5 Meta Quest 2 Link Cables to Play PC VR Games

The Meta Quest 2 is one of the best standalone VR headsets for most people. The best part is that you don’t have to connect it to a PC or a console to play games. You can download your favorite games from the Oculus store directly and enjoy them. However, the game library on the Oculus store is limited. Luckily, you can play some Steam games using your PC. And for that, you’ll need any of the best Meta Quest 2 link cables mentioned below.

Deegotech Link Cable for Meta Quest 2

Cable length: 10ft | Connector: USB Type-A

Deegotech Link Cable for Meta Quest 2

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The Deegotech PC link cable is one of the cheapest USB cables that you can buy to interface the Meta Quest 2 with a PC. While measuring 10 feet in length, it might be short for many but will work fine for small spaces.

Link cables are generally long to let you use a VR headset easily. So, if your PC is quite far from your playing area, avoid the Deegotech link cable. There are no issues with connectivity and the outer casing of the cable seems strong. You also get a couple of cable ties in the box, making it easy to carry the cable around.

JSAUX 2-in-1 Link Cable

Cable length: 16ft | Connector: USB Type-C and USB Type-A

JSAUX 2-in-1 Link Cable

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There are two major improvements with the JSAUX link cable compared to the one mentioned earlier. For starters, you’re now getting a braided cable which is always better in terms of durability. Plus, you get connectors — USB Type-C and USB Type-A.

If you have multiple computers with different ports, look at the JSAUX 2-in-1 link cable for the Meta Quest 2. The default connector is USB Type-C, but the brand has also attached a USB Type-A dongle to the cable, making it a versatile link cable.

Syntech Link Cable

Cable length: 20ft | Connector: USB Type-A

Syntech Link Cable

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The Syntech link cable is really long if you’re always worried about the length and getting the freedom to move around. The cable measures 20 feet and is a great pick for those whose playing area is far off from their PC and who love to move around.

As mentioned previously, playing in VR with a link cable connection can involve some involuntary tugging from time to time. You may step on the cable or move far away from your PC without realizing it. With the Syntech link cable, you don’t have to worry about this since it’s longer than usual.

Syntech Link Cable With Charging Port

Cable length: 16ft | Connector: USB Type-A

Syntech Link Cable with Charging Port

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Here’s another inclusion from Syntech — but this time with a Meta Quest 2 link cable that’s rather smart. In the middle of a cable is a split with a module with a USB Type-C port. This port is used to charge the Meta Quest 2 headset simultaneously using the link cable.

The issue with most Oculus Quest 2 link cables (including the first-party one) is that they either don’t charge the headset when playing or supply a low wattage that is insufficient to charge the headset for long periods. This Syntech link cable with a charging port solves that issue.

Oculus Quest 2 Link Cable

Cable length: 16ft | Connector: USB Type-C

Oculus Quest 2 Link Cable

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Oculus makes some great first-party accessories for its headsets. Be it the comfort head strap or a carry case, most accessories from the brand are of top quality. However, the Oculus Quest 2 link cable is quite ordinary and expensive.

It’s neither braider nor is it extraordinarily long. Also, it lacks a pass-through USB Type-C port for charging. Except for the Official Quest 2 cable, it doesn’t have anything spectacular. The only real advantage of the first-party Oculus Quest 2 link cable is that it’s a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C cable which promises faster data speeds. Meanwhile, most of the other cables on this list are USB 3.0.