Hub comparison
PowerExpand Direct 6-in-1 USB-C PD Media Hub vs Plugable USB-C Multiport Adapter (USBC-MD101)
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 Direct 6-in-1 USB-C PD Media Hub
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Plugable USB-C Multiport Adapter (USBC-MD101)
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Specification comparison
| Specification | PowerExpand Direct 6-in-1 USB-C PD Media Hub | Plugable USB-C Multiport Adapter (USBC-MD101) |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Hub | Hub |
| USB-A ports | 1× USB-A 5Gbps | 1× USB-A 5Gbps |
| Video outputs | 1× HDMI | 1× HDMI 1.4 |
| Maximum video support | 4K@30Hz | Up to 4K30 |
| Maximum data rate | 5Gbps | 5Gbps |
| Card readers | SD UHS-I + microSD UHS-I | Not listed |
| Audio | 3.5mm AUX | Not listed |
| Power input | USB-C PD-in 48W max | USB-C PD pass-through |
| Host interface | Not listed | USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode |
| Host charging | Not listed | 60 |
Key documented differences
- Video outputs: PowerExpand Direct 6-in-1 USB-C PD Media Hub lists 1× HDMI; Plugable USB-C Multiport Adapter (USBC-MD101) lists 1× HDMI 1.4.
- Maximum video support: PowerExpand Direct 6-in-1 USB-C PD Media Hub lists 4K@30Hz; Plugable USB-C Multiport Adapter (USBC-MD101) lists Up to 4K30.
- Power input: PowerExpand Direct 6-in-1 USB-C PD Media Hub lists USB-C PD-in 48W max; Plugable USB-C Multiport Adapter (USBC-MD101) lists USB-C PD pass-through.
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