USB-A to USB-C cable
It charges a USB-C phone, tablet or gadget from an older charger, computer or car port that has the flat USB-A socket.
See the Belkin USB-A to USB-C Braided Cable (1 m) on AmazonIs there one charger for both USB-C and USB-A devices?
Last checked November 14, 2026
Short answer
Yes. A wall charger with both a USB-C and a USB-A port charges a newer USB-C phone and an older USB-A cable or gadget at the same time.
Best matchWall charger with USB-C and USB-A ports
See the Belkin 42 W USB-C + USB-A Charger on AmazonHow to connect it
- Plug the USB-C phone into the USB-C port.
- Plug the older cable or gadget into the USB-A port.
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- When both ports are in use, the charger splits its power between them, so each device can charge more slowly.
- The USB-C port charges phones fastest. USB-A ports are slower.
- Most of these are made for phones, tablets and small gadgets. A laptop usually needs a stronger USB-C charger.
Other ways to do it
Instead of the USB-C and USB-A wall charger.
Questions people ask
Will both charge at full speed?
No. With both ports in use the charger splits its power, so each device can charge more slowly.
Can it charge a laptop?
Most of these are made for phones and small gadgets. A laptop usually needs a stronger USB-C charger.
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