USB 2.0 is a Universal Serial Bus (USB) standard. Almost all devices with USB capabilities, and nearly all USB cables, support at least USB 2.0.

Devices that adhere to the USB 2.0 standard have the ability to transmit data at a maximum speed of 480 Mbps. This is faster than the older USB 1.1 standard and much slower than the newer USB4 standard. USB 2.0 is often referred to as Hi-Speed USB. Only USB 2.0 supports USB Mini-A, USB Mini-B, and USB Mini-AB connectors. Plug is the name given to the male connector on a USB 2.0 cable or flash drive, while the receptacle is the name given to the female connector on a USB 2.0 device or extension cable. However, the only way to reach USB 2.0 transmission speeds is if all devices and cables being connected to each other support USB 2.0.This USB 2.0  Cable assures that you get maximum performance from USB 2.0 devices (e.g. printers, external hard drives). It supports fast data transfer rates of up to 480 Mbps.