Question: is usb 3 the same as thunderbolt?
Answer: Thunderbolt 3 is a new connectivity standard from Intel that replaces Thunderbolt 2. ... The simplest explanation is that USB-C refers to the shape of the port and Thunderbolt 3 refers to the connectivity standard. Thunderbolt 3 combines Thunderbolt, USB, DisplayPort and power via a single USB-C connector.