USB hub refers to the expansion of multiple USB interfaces from one USB interface. This thing is very cheap. The USB hub can only be extended to USB interface, but not other interfaces such as HDMI, PD fast charging, network cable interface and SD card interface.
Docks/Docks, which are generally required on type-c and usb 3.0, can provide more extension interfaces. They can have nine sons, each of which is different. The price is not cheap (sometimes hundreds or even thousands, which is equivalent to integrating various devices such as USB sound card, USB network card, USB external graphics card, card reader, USB HUB, etc., which can expand other interfaces except USB. As the notebook gets thinner, many interfaces will be cut off, so the docking station has almost become the standard configuration of notebook, especially Apple notebook and various ultra-thin notebooks.
As a designer, I have been plagued by the lack of MacBook interfaces, so I have also studied various docking stations/extenders. I recommend a brand I like recently, Wudoumi, which is also a good one on the market:
Wudoumi HD107 five-in-one docking station
Windows and Macbook systems are supported, and plug and play without drivers (most of their products do not need drivers, which is very convenient)
As a small and beautiful product, the five-port Type-C dock has complete interfaces (including USB-A * 3, SD card reader * 1, TF card reader *, 1HDMI * 14K30HZ, 1VGAI * 11080P, 100mbps network interface * 1, PD3.0, 13.5mm audio hole), which can meet most of the daily office applications. In addition, its USB-C interface supports USB PD 3.0 100W charging. For many laptops or iPad Pro with insufficient interface, it can be used while charging. Wudoumi, which is very apple flavor, even makes people feel more Apple's quality and design than Apple's original accessories
2. Wudoumi HD93 6-in-1 Dock
6-in-1, USB3.0 * 2, 5gbps speed, HD 4K HDMI, PD100W
It is quite weighty in your hand. The color and design are very atmospheric, very durable and comfortable to touch. Powerful, with 6 interfaces, basically all the functions needed have been covered, great! It will be connected to the TV at home immediately, and the most stable signal output will be available for children's online classes!
4. Wudoumi HD28 nine-in-one docking station
Support for Nintendo Samsung Dex
PD interface, gigabit network interface, USB3.0 * 1, HDMI, TF/SD card reader slot, one audio, one microphone, and the best heat dissipation in the five-meter docking station!
5. Wudoumi HB341 four-in-one docking station
Main features:
It is extremely small and convenient to carry. It is very suitable for friends who carry computers to and from work all day long and travel frequently;
One SD interface, two UAB3.0 interfaces, and one TF interface. It is super convenient to transfer files before each other;
Exquisite workmanship, good heat dissipation
Why are there high-end models?
Do I need to buy high-end models?
Why is the price of high-end small docking station so high?
The simplest and most familiar answer:
1. If you want to use it for 4K 8K TV and 4K 8K monitor, you'd better buy the two high-end models recommended above, otherwise you won't experience the 4K 8K display effect at all.
2. Even if you do not use the docking station to connect the display, you will certainly use it to connect the mobile hard disk. The theoretical maximum speed of the low-cost docking station is only 450m/s.
3. If you buy a docking station with a Type-c interface of more than 1000 yuan, pay attention to whether it is really a Thunderbolt 3 interface. Don't buy a USB3.1 docking station for more than 1000 yuan, that is, you will be charged with IQ tax...
You don't have to look at those professional and boring explanations. Most of the transfer speeds of the 100-200 yuan docking stations on the market can't reach the fast transfer effect of connecting 4K monitors and mobile hard disks.