Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018)

Cast-only streaming dongle with HDMI 1.4b and integrated ~4-inch non-detachable cable. Micro-USB power-only (5V/1A, 5W); no data transfer capability. Limited to 1080p@60Hz SDR—no HDR, no 4K, no Dolby Vision/Atmos. Supports DD 5.1 and DD+ passthrough with 512MB RAM and Wi-Fi 5 connectivity.

1080p cast-only dongle with built-in HDMI cable, Micro-USB power. SDR-only, no HDR or 4K. DD5.1 and DD+ passthrough.

Device Information

Manufacturer
Google
Release Year
2018
Model Number
NC2-6A5B
Category
Streaming Device

Available Ports

Connector Quantity Label Notes
HDMI 1.4 (Type A – Standard) 1 HDMI Out Built-in non-detachable ~4-inch cable. HDMI version likely 1.4b. Output limited to 1080p60 SDR.
USB Micro-B (USB 2.0) 1 Micro-USB Power input only (5V/1A, 5W). No data transfer capability. OTG not supported.

Notes & Compatibility

Cast-only device, no on-device UI. HDMI version unspecified; likely 1.4b. Built-in non-detachable ~4-inch cable. Micro-USB power only; no data transfer. 1080p60 SDR maximum—no HDR, no 4K, no Dolby Vision or Atmos. 512MB RAM, 256MB flash.

Common questions

How many ports does the Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) have?

The Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) has 2 ports in total: 1 × HDMI 1.4 (Type A – Standard) and 1 × USB Micro-B (USB 2.0).

What kinds of ports does the Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) have?

By connector family, the Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) has 1 HDMI and 1 USB.

How many USB ports does the Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) have?

The Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) has 1 USB port: 1 × USB Micro-B (USB 2.0).

What video connections does the Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) have?

The Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) has 1 port that can carry video: 1 × HDMI 1.4 (Type A – Standard).

How is the Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) powered?

The Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) takes power over 1 × USB Micro-B (USB 2.0), rated for up to 5 W.

Does the Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) have a USB-A port?

No. The Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) has no full-size USB Type-A port. It has 1 × USB Micro-B (USB 2.0) instead, so full-size USB accessories need an adapter or a hub.

Does the Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) have a headphone jack?

No. The Google Chromecast (3rd Gen / 2018) has no 3.5 mm headphone jack. Its audio connections are 1 × HDMI 1.4 (Type A – Standard).

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