SANJINZY Thunderbolt 5

The SANJINZY Thunderbolt 5 cable is a Kickstarter project built around a simple premise: one cable for Type-C devices that covers power, data and display duties. According to the maker, it supports up to 240W charging, up to 80Gbps data transfer and output to 16K displays, and it is described as USB 5 compatible.

What the maker claims

• Power Delivery (PD) up to 240W, intended for everything from smartphones to laptops, with compatibility for low-power devices as well
• Data transfer of up to 80Gbps, aimed at moving high-resolution video and large files
• Display output up to 16K, with compatibility for 8K, 4K, 2K and 1080p
• An outer jacket made of 64 braided 0.1mm strands for flexibility and durability

The maker positions the 80Gbps figure as useful for data-heavy work such as video editing, where large transfers can otherwise slow a workflow. On the display side, the claimed range runs from standard monitors up to ultra-high-resolution panels.

Design approach

SANJINZY says the braided construction lets the cable hold its shape when bent or twisted. The design deliberately leaves out magnetic connectors and multiple interfaces, which the maker frames as a way to focus on stable charging, transfer and display performance.

The intended audience, per the campaign, is anyone juggling several devices, from business users to creators, who wants fewer cables between machines.