings as well as other relevant and independent reviews sites. And we pore over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the products and services we’re assessing.

When you click through from our site to a retailer and buy a product or service, we may earn affiliate commissions. This helps support our work, but does not affect what we cover or how, and it does not affect the price you pay. Neither ZDNET nor the author are compensated for these independent reviews. Indeed, we follow strict guidelines that ensure our editorial content is never influenced by advertisers.

ZDNET's editorial team writes on behalf of you, our reader. Our goal is to deliver the most accurate information and the most knowledgeable advice possible in order to help you make smarter buying decisions on tech gear and a wide array of products and services. Our editors thoroughly review and fact-check every article to ensure that our content meets the highest standards. If we have made an error or published misleading information, we will correct or clarify the article. If you see inaccuracies in our content, please report the mistake via this form.

Anker USB-C to USB-C PowerLine III cables.

On the hunt for a USB-C cable? Look no further than Anker's latest and greatest USB-C cables -- because not all cables are created equal! These beauties deliver everything you desire from a cable.

Anker has unveiled two shiny new USB-C to USB-C PowerLine III cables. Coming in 3 ft (90 cm) and 6 ft (180 cm) lengths, they feature a soft, tangle-free silicone finish that's as stylish as it is functional. These cables are rigorously tested to withstand an impressive 25,000 bends, boast a blazing data rate of 480 Mbps, and are equipped with a built-in E-Mark chip which means that it is capable of delivering a whopping 240W of power!

Also: The best power banks you can buy: Expert tested

Pro Tip: To harness this incredible power, you'll need compatible chargers and devices that can actually draw it. For most users, the most power-hungry device will be a laptop -- a MacBook Pro, for example, can pull 140W of power.

Need a cable to charge your phone? This is it. Looking for something you can roll up and toss in your pocket? Look no further. Need to connect your PC to a printer, 3D printer, or any other peripheral? You guessed it -- this cable has you covered.!

I've been an avid user of Anker cables for years, and I'm a huge fan of their 60W and 100W silicone Flow cables. They're incredibly durable, won't turn into a tangled mess, and can handle years of use without breaking a sweat.

Plus, these cables come with Anker's 18-month warranty, so you can buy them with confidence.

Also: This tiny USB-C accessory has a game-changing magnetic feature (and it's 30% off)

Rest assured, I'm snagging a few of these in both lengths.

Now, you might wonder whether anyone really needs a 240W USB-C cable. Unless you own a device that can utilize that much power -- something like the Realme GT NEO 5 -- the answer is probably no. However, investing in this cable is a smart way to future-proof your tech collection. Considering these cables are priced between $17 and $19 (yes, just an extra $2 for an additional yard of cable), you're getting incredible value for a product that will last for years.