PCI-E 1X to USB 3.2 GEN1 5Gbps 20pin Front Panel Header (to Type-c Front Panel Header) + USB 3.0 19Pin Socket Expansion Card,Type-E Internal 20-pin Front Panel Connector Riser Card
Bottom line: The PCI-E 1X to USB 3.2 GEN1 5Gbps 20pin Front Panel Header: Adds a USB-C Type-E 20-pin front header from a spare PCIe x1 slot; main trade-off: USB 3.2 Gen1 tops out at 5Gbps, not 10Gbps Gen2 speeds.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Adds a USB-C Type-E 20-pin front header from a spare PCIe x1 slot
- ✓ Renesas D720201 chipset drives a stable 5Gbps SuperSpeed link
- ✓ Also breaks out a USB 3.0 19-pin header alongside the Type-E port
- ✓ Fits PCIe x1/x4/x8/x16 slots; low-profile bracket included
Cons
- ✗ USB 3.2 Gen1 tops out at 5Gbps, not 10Gbps Gen2 speeds
- ✗ Single Type-E port; adds no rear-panel USB-C
- ✗ Consumes a PCIe slot that could hold a GPU or other card
- ✗ Renesas D720201 is an older-generation USB controller
Manufacturer description
Product Name:USB3.2 Gen1 Front TYPE-E Expansion CardProduct Interface:USB 3.2 Gen1 TYPE E (A KEY) & USB 3.0 20-pin socketProduct chip:Renesas D720201Transfer rate:5 Gbit/sSupport System:XP/ WIN7/ WIN8/ VISTA/ WIN10/ WIN11 32BIT/64BIT/ LINUX OS SystemProduct Features:This product can convert the PCIE high-speed data transmission interface of the computer into a TYPE-C 3.2 gen1 front-end high-speed data transmission interface (TYPE-E 5Gbps) and a built-in USB 3.0 port.Package Contents:1* USB 3.2 gen1 TYPE-E expansion card.1* Low profile bracket.
SpecPicks Verdict
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Key Features
- ✅PCI-E to USB3.2 GEN1: This adapter is a converter that converts the motherboard's available PCI-E 1x to USB 3.2 GEN1 connector + 20-PIN socket.
- ✅ Connector 1: USB 3.2 Gen1 TYPE-E Front Panel Header. Connector 2: USB 3.0 19PIN interface. The adapter is the perfect solution to use the USB 3.2 connectors with Type-C or Type-A.
- ✅SuperSpeed USB 3.0--- Supports transfer rates up to 5Gbps. Enjoy blazing-fast copying of video, music, photo and data files between USB devices and your computer.
- ✅Good compatibility---Compatible slot---PCIe x1, PCIe x4, PCIe x8, PCIe x16, compatible with Windows XP, WIN7, WIN8, VISTA, WIN10, WIN11 32BIT/64BIT, LINUX OS System
- ✅Note: This riser card is USB3.2 GEN1 5Gbps. Chipset: Renesas D720201
Full Specifications
| Brand | BEYIMEI |
|---|---|
| Style | Classic |
| ✅Note | This riser card is USB3.2 GEN1 5Gbps. Chipset: Renesas D720201 |
| Style Name | Classic |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Model Number | BY-PEXUSB3C |
| Compatibility | Linux |
| Mfr Part Number | BY-PEXUSB3C |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop Computer |
| Hardware Interface | PCIE x 1 |
| Warranty Description | 1 |
| ✅PCI-E to USB3.2 GEN1 | This adapter is a converter that converts the motherboard's available PCI-E 1x to USB 3.2 GEN1 connector + 20-PIN socket. |
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PCI-E 1X to USB 3.2 GEN1 5Gbps 20pin Front Panel Header (to Type-c Front Panel Header) + USB 3.0 19Pin Socket Expansion Card,Type-E Internal 20-pin Front Panel Connector Riser Card is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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