I Tested 12 Different USB-C Hubs - Here Are My Top 5
📚 Main Topics
Overview of USB-C Hubs
- General dissatisfaction with the performance of various USB-C hubs.
- Comparison of multiple brands and models.
Top Five USB-C Hubs Reviewed
5. Zumi Ping
- ConsPoor charging speed (lost charge during use), high operating temperature, slow USB 3 data transfer speeds.
- ProsTwo USB-C ports (one for data), longer cable length.
- RecommendationNot recommended for laptop charging.
4. Anker PowerExpand 7-in-1
- ConsBulky design, below-average USB 3 performance, slow SD card reading speeds.
- ProsGood for basic SD card reading, decent overall performance.
- RecommendationNot ideal for heavy users or those needing fast data transfer.
3. Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1
- ConsHigher price point, 10% slower charging compared to competitors.
- ProsBetter USB 3 performance, good build quality, includes a carrying bag.
- RecommendationWorth considering if not frequently mobile.
2. Beny USB-C Hub
- ConsTerrible SD card reading speeds (30 Mbps).
- ProsExcellent for connecting peripherals, very affordable (around $20).
- RecommendationBest for budget users, but creatives should avoid due to poor card reader.
1. UGREEN USB-C Hub
- ConsLacks an Ethernet port, average SD card reading speed (90 Mbps).
- ProsHigh-quality metallic design, fast data transfer (800 Mbps), excellent charging speed (25% faster than average).
- RecommendationHighly recommended for general use.
✨ Key Takeaways
- Most USB-C hubs tested performed poorly, often meeting only the bare minimum standards.
- Charging speed and data transfer rates are critical factors in evaluating USB-C hubs.
- Build quality and additional features (like carrying bags) can enhance user experience.
- Price does not always correlate with performance; budget options can be surprisingly effective.
🧠 Lessons Learned
- Always consider the specific needs (e.g., charging, data transfer, portability) before purchasing a USB-C hub.
- Testing multiple hubs can reveal significant differences in performance and usability.
- For creatives, prioritize hubs with strong SD card reading capabilities.
- Look for hubs that offer a balance of performance, build quality, and price.
Transcript excerpt
0:00 I've tested about a dozen or so USBC hubs and all of them are very terrible when it comes to these things seriously each brand has perfected the bare minimum when it comes to these cards it's kind of the bare minimum that's akin to showing up to a potluck with a bag of half eaten chips technically yes you did bring food for everybody but it's clear that you just don't care ready Monty let's go do the top five number five goes to this the Zumi ping zami ping zami ping it's number five barely now this H had the worst charge speed in my test group I actually lost charge when I was trying to plug it in to my laptop in 50 minutes I had minus
0:32 1% charge here's a dirty little secret regardless of how much power these hubs claim to produce part of it actually goes to the hub it says 100 Watts for this thing only 87 Watts goes through it which is going to be fine if you're charging an iPad but if you're charging a laptop that's you're going to care about that now the second thing I didn't like about this Hub was the temperature it ran the hottest in my test group at about 110° F the average was only 101 so not a big difference but electronics and heat they're not the best of friends we the best of friends right puppy and the
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