Hub comparison
GEN2 12-Port USB-C Hub vs HyperDrive Next 4 Port USB-C 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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GEN2 12-Port USB-C Hub
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HyperDrive Next 4 Port USB-C Hub
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Specification comparison
| Specification | GEN2 12-Port USB-C Hub | HyperDrive Next 4 Port USB-C Hub |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Hub | Hub |
| Host interface | USB-C | USB-C |
| Host charging | 85 | 85W pass-through (100W PD input) |
| USB-A ports | 1 × USB-A 10Gbps + 2 × USB-A 480Mbps | 1 × USB-A 10Gbps |
| USB-C data ports | 2 × USB-C 10Gbps + 1 × USB-C 100W PD input | 1 × USB-C 10Gbps; 1 × USB-C PD 3.0 |
| Video outputs | 2 × HDMI 2.0 + 2 × DisplayPort 1.4 | 1 × HDMI |
| Maximum video support | 3 displays; up to 4K@60Hz | 4K@60Hz |
| Maximum data rate | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Ethernet | 1GbE | Not listed |
| Audio | 1 × 3.5mm audio in/out | Not listed |
| Power input | USB-C PD input, up to 100W | Not listed |
Key documented differences
- Host charging: GEN2 12-Port USB-C Hub lists 85; HyperDrive Next 4 Port USB-C Hub lists 85W pass-through (100W PD input).
- USB-A ports: GEN2 12-Port USB-C Hub lists 1 × USB-A 10Gbps + 2 × USB-A 480Mbps; HyperDrive Next 4 Port USB-C Hub lists 1 × USB-A 10Gbps.
- USB-C data ports: GEN2 12-Port USB-C Hub lists 2 × USB-C 10Gbps + 1 × USB-C 100W PD input; HyperDrive Next 4 Port USB-C Hub lists 1 × USB-C 10Gbps; 1 × USB-C PD 3.0.
- Video outputs: GEN2 12-Port USB-C Hub lists 2 × HDMI 2.0 + 2 × DisplayPort 1.4; HyperDrive Next 4 Port USB-C Hub lists 1 × HDMI.
- Maximum video support: GEN2 12-Port USB-C Hub lists 3 displays; up to 4K@60Hz; HyperDrive Next 4 Port USB-C Hub lists 4K@60Hz.