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iPhone Cables
![Original 100W USB-C Power Delivery Cable - 2 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2160-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696849 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2160-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696849 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2160-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696849 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2160-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696849 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2160-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696849 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2160-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696849 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2160-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696849 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2160-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696849 1280w)
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CX2160
Original 100W USB-C Power Delivery Cable - 2 meter
100W USB-C PD
€34,95
This 100W Xtorm Original USB-C PD Cable is designed to be the perfect every-day charging cable for your laptop. It supports the next generation of Power Delivery - PD 3.1 with 100W Extended Power Range (EPR). This means that no matter which device you want to charge, you will always have access to maximum power!140W Next Gen Power DeliveryTo power the next generation of laptops, we have developed a USB-C PD cable that supports up to 100W of power. This is made possible thanks to the implementation of PD 3.1, with Extended Power Range (EPR) support of 100W.Durable & StrongThe use of braided nylon not only reinforces the cable, but also ensures its flexibility over long periods of time. The connectors feature a unique metal housing, specially designed with a U-shaped cut out that allows the cable to bend and move more freely.
![Original 240W USB-C Power Delivery Cable - 2 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2170-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696858 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2170-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696858 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2170-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696858 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2170-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696858 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2170-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696858 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2170-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696858 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2170-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696858 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2170-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696858 1280w)
![Original 240W USB-C Power Delivery Cable - 2 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2171-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696861 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2171-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696861 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2171-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696861 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2171-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696861 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2171-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696861 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2171-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696861 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2171-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696861 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2171-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696861 1280w)
CX2170
Original 240W USB-C Power Delivery Cable - 2 meter
240W USB-C PD
€19,95 - €44,95
This 240W Xtorm Original USB-C PD Cable is designed to be the perfect every-day charging cable for your laptop. It supports the next generation of Power Delivery - PD 3.1 with 240W Extended Power Range (EPR). This means that no matter which device you want to charge, you will always have access to maximum power!240W Next Gen Power DeliveryTo power the next generation of laptops, we have developed a USB-C PD cable that supports up to 240W of power. This is made possible thanks to the implementation of PD 3.1, with Extended Power Range (EPR) support of 240W.Durable & StrongThe use of braided nylon not only reinforces the cable, but also ensures its flexibility over long periods of time. The connectors feature a unique metal housing, specially designed with a U-shaped cut out that allows the cable to bend and move more freely.
![Original USB to Lightning Cable - 1 meter - Xtorm EU](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-748971_375x.jpg?v=1719490119 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-748971_410x.jpg?v=1719490119 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-748971_520x.jpg?v=1719490119 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-748971_576x.jpg?v=1719490119 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-748971_768x.jpg?v=1719490119 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-748971_992x.jpg?v=1719490119 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-748971_1024x.jpg?v=1719490119 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-748971_1280x.jpg?v=1719490119 1280w)
![Original USB to Lightning Cable - 1 meter - Xtorm EU](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-634662_375x.jpg?v=1719490119 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-634662_410x.jpg?v=1719490119 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-634662_520x.jpg?v=1719490119 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-634662_576x.jpg?v=1719490119 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-634662_768x.jpg?v=1719490119 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-634662_992x.jpg?v=1719490119 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-634662_1024x.jpg?v=1719490119 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/original-usb-to-lightning-cable-1-meter-634662_1280x.jpg?v=1719490119 1280w)
CX2010
Original USB to Lightning Cable - 1 meter
12W USB to Lightning
€23,95
This Xtorm Original Cable is designed to be the perfect every-day cable. Powerful fast charging and reliable data transfer are combined with durable features that make this cable able to withstand the wear and tear caused by daily use.Strong and durable featuresThe use of braided nylon not only reinforces the cable, but also ensures its flexibility over long periods of time. The connectors feature a unique metal housing, specially designed with a U-shaped cut out that allows the cable to bend and move more freely.
![Original USB to Lightning Cable - 3 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2020-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696779 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2020-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696779 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2020-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696779 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2020-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696779 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2020-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696779 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2020-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696779 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2020-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696779 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2020-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696779 1280w)
![Original USB to Lightning Cable - 3 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2021-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696780 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2021-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696780 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2021-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696780 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2021-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696780 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2021-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696780 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2021-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696780 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2021-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696780 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2021-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696780 1280w)
CX2020
Original USB to Lightning Cable - 3 meter
12W USB to Lightning
€29,95
This Xtorm Original Cable is designed to be the perfect every-day cable. Powerful fast charging and reliable data transfer are combined with durable features that make this cable able to withstand the wear and tear caused by daily use.Strong and durable featuresThe use of braided nylon not only reinforces the cable, but also ensures its flexibility over long periods of time. The connectors feature a unique metal housing, specially designed with a U-shaped cut out that allows the cable to bend and move more freely.
![Original USB to USB-C Cable - 1 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2050-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696892 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2050-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696892 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2050-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696892 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2050-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696892 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2050-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696892 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2050-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696892 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2050-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696892 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2050-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696892 1280w)
![Original USB to USB-C Cable - 1 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2051-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696892 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2051-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696892 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2051-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696892 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2051-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696892 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2051-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696892 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2051-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696892 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2051-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696892 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2051-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696892 1280w)
CX2050
Original USB to USB-C Cable - 1 meter
60W USB to USB-C
€19,95
This Xtorm Original Cable is designed to be the perfect every-day cable. Powerful fast charging and reliable data transfer are combined with durable features that make this cable able to withstand the wear and tear caused by daily use.Strong and durable featuresThe use of braided nylon not only reinforces the cable, but also ensures its flexibility over long periods of time. The connectors feature a unique metal housing, specially designed with a U-shaped cut out that allows the cable to bend and move more freely.
![Original USB to USB-C Cable - 3 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2060-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696808 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2060-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696808 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2060-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696808 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2060-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696808 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2060-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696808 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2060-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696808 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2060-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696808 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2060-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696808 1280w)
![Original USB to USB-C Cable - 3 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2061-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696809 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2061-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696809 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2061-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696809 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2061-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696809 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2061-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696809 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2061-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696809 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2061-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696809 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2061-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696809 1280w)
CX2060
Original USB to USB-C Cable - 3 meter
USB to USB-C
€24,95
This Xtorm Original Cable is designed to be the perfect every-day cable. Powerful fast charging and reliable data transfer are combined with durable features that make this cable able to withstand the wear and tear caused by daily use.Strong and durable featuresThe use of braided nylon not only reinforces the cable, but also ensures its flexibility over long periods of time. The connectors feature a unique metal housing, specially designed with a U-shaped cut out that allows the cable to bend and move more freely.
![Original USB-C Power Delivery Cable - 1 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2070-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696822 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2070-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696822 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2070-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696822 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2070-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696822 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2070-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696822 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2070-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696822 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2070-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696822 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2070-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696822 1280w)
![Original USB-C Power Delivery Cable - 1 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2071-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696822 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2071-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696822 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2071-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696822 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2071-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696822 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2071-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696822 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2071-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696822 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2071-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696822 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2071-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696822 1280w)
CX2070
Original USB-C Power Delivery Cable - 1 meter
100W USB-C PD
€24,95
This Xtorm Original Cable is designed to be the perfect every-day cable. Powerful fast charging and reliable data transfer are combined with durable features that make this cable able to withstand the wear and tear caused by daily use.Strong and durable featuresThe use of braided nylon not only reinforces the cable, but also ensures its flexibility over long periods of time. The connectors feature a unique metal housing, specially designed with a U-shaped cut out that allows the cable to bend and move more freely.
![Original USB-C Power Delivery Cable - 2 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2080-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696834 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2080-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696834 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2080-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696834 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2080-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696834 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2080-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696834 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2080-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696834 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2080-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696834 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2080-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696834 1280w)
![Original USB-C Power Delivery Cable - 2 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2081-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696834 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2081-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696834 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2081-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696834 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2081-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696834 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2081-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696834 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2081-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696834 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2081-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696834 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2081-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696834 1280w)
CX2080
Original USB-C Power Delivery Cable - 2 meter
100W USB-C PD
€29,95
This Xtorm Original Cable is designed to be the perfect every-day cable. Powerful fast charging and reliable data transfer are combined with durable features that make this cable able to withstand the wear and tear caused by daily use.Strong and durable featuresThe use of braided nylon not only reinforces the cable, but also ensures its flexibility over long periods of time. The connectors feature a unique metal housing, specially designed with a U-shaped cut out that allows the cable to bend and move more freely.
![Original USB-C to Lightning Cable - 1 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2030-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696872 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2030-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696872 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2030-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696872 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2030-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696872 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2030-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696872 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2030-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696872 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2030-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696872 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2030-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696872 1280w)
![Original USB-C to Lightning Cable - 1 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2031-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696875 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2031-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696875 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2031-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696875 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2031-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696875 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2031-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696875 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2031-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696875 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2031-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696875 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2031-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696875 1280w)
CX2030
Original USB-C to Lightning Cable - 1 meter
60W USB-C to Lightning
€29,95
This Xtorm Original Cable is designed to be the perfect every-day cable. Powerful fast charging and reliable data transfer are combined with durable features that make this cable able to withstand the wear and tear caused by daily use.Strong and durable featuresThe use of braided nylon not only reinforces the cable, but also ensures its flexibility over long periods of time. The connectors feature a unique metal housing, specially designed with a U-shaped cut out that allows the cable to bend and move more freely.
![Original USB-C to Lightning Cable - 3 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2040-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696795 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2040-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696795 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2040-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696795 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2040-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696795 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2040-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696795 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2040-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696795 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2040-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696795 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/CX2040-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696795 1280w)
![Original USB-C to Lightning Cable - 3 meter](http://www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2041-3_375x.jpg?v=1719696793 375w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2041-3_410x.jpg?v=1719696793 410w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2041-3_520x.jpg?v=1719696793 520w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2041-3_576x.jpg?v=1719696793 576w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2041-3_768x.jpg?v=1719696793 768w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2041-3_992x.jpg?v=1719696793 992w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2041-3_1024x.jpg?v=1719696793 1024w,//www.xtorm.eu/cdn/shop/files/cx2041-3_1280x.jpg?v=1719696793 1280w)
CX2040
Original USB-C to Lightning Cable - 3 meter
60W USB-C to Lightning
€34,95
This Xtorm Original Cable is designed to be the perfect every-day cable. Powerful fast charging and reliable data transfer are combined with durable features that make this cable able to withstand the wear and tear caused by daily use.Strong and durable featuresThe use of braided nylon not only reinforces the cable, but also ensures its flexibility over long periods of time. The connectors feature a unique metal housing, specially designed with a U-shaped cut out that allows the cable to bend and move more freely.