USB Type-B USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

Adapter Required

These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.

Recommended: USB Type-B to USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort adapter

Signal Path

Adapter

USB Type-B

Family USB
Form Factor Square trapezoidal
Pin Count 4
Reversible No

USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort

Family DisplayPort
Form Factor Oval symmetric (USB-C)
Pin Count 24
Reversible Yes

Notes

USB Type-B to USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort: USB-C supports DisplayPort Alt Mode natively. A passive USB-C to DisplayPort cable works. USB-A cannot carry video. The USB Type-B (USB) and USB-C Alt Mode DisplayPort (DisplayPort) are from different connector families.