Hub comparison
PowerExpand 9-in-2 USB-C Media Hub vs Metal Gleam Series II 6-in-1 USB HUB
Compare the published specifications for these two products. Values are shown as documented in the catalogue; an unlisted value means the specification is not available here, not necessarily that the product lacks the feature.
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PowerExpand 9-in-2 USB-C Media Hub
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Metal Gleam Series II 6-in-1 USB HUB
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Specification comparison
| Specification | PowerExpand 9-in-2 USB-C Media Hub | Metal Gleam Series II 6-in-1 USB HUB |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Hub | Hub |
| USB-A ports | 2× USB-A 5Gbps | 2 × USB-A 3.2 10Gbps |
| USB-C data ports | 1× multifunction USB-C 10Gbps | 1 × USB-C 3.2 10Gbps |
| Video outputs | 1× HDMI | 1 × HDMI |
| Maximum video support | 4K@60Hz via multifunction USB-C; HDMI 4K@30Hz | 4K@60Hz |
| Maximum data rate | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Ethernet | 1GbE | 1GbE |
| Card readers | SD UHS-I + microSD UHS-I | Not listed |
| Audio | 3.5mm AUX | Not listed |
| Power input | USB-C PD-in 85W max | USB-C PD input, up to 100W |
| Host interface | Not listed | USB-C |
| Host charging | Not listed | 100 |
Key documented differences
- USB-A ports: PowerExpand 9-in-2 USB-C Media Hub lists 2× USB-A 5Gbps; Metal Gleam Series II 6-in-1 USB HUB lists 2 × USB-A 3.2 10Gbps.
- USB-C data ports: PowerExpand 9-in-2 USB-C Media Hub lists 1× multifunction USB-C 10Gbps; Metal Gleam Series II 6-in-1 USB HUB lists 1 × USB-C 3.2 10Gbps.
- Video outputs: PowerExpand 9-in-2 USB-C Media Hub lists 1× HDMI; Metal Gleam Series II 6-in-1 USB HUB lists 1 × HDMI.
- Maximum video support: PowerExpand 9-in-2 USB-C Media Hub lists 4K@60Hz via multifunction USB-C; HDMI 4K@30Hz; Metal Gleam Series II 6-in-1 USB HUB lists 4K@60Hz.
- Power input: PowerExpand 9-in-2 USB-C Media Hub lists USB-C PD-in 85W max; Metal Gleam Series II 6-in-1 USB HUB lists USB-C PD input, up to 100W.
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