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Cygnett USB-C to SD Micro SD Adapter
CY5393CYHUB
$39
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Product Overview
Key Features
- High-speed data transfer
- Lightweight & portable
- 15cm cable length
- Includes integrated USB-A to USB-A adapter
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Cygnett
- Model Number:
- CY5393CYHUB
- Connection Type:
- USB-C
- Connections:
- 1x SD (104Mbps), 1x Micro SD (104Mbps)
- Type:
- Card Reader
General Information
- Colour:
- Black
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
General Information
- Colour:
- Black
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 160
- Box Width (mm):
- 105
- Box Depth (mm):
- 25
- Box Weight (kg):
- 0
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At a glance
The Cygnett USB-C to SD Micro SD Adapter is a compact card reader for moving photos, videos and documents between SD or microSD cards and USB-C devices. It suits students, travellers and everyday users who want simple file transfers with added USB-A compatibility. Key strengths are dual card support, portability and up to 104Mbps speeds. Its main limitation is that it is a specialised card adapter, not a full multi-port hub.
What it’s great for
- Photo Transfers
- File Backups
- Everyday Productivity
- Content Import
- Travel Computing
Where it works best
- Home Office
- Study Desk
- Shared Workspace
- Travel
- On-the-go Editing
Who it’s for
- University Student
- Everyday Professional
- Traveller
- Photographer
- Tablet User
Things to consider
This is best for card reading and file transfer rather than broad port expansion, so users needing HDMI, Ethernet or multiple USB data ports may prefer a more advanced hub.
Multi-device compatibility
Works with USB-C devices and USB-A devices via the integrated adapter; supports SD and microSD cards.
Desk clutter reduction score
7/10 - compact single-purpose adapter with a short 15cm cable that is easy to keep tidy.
Work-from-home suitability
8/10 - useful for importing documents, photos and media at a home desk, but it does not add wider desktop ports.
Port expansion rating
4/10 - adds SD and microSD access rather than broad connectivity like HDMI, Ethernet or multiple USB ports.
Travel friendliness
9/10 - lightweight, compact and easy to pack for mobile work, study or content transfer on the go.
Key benefits
- Dual card slots: Read from SD and microSD cards in one compact adapter for easier media and document transfers.
- Up to 104mbps transfer speed: Move compatible files quickly at up to 104Mbps, helping reduce waiting time during everyday transfers.
- Usb-c and usb-a compatibility: Use it with newer USB-C devices and older USB-A devices via the integrated adapter.
- 15cm cable length: Gives flexible placement on a desk and helps reduce strain around tightly spaced ports.
- Lightweight portable design: Easy to carry in a bag or laptop sleeve for travel, study or hybrid work.
- Direct microsd insertion: Lets you insert microSD cards without needing a full-size SD sleeve.
Q: Will this Cygnett USB-C adapter work with a phone or tablet as well as a laptop?
A: Yes, if the device has a USB-C port that supports data transfer and external storage access. It is suited to USB-C phones, tablets and laptops, but not Lightning-only devices, and some phones may need file access or OTG support enabled.
Q: Can this adapter use both SD and microSD cards?
A: Yes, it is designed for the two common camera and mobile card formats, SD and microSD. That gives flexibility if you move files between devices, but do not assume both slots can be read at the same time unless that is stated for this model.
Q: Is this adapter suitable for transferring photos from a camera card to a USB-C device?
A: Yes, that is one of the main uses for this type of adapter. It is handy for moving photos or video from an SD or microSD card to a USB-C laptop, tablet or phone, though actual transfer speed depends on the card and the host device as well.
Q: Will this Cygnett adapter make my SD or microSD card transfer faster?
A: No, not by itself. Transfer speed is limited by the slowest part of the chain, usually the memory card, the USB-C port on the device, or the reader standard, so a fast card will not reach full speed if the host device is the bottleneck.
Q: Do microSD cards need a full-size SD sleeve to fit this adapter?
A: No, a USB-C adapter that supports both SD and microSD is intended to take each card type directly. That is more convenient than using a separate SD sleeve, especially if you are moving footage from drones, action cameras or phones.