USB as a standard has been surprisingly true to its claims of “universality,” as we see it practically everywhere. But on newer devices, there has been confusion around the more recent versions of USB, namely with USB 3.0 vs 3.1 vs 3.2. This confusion arises mainly from the decisions of the USB-IF (USB Implementers Forum, the governing body behind the USB standard) to rename older standards under newer specifications. This has created a mess of names that consumers have difficulty keeping up with. If you are confused with the various names under USB 3 and want to know their differences, read on as we will explain everything you need to know!
USB 3.0 vs 3.1 vs 3.2: At a glance
This is a high-level summary of the differences between the various USB specifications.