Anker PowerExpand 5-in-1 USB-C hub in grey connected to a laptop with HDMI and Ethernet cables

Anker PowerExpand 5-in-1 USB-C Hub with HDMI and Ethernet

Name: Anker PowerExpand 5-in-1 USB-C Hub with HDMI and Ethernet
Brand: PickCompass
Price: 34.99 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (7386 reviews)

7,386+ reviews at 4.6 stars • 4K@30Hz HDMI • 1Gbps Ethernet • 3x USB 3.0 (5Gbps) • Plug-and-play

4.6/5(7,386 reviews)

£34.99

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✓Pros

✓4K@30Hz HDMI for external monitor connection
✓Gigabit Ethernet — full 1Gbps wired connection without a separate adapter
✓3x USB 3.0 at 5Gbps — fast transfer for drives and peripherals
✓No driver needed — plug-and-play on any OS
✓Anker 18-month warranty and established support
✓Braided cable keeps hub away from the laptop port

✗Cons

✗HDMI limited to 4K@30Hz — not 60Hz; not ideal for high-refresh gaming
✗No USB-C Power Delivery pass-through — cannot charge the laptop simultaneously
✗5-in-1 may not satisfy users wanting SD card reader or PD charging

Full Review

The Anker PowerExpand 5-in-1 Hub converts a single USB-C port into five useful connections: three USB 3.0 ports for peripherals at 5Gbps data speeds, a full-size HDMI port for 4K display at 30Hz, and a Gigabit Ethernet port for wired internet on laptops that lack one. It works on any laptop, tablet or desktop with a USB-C port — MacBook, Dell XPS, Surface Pro, iPad Pro and ChromeBook all confirmed compatible. No driver installation is required: plug in and all ports activate immediately. The 30cm braided cable between hub and connector keeps the hub flat on the desk away from the laptop port. At £34.99 from a brand with 50 million+ customers and an 18-month warranty, the Anker hub sits at the credible mid-market for a category full of unbranded alternatives. 7,386 reviews at 4.6 stars confirm sustained reliability across different host machines.

Specifications

Ports	3x USB 3.0, 1x HDMI, 1x Gigabit Ethernet
HDMI resolution	4K@30Hz / 1080p@60Hz
USB data speed	5Gbps (USB 3.0)
Ethernet	10/100/1000 Mbps
Connection	USB-C
Cable length	30cm braided
Compatibility	MacOS, Windows, ChromeOS, Android
Warranty	18 months
ASIN	B07X8ZLYLR

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it charge the laptop while connected?

No. This hub does not include USB-C Power Delivery pass-through. For simultaneous charging, look at the Anker 7-in-1 or 9-in-1 hub variants which include a PD port.

Will it work with an iPad Pro?

Yes — iPad Pro with USB-C (2018 onwards) is confirmed compatible. HDMI output and USB peripherals work. Ethernet functionality requires iPadOS 16 or later.

Is 4K@30Hz noticeable vs 4K@60Hz?

For office use, documents, and video — no meaningful difference. For gaming or fast-motion video, 30Hz introduces visible frame-rate lag. This hub is an office/productivity tool, not a gaming hub.