This Monoprice 7-In-1 USB-C Hub Is A Great And Affordable Tool For Your USB-C Laptop

Consumer Tech This Monoprice 7-In-1 USB-C Hub Is A Great And Affordable Tool For Your USB-C Laptop Mark Sparrow Senior Contributor Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and photography New! Follow this author to stay notified about their latest stories. Got it! Aug 20, 2022, 06:00am EDT | New! Click on the conversation bubble to join the conversation Got it! Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin This neat little Monoprice 7 in 1 USB C Multiport 4K HDMI adapter is a handy way to extend the .

. . [+] usability of any USB-C laptop.

Monoprice I like Monoprice products because the company’s prices are keen and the products always seem to exceed my expectations, no matter what I’m testing. The new The Monoprice 7‑in‑1 USB‑C Multiport 4K HDMI adapter is a classic case in point. This all-in-one video, data and connectivity hub for USB‑C-equipped laptops and computers can support DisplayPort 1.

4 Alt mode, enabling a desktop to be extended with a second HDMI monitor and support for resolutions up to 4K@60Hz. As well as the HDMI port, the 7‑in‑1 USB‑C Multiport has both SD and microSD 3. 0 card slots with support for the UHS‑I Speed Class and 104MBps read speeds.

Each card slot is compatible with the MMC, SD, SDHC and SDXC formats up to capacities of 2TB. Even better, both slots are individually addressed so that they can be used at the same time. The Monoprice 7 in 1 USB C Multiport 4K HDMI adapter has USB ports, HDMI, SD card slots and a .

. . [+] Gigabit Ethernet port.

Monoprice In addition, two USB 3. 0 Type‑A ports and one Type‑C port provide data transfer speeds up to 5Gbps, enabling the connection of a range of USB peripherals and devices. The USB‑C port can handle up to 100W of Power Delivery (PD) and one of the Type‑A ports supports 5 VDC, 1.

5A (7. 5W) for charging peripherals. MORE FOR YOU Google Issues Warning For 2 Billion Chrome Users Forget The MacBook Pro, Apple Has Bigger Plans Google Discounts Pixel 6, Nest & Pixel Buds In Limited-Time Sale Event For connecting with the outside world, the 7‑in‑1 USB‑C Multiport also has a Gigabit Ethernet port with speeds more than three times faster than most Wi-Fi.

The adapter is compatible with USB‑C-equipped Windows computers and Macs running macOS, as well as systems with a Thunderbolt 3 connection. Verdict: This cute little 7‑in‑1 USB‑C hub from Monoprice has most of the connections you’re likely to need except for an audio jack. It’s well built and looks great in the neat white finish with its built-in USB-C cable.

If you want a high-spec way of extending the connectivity of your Microsoft Surface or MacBook Pro, the Monoprice 7‑in‑1 USB‑C Multiport 4K HDMI adapter is a bargain. Pricing & Availability: The Monoprice 7‑in‑1 USB‑C Multiport 4K HDMI adapter is available now and costs $33. 99.

More info: www. monoprice. com Features: Supports HDMI resolutions up to 4K@60Hz on DisplayPort 1.

4 Alt Mode hosts or 4K@30Hz with DP 1. 2 Alt Mode. One USB 3.

0 Type‑C and two Type‑A ports with data transfer rates up 5Gbps. Up to 100W of USB Type‑C Power Delivery passthrough. One USB Type‑A port supports 5 VDC, 1.

5A (7. 5W) charging power. Gigabit Ethernet port SD and microSD 3.

0 card slots with support for the UHS‑I (104Mbps) Speed Class Compatible with Windows and macOS operating systems. Compatible with Thunderbolt 3 systems. Plug and Play requires no external drivers or configuration.

Compact and lightweight. No need to remember a cable, the Monoprice 7 in 1 USB C Multiport 4K HDMI adapter has one built in. Monoprice Tech Specs: Host: USB Type‑C with support for DisplayPort 1.

4 or 1. 2 Alt Mode. Video outputs: 1x HDMI.

Maximum resolution: 4K @ 60Hz with DP1. 4 Alt Mode, 4K@30Hz with DP1. 2 Alt Mode.

USB ports: 1 x Type‑C, 2 x Type‑A. USB Data transfer rate: Up to 5Gbps. USB Type‑C Power Delivery: Passthrough up to 100W.

USB Type‑A charging power: 1 x 5V DC, 1. 5A (7. 5W).

Card slots: 1x SD, 1 x microSD SD Speed Class UHS‑I up to 104MBps. Simultaneous card operation: Yes. Network: 1 x Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 jack.

USB‑C lead length: 6. 7″ (170 mm). Dimensions (LxWxH): 5.

4 x 1. 3 x 0. 6″ (136 x 34 x 14 mm).

Weight: 2. 7 oz. (77 g).

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