Surface nylon charger cable

The old charger 'popped' and stopped working. This is a very good replacement. Same size as original connector and works with USB C plugs.

Review haiku —— It worked just two times || Then would not charge my device || Disappointing thing || _____ Full review The cable looks nice enough, until you realise like most other inexpensive cables the end isn’t secured and the plastic bit slides around. I used it to charge my surface pro 4. It worked fine twice and the third time it failed. No indication of powering the surface in any way whatsoever and I can confirm the surface and charger are both in working order with other cables and devices. The cable shows no outward trouble except the token cheap plastic sleeve slide and it was never stretched (magnetic attachment so that’s not really possible). I ordered the shorter one and ended up having to use an extension lead (does not work even without that extension to be clear and the extension lead works with multiple other devices and this twice) - I’d suggest if you are getting a cable like this you got with another brand and get a longer one.

I bought this so I didn't have to lug another brick around in my work bag and I must say it's performing well. Just have a nice compact USB wall plug (minimum of 45w as that matches the lowest Surface power brick) and off you go. Cheap and effective, and out of the 3 surface devices I've had so far, absolutely no issues on charging any of them. This is a braided cable, but the feel can be a little cheap in the hand, gotta be honest with that, but I only use it for my work laptop mainly, so I'm not really bothered.

This is a good cable and does charge a Surface, PROVIDED you plug it into a suitable USB-C port. I've seen countless reviews on here that complain that the cable doesn't work, when they clearly haven't read the product description. It says in the description, "Requirement: 15V3A is Must This Surface charging cable requires an USB-C charger or charging bank which support 45W (or more) and 15V3A output. Doublecheck your USBC charger to ensure that it lists "15V/3A" in the specifications." If you don't plug it into a USB-C port that is capable of 15v 3a, then it wont work. it's as simple as that, and its not because the item is faulty, its because the port is not powerful enough. I've even seen a review from someone complaining that it wouldn't charge his Surface pro 3 from the USB port in his van, even though he bought an adaptor (presumably a USB-A to USB-C adaptor) for it. Well of course it wont work. The USB port in your van is not going to provide anywhere near enough power. You will get no more than 5v at 1amp from that port. More likely only half an amp. It would be like replacing the 12v battery in your van with a AA battery and expecting the van to start. It's just not going to happen. Its definitely NOT a faulty cable. You need to buy a dedicated Surface Car Charger (£16.99 here on Amazon) that plugs into the cigarette lighter socket. Having said all that, my cable did develop a loose connection at the plug end within a couple of months of buying it. Meaning I now have to wiggle the cable to find just the right angle to make the connection and charge the surface. So perhaps not as durable as it could be. But still, for the price I paid, its still pretty good value.

This cable allows me to charge my Surface laptop using my 100W USB-C charger, eliminating the need to carry the original Surface charger in my laptop bag. It is magnetic, so it stays securely connected and doesn’t fall out like other cables. The nylon braided design is durable, so doesn't feel like the wires are being strained. The 6ft length provides plenty of reach. At ~£5, it is a bargain in my opinion.

With the half term I left my charger at work so needed a quick way to get power to my surface. I gave a fast charger in the car too so great to use in the car to and from clients and office. Defiantly got me out of a pinch. The charging ability is very good and very fast too(I know the power of the brick plays a part), I love the braided cable, all my cables are braided as they are much more durable and will last a long time. very good value for money.

When it worked it worked absolutely fine however after just over 3 months of occasional and light use it no longer works, it seems there is a break somewhere in the cable since it works in some positions but not others. Instantly trips the current protection on my power bank and does not charge my device.

Is as advertised and does what is expected.