DeWalt 4 ft 100W Type-C to Type-C cable

Why I reached for this cable

I put DeWalt’s 4‑foot USB‑C cable to work on my bench and in my truck for a few weeks to see if it could pull double duty: charge power‑hungry laptops reliably and survive the rough‑and‑tumble life that comes with jobsite use. On paper it’s simple—USB‑C to USB‑C, 100 W USB Power Delivery, ruggedized jacket—but the real test is whether it stays dependable after hundreds of plug‑ins, bends, and the occasional drop to the shop floor. In short: it mostly does, and it fills a specific niche very well.

Build and design

DeWalt leans into durability here. The cable uses a thick nylon braided jacket with Kevlar reinforcement and oversized strain reliefs at both ends. In hand, it feels closer to a small air hose than a dainty electronics lead—sturdy, slightly stiff, and confidence‑inspiring. The black‑and‑yellow accents make it easy to spot in a sea of black cords, which I appreciate when I’m reaching behind a bench or into a tool bag.

Connector housings are beefy. The grip area has enough purchase that you can pull the plug, not the cable, even with gloves. The trade‑off is size; if your phone or tablet lives in a very tight case with a narrow port opening, the chunky connector might be a squeeze. For laptops and bare devices, it’s no issue.

DeWalt keeps the package spartan: just the cable in the box. No Velcro tie, no pouch. At 4 feet (about 1.2 meters), it’s squarely in the short‑to‑medium category—ideal for a desktop, a nightstand, or a vehicle dashboard, less so for couch charging from a distant wall outlet.

Charging performance

This cable is built for power. With a 100 W USB Power Delivery rating, it’s intended to handle up to 20 V at 5 A when used with a capable charger and device. In practice, I paired it with a 96 W USB‑C laptop brick and watched a 16‑inch workstation laptop ramp up to full draw without hesitation. The cable maintained a steady handshake, and I didn’t see the charge rate fluctuate or throttle during long sessions.

On mobile gear, it did what I expect from a good PD cable. An Android phone negotiated a fast‑charge profile immediately; an iPad Pro charged at its typical peak; a handheld gaming device pulled a solid, sustained load while playing. Over a 4‑foot run, voltage drop isn’t a meaningful factor, and I didn’t encounter any hiccups attributable to the cable itself. The limiting factor was always the charger or the device—not the cord.

It’s worth the reminder: a 100 W cable doesn’t magically make a non‑PD charger or device charge faster. Pair this with a proper PD charger that matches your device’s needs, and you’ll see the benefit. If your laptop wants 65–100 W, this is the type of cable you should be using.

Data and video expectations

DeWalt positions this as a charging cable. That’s how I used it, and that’s where it shines. I moved a few files between devices and it handled basic data just fine, but if you need high‑speed data transfer or video output (think driving a 4K monitor or pushing large media libraries at top speed), choose a cable that explicitly advertises those capabilities. This one’s value is power delivery and toughness, not being a Thunderbolt workhorse.

Day‑to‑day usability

The 4‑foot length is a sweet spot on a desk. It reaches from a power strip to the laptop without a spaghetti pile on the surface, and it’s short enough to coil neatly into a pouch. In a vehicle, the length keeps things tidy on the dash and center console—no extra cord looping under pedals or catching on a shifter.

The flip side: it’s not long enough to charge a laptop while you’re sitting several feet from the outlet, and you’ll find its limits quickly if you’re trying to power a device on a workbench while the nearest receptacle is across the aisle. DeWalt does a good job with bend relief, but the cable’s reinforced construction makes it stiffer than the thin silicone cords many of us carry. That stiffness helps longevity; it does make tight coils and tight routing a bit more deliberate.

Durability checks

I’m hard on cables. I kept this one plugged and unplugged dozens of times daily, fed it through a cable grommet, and let it ride around in a tool bag with drill bits and a square. The braided jacket resisted abrasion well—no fraying or fuzzing at snag points—and the connector reliefs never showed white‑stress marks or looseness. The plug ends stayed tight with no wobble in device ports.

Heat is a factor worth calling out. In a truck cabin on a hot day, any cable will soften slightly and see higher material stress, especially around the overmolded strain reliefs. I didn’t experience failures during summer use, but I recommend avoiding sharp bends right at the connector in hot environments and not leaving any cable under tension between the dash and a charging device. It’s basic cable hygiene, but it goes a long way toward longevity.

Safety and compatibility

The cable behaved as I’d expect from a brand that builds jobsite gear: no mystery behaviors, no questionable current spikes. It negotiated proper PD profiles with laptops, tablets, and phones from several major brands. As with all high‑wattage USB‑C setups, use a trustworthy charger. If you’re mixing and matching chargers and devices across brands, check the wattage requirements and don’t assume a 30 W brick will satisfy a 90 W laptop.

A note on cases and port access: because the connector housings are robust, they can foul on very tight phone cases. If you routinely charge through a recess, you may want to test fit or keep a slimmer cable in the bag for those situations.

What could be better

• Length options: 4 feet is great for a desktop; it’s limiting for living room or shop scenarios. I’d like to see the same build in a 6‑ or 10‑foot option to cover more use cases.
• Connector bulk: The rugged housings are part of the appeal, but they reduce compatibility with some tight case cutouts.
• Clarity on data capabilities: Since this shines as a charging lead, clearer labeling about data speed would help buyers avoid mismatched expectations.

None of these are deal‑breakers for the cable’s intended purpose, but they’re worth considering before you make it your one‑and‑only.

Who it’s for

• Users who need reliable, high‑wattage USB‑C charging for laptops, tablets, and phones.
• Folks who prioritize durability—jobsite use, shop benches, travel bags—over featherweight flexibility.
• Anyone who prefers a shorter, tidier cable for desks, nightstands, and vehicles.

Who should look elsewhere? If you need one cable to handle 40 Gbps data, multiple displays, and charging, pick a labeled Thunderbolt/USB4 cable. If you often charge across a room, a longer lead will serve you better.

The bottom line

DeWalt’s USB‑C cable earns its keep by doing a simple job well: move up to 100 W of power safely and survive daily abuse. The materials and construction feel purpose‑built for rough environments, and in my testing it delivered stable, fast charging to everything from phones to power‑hungry laptops. Its 4‑foot length makes it easy to live with on a desk or in a vehicle, though it won’t replace a longer reach cable for every scenario.

Recommendation: I recommend this cable if your primary need is dependable, high‑wattage charging in a compact, tough package. Pair it with a proper PD charger and it’s a set‑and‑forget solution for desks, shops, and dashboards. If you need long reach, slim connectors for tight cases, or top‑tier data/video features, choose a different cable tailored to those priorities.