{"product":{"product_id":"B01MZIPYPY","title":"Anker USB C Cable, Powerline USB 3.0 to USB C Charger Cable (10ft) with 56k Ohm Pull-up Resistor for Samsung Galaxy Note 8, S8, S8+, S9, Oculus Quest, Sony XZ, LG V20 G5 G6, HTC 10 and More","price":"18.99","image_url":"https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41tfmu9f-YL._SL500_.jpg","url":"https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MZIPYPY"},"comments":[{"body":"Anker cables are great, but [their 10 foot charger cables](https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Powerline-Pull-up-Resistor-MacBook/dp/B01MZIPYPY/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=10+foot+usb+c+anker\u0026amp;qid=1561123579\u0026amp;s=gateway\u0026amp;sr=8-2) are no where near $40-50. I want to know what product /u/DirkNowitzkisWife was referring to.","subreddit_name":"LifeProTips","author":"SubmersibleGoat"},{"body":"My Oculus Link cable arrived this afternoon. I haven't connected it yet, but I thought I'd post some photos and information that compares it to the previously-recommended [Anker Powerline USB C to USB 3.0 Cable (10ft)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MZIPYPY/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_rTvbEbV7CTW8S).\r\n\r\nThe Link cable measures 201.5 inches (16.8 feet) from end to end and weighs 220g. That's ~~.92g~~ **1.09g** per inch.\r\n\r\nThe Anker cable measures 121.5 inches (10.1 feet) from end to end and weighs 154g. That's ~~.79g~~ **1.27g** per inch.\r\n\r\nAs you can see in one of the photos, the Link cable is slightly thinner than the Anker cable, and you can tell when you hold both in your hands.\r\n\r\nWhile the Link cable is heavier (per inch), it feels the same as the Anker when you hold both cables. I had my wife do the same test, and she agrees. They might as well be identical.\r\n\r\nThe Link cable is definitely more flexible than the Anker cable. Whether it's the width that makes the difference or the material itself, it's easy to imagine the Link cable being a better HMD-connected experience.","subreddit_name":"OculusQuest","author":"CalliGuy"},{"body":"There's an anker cable they recommend by name on their site. I got it on Amazon and it works great. \r\n\r\nBut honestly the small upgrade in visual fidelity isn't worth being tethered. \r\n\r\nAnker USB C Cable, Powerline USB... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MZIPYPY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share","subreddit_name":"OculusQuest2","author":"BagFullOfSharts"},{"body":"Oculus Link allows you to connect your Quest to your PC via any USB port. You don't need a USB-C or HDMI or DisplayPort or anything like that. Just buy a USB-C to USB 3.0 cable and that's literally all you need. Oculus itself recommends [this third-party cable](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MZIPYPY/) but just about any cable is an option. I've used a junk cable with a micro-USB to USB-C adapter and even that works. \r\n\r\nOr just play through Virtual Desktop. You literally don't even *need* to be physically connected to your computer to play PCVR through your Quest. It sounds like you haven't done a lot of research if this information was unknown to you.","subreddit_name":"Games","author":"_Valisk"},{"body":"The flaws are it's on a cable and that can trip people up. That's not a metaphor: It can actually trip you. That's really about it.\r\n\r\nIf your wireless virtual desktop solution is set up in a perfect scenario, you'll have less latency than the Cable Route. But A) The Cable Route doesn't have much latency to begin with so outside of maybe some thing like Beat Saber it truly doesn't matter, and B) If you live in something like an apartment building or a dense neighbourhood, the perfect scenario just ain't happening.\r\n\r\nYou want the easiest route?\r\n\r\nGrab your Quest 2. Grab [this cable](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MZIPYPY/) or something equivalent in the appropriate length, and install the Oculus program on your computer. Boot up the program, plug in the cable, and you're literally done.","subreddit_name":"VRchat","author":"Triddy"},{"body":"Dunno why you're getting downvoted bud, some people can be weirdly toxic here. Any USB 3.0 type C cable will do, even if it's USB A to USB C. Here's an Anker one for you to look at, you'll want the 10Ft one.\r\n\r\nhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01MZIPYPY/ref=ppx\\_yo\\_dt\\_b\\_search\\_asin\\_title?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;psc=1","subreddit_name":"oculus","author":"DucksNowhere"},{"body":"Literally any USB-C \u0026lt;-\u0026gt; USB-A 3.0 Cable will work. You might even have one around your house already that will do the trick.\r\n\r\n[Here is the one I use](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MZIPYPY/) It's $20 and works fine for my Quest 2, but Facebook says on their own website it should work for the Quest 1 as well.","subreddit_name":"VRchat","author":"Triddy"},{"body":"\u0026gt;Good wifi or an expensive USB-C cable\r\n\r\nI disagree with the \"Expensive\" cable part. I use [this](https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Powerline-Pull-up-Resistor-Samsung/dp/B01MZIPYPY/ref=sr_1_5?crid=37T95QESUCAZ6\u0026amp;keywords=anker%2Busb%2Bc%2Bto%2Busb%2Ba\u0026amp;qid=1671716270\u0026amp;sprefix=anker%2Busb%2Bc%2Bto%2Busb%2Ba%2Caps%2C80\u0026amp;sr=8-5\u0026amp;th=1) one and I've had no issues at all.","subreddit_name":"OculusQuest","author":"kcalderw"},{"body":"There is no real TLDR as it's based on your needs, but this cable worked great for me. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MZIPYPY/\r\n\r\nOverall you will have a smoother and clearer experience with the cable, but I mostly do sitting PCVR games though.. If you value moving around freely then both Air Link and VD are great solutions, but need a great wireless network and a network cable plugged into the PC directly (that part is necessary and not optional)\r\n\r\nYou can also mess with various settings for clarity of the image in the Oculus Debug tool if you look it up.","subreddit_name":"oculus","author":"buckjohnston"},{"body":"It's USB-C to USB-A, not C to C, but I use [This exact cable](https://www.amazon.ca/Anker-Powerline-Pull-up-Resistor-MacBook/dp/B01MZIPYPY/ref=asc_df_B01MZIPYPY/?tag=googlemobshop-20\u0026amp;linkCode=df0\u0026amp;hvadid=312670562120\u0026amp;hvpos=\u0026amp;hvnetw=g\u0026amp;hvrand=11091181951045338104\u0026amp;hvpone=\u0026amp;hvptwo=\u0026amp;hvqmt=\u0026amp;hvdev=m\u0026amp;hvdvcmdl=\u0026amp;hvlocint=\u0026amp;hvlocphy=9001532\u0026amp;hvtargid=pla-350008603871\u0026amp;psc=1) and get the same results. 2 to 2.5 Standalone, 6 to 8 wired Link.\r\n\r\nThis cable was advertised as a tested alternative on the Quest 2 website itself at one point.","subreddit_name":"VRchat","author":"Triddy"},{"body":"While I haven't used my Quest 2 for Warthunder, I can answer some of these. Keyboard and mouse, yes. Difficult to set up, no not really and it would be worth it if you like the idea of being able to actually look around instead of holding C every time. Graphics are going to be lacking, mainly because of the fresnel lenses that are used in the headset creating \"God Rings\" and partially blurring the pixels. Connecting to the PC is uh... Not fun. You'll need a link cable that can run from $20-$80, and then an app on Steam called \"Virtual Desktop,\" and that makes it not matter if you use the Steam client or Gaijin's because it streams your entire desktop to the headset. Here's the cable I got, it's nice because the velcro strip it comes with is just the right size to hold the cable to the headstrap so it doesn't come unplugged. If you encounter sound issues, unplug the headset and plug it back in, then reconnect to Virtual Desktop. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MZIPYPY/ref=ppx\\_yo\\_dt\\_b\\_asin\\_title\\_o01\\_s00?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;th=1","subreddit_name":"Warthunder","author":"Sashi_Summer"},{"body":"Hello there, thats a good question!\r\n\r\nIt is possible to use Link with a third party USB-C cable, but cables can vary in terms of speed and performance. So, if you choose to use a third party cable, make sure it has a transfer speed of at least 5 Gbps. \r\n\r\nAnother important factor of the cable is the length. To not get too limited in movement, we recommend a cable of at least 10ft.\r\n\r\nWe have tested the Anker cable internally with good results. [Here you can find the cable in question](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MZIPYPY/?th=1) \r\n\r\nHave fun exploring VR ☺️","subreddit_name":"OculusQuest","author":"MetaQuestSupport"},{"body":"I think it has an optical cable internally with conversion electronics at each end. You won't necessarily get faster data rates, but the latency is a lot lower. I have this cable and get a 3gb connection and only 2gb on the official one.\r\n\r\nAnker USB C Cable, Powerline USB... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01MZIPYPY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share","subreddit_name":"OculusQuest","author":"fuzzfeatures"},{"body":"If you're uncertain, this is the one I use. Not had any issues\r\n\r\nAnker USB C Cable, Powerline USB 3.0 to USB C Charger Cable (10ft) with 56k Ohm Pull-up Resistor for Samsung Galaxy Note 8, S8, S8+, S9, Oculus Quest, Sony XZ, LG V20 G5 G6, HTC 10 and More https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01MZIPYPY/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_gl_i_RSP3EW7ZRYPCWK033ZEF?_encoding=UTF8\u0026amp;psc=1","subreddit_name":"oculus","author":"petesmart"},{"body":"I use the Anker cable that oculus actually recommended before they brought out their own and it's great.\r\n\r\nhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Anker-PowerLine-Pull-up-Resistor-Devices-Black/dp/B01MZIPYPY/ref=asc_df_B01MZIPYPY/?tag=googshopuk-21\u0026amp;linkCode=df0\u0026amp;hvadid=309947853784\u0026amp;hvpos=\u0026amp;hvnetw=g\u0026amp;hvrand=8827724085729337441\u0026amp;hvpone=\u0026amp;hvptwo=\u0026amp;hvqmt=\u0026amp;hvdev=m\u0026amp;hvdvcmdl=\u0026amp;hvlocint=\u0026amp;hvlocphy=1007345\u0026amp;hvtargid=pla-350008603871\u0026amp;psc=1","subreddit_name":"oculus","author":"ATSgeoff"}]}