The length (5 meters) makes it easy to run the cable behind the computer desk to connect it to the PC without pulling ports.
The extension itself is very robust, cable and socket are very thick, but is still soft enough anyway. The connector firmly holds the device that is not likely to win alone, even the hang freely in a vacuum.
As for speed, no loss to report. The key is connected directly on the map or by extension, strictly no difference (verified by HD Tune: 82 MB / s average write in 2 cases).
If you need a USB 3.0 extension cable, you can buy it eyes closed, besides Discount JLG is an excellent seller.
