The Anker Laptop Docking Station Dual Monitor is an 8-in-1 USB-C hub that turns a single USB-C port on a laptop into two HDMI outputs, an Ethernet jack, two USB-A 3.0 ports, a USB-C data port, and an SD plus microSD card reader. Dual 4K HDMI ports let you run two external monitors at 4K@30Hz or a single display at 4K@60Hz. Pass-through charging delivers up to 85W to the laptop via the USB-C PD input, keeping the hub connected while the laptop charges. Weight stays under 4 ounces, with a 0.6-inch thickness, and a travel pouch is included.
A device to connect your laptop, monitors, and other peripherals simultaneously
Dual HDMI ports support two monitors at the same time, running both at 4K@30Hz or 1080p@60Hz, or a single screen at 4K@60Hz. The HDMI outputs handle 4K resolution, HDR content, and standard 1080p displays across mainstream desktop and laptop monitors. Mirroring and extending displays both work through standard OS settings on macOS, Windows, or ChromeOS. After plugging in the HDMI cables and connecting the dock to a USB-C port, the operating system recognizes the new displays within a few seconds.
The hub provides two USB-A 3.0 ports and one USB-C port for transferring data or connecting accessories. You also get an Ethernet port so you can use a wired network connection with your laptop. An SD and microSD card slot round out the hub’s options, which is handy if you’re constantly switching cards to transfer camera or drone footage.
You also get up to 85W in pass-through charging with this hub. That’s more than enough to charge most laptops with the 15 cm cable built into the laptop. MacBooks, Dell XPS and Pixelbooks, and most recent phones and tablets are compatible with the hub, and many of them can output video through the HDMI ports without any additional drivers or setup. Anker also covers the units with an 18-month warranty, so you can easily get a replacement if any defects arise.
Plugged into a laptop, the hub adds two HDMI outputs, Ethernet, four USB ports, and SD card access through a single USB-C connection. The result is a single point where monitors, networking, peripherals, and charging all meet, with one cable running to the laptop. The price drops from $54 list to $40 with this sale, in time for summer travel and laptop upgrades. Now’s the time to grab this hub and save yourself some frustration if you keep running out of ports.