Through the years, there have been several generations of USB ports, such as the USB 1.X, USB 2.X, USB 3.X, USB 4, and the many variations in between. In recent times, there have been massive leaps in USB technology, leading to improved data transfer rates and power capabilities that can impact what USB ports in general are capable of.
While there are different ways to tell apart each USB generation, like counting the number of pins, it’s not always apparent unless you’re willing to manually test it. However, when it comes to TVs, most of them use the standard USB 2.0 port, which has a 480 Mbit/s transfer speed, a maximum current of 0.5A, 2.5W power, and a maximum voltage of 5V.
Depending on your TV model, the transfer rates and power output may vary, so you’ll need to check your TV’s manual, the port itself, or consult the manufacturer’s website to verify it. In some cases, such as with the 2023 Samsung 4K/8K TVs, they will have multiple USB ports that offer different specifications, such as 0.5A or 1A ports.
In addition, there are also other factors that can affect whether you can make full use of the USB port features, such as the quality of your USB cable and the compatibility of the device you’re trying to connect. Once you have all the necessary information, here are a few ways to use your USB ports today.
