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PowerExpand Direct 8-in-2 USB-C PD Media Hub vs Pro Hub Mini (EU)
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 8-in-2 USB-C PD Media Hub
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Pro Hub Mini (EU)
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Specification comparison
| Specification | PowerExpand Direct 8-in-2 USB-C PD Media Hub | Pro Hub Mini (EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Hub | Hub |
| USB-A ports | 2× USB-A 5Gbps | 2 |
| USB-C data ports | 1× USB-C 5Gbps | 1 |
| Thunderbolt ports | 1× Thunderbolt 3 | Not listed |
| Video outputs | 1× HDMI | USB4 display output |
| Maximum video support | 5K@60Hz via Thunderbolt 3; HDMI 4K@30Hz | Up to 6K60 via USB4 port |
| Maximum data rate | 40Gbps | 40Gbps |
| Card readers | SD UHS-I + microSD UHS-I | Not listed |
| Audio | Lightning audio | 1× audio jack |
| Host interface | Not listed | USB-C |
| Host charging | Not listed | 96 |
| Ethernet | Not listed | 1GbE |
| Power input | Not listed | USB-C power/data connection; PD pass-through |
Key documented differences
- USB-A ports: PowerExpand Direct 8-in-2 USB-C PD Media Hub lists 2× USB-A 5Gbps; Pro Hub Mini (EU) lists 2.
- USB-C data ports: PowerExpand Direct 8-in-2 USB-C PD Media Hub lists 1× USB-C 5Gbps; Pro Hub Mini (EU) lists 1.
- Video outputs: PowerExpand Direct 8-in-2 USB-C PD Media Hub lists 1× HDMI; Pro Hub Mini (EU) lists USB4 display output.
- Maximum video support: PowerExpand Direct 8-in-2 USB-C PD Media Hub lists 5K@60Hz via Thunderbolt 3; HDMI 4K@30Hz; Pro Hub Mini (EU) lists Up to 6K60 via USB4 port.
- Audio: PowerExpand Direct 8-in-2 USB-C PD Media Hub lists Lightning audio; Pro Hub Mini (EU) lists 1× audio jack.
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