# What's the difference between USB 3.0 & 2.0 and which should you use? - Engadget

> What's the difference between USB 3. 0 & 2. 0 and which should you use? The ports look the same, but one is much faster than the other.

- **Source:** [Engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2219836/difference-between-usb-3-0-and-2-0-which-to-use/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a67a4351f8ba673ab879342)
- **Published:** 2026-07-27
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #between #difference #engadget #faster #look #other #ports #same
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