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Docking stations and USB hubs

A docking station turns a laptop into a desk setup with a single connection, whereas a hub simply adds a few ports. The deciding factor is compatibility with the computer’s port, which limits how many screens can be driven and how fast data moves. Charging power has to be enough for the laptop. Having plenty of ports matters less than having the ones you actually use.

Rated on these criteria

  • Observed price
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports
  • Maximum high definition type supported
  • Number of HDMI outputs
  • Number of RJ-45 Ethernet ports

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The right product depends on the situation. Each page below takes the category’s criteria and changes their weight for one specific need.

What we rate in this category

Every product in the category is rated from 0 to 100 on these criteria : the same for all of them, whichever merchant sells it.

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Observed price
The lower the price, the longer the bar.
Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports
The higher the number of ports, the longer the bar.
Maximum high definition type supported
The higher the resolution, the longer the bar.
Number of HDMI outputs
The higher the number of outputs, the longer the bar.
Number of RJ-45 Ethernet ports
The higher the number of ports, the longer the bar.

Price brackets by tier

Orders of magnitude, not displayed prices: a price only appears on Kalyneo once it has been collected from a merchant, with its collection date.

Less than €30

A basic USB hub adding a few ports, without fast charging or external display support.

€30 to €100

Hub with laptop charging or versatile USB-C dock, one or two displays supported, decent but not always fast transfer.

More than €100

Thunderbolt or high-speed USB-C station, multiple displays supported, powerful charging and complete connectivity for professional use.

6 products compared