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Plugable Thunderbolt 3 Dock Compatible with MacBook and Windows with Thunderbolt 3, Charges Laptop, adds HDMI/DisplayPort up to 4K 60, Ethernet, 5 USB 3.0 Ports - Limited Stock Replaced by TBT3-UDZ
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Brand | Plugable |
Color | Space Gray |
Hardware Interface | Thunderbolt 3 |
Compatible Devices | Apple Intel Macs with Thunderbolt 3, Apple M1 Macs (one display only), Dell laptops (such as XPS 13 & XPS 15) with Thunderbolt 3, HP laptops with Thunderbolt 3 (such as many Spectre x360), Lenovo laptops with Thunderbolt 3 See more |
Total USB Ports | 5 |
Product Dimensions | 7.28"L x 3.74"W x 1.26"H |
Number of Ports | 10 |
Item Weight | 415 Grams |
Wattage | 60 watts |
About this item
- Features - Provides up to 60W of power to compatible Thunderbolt 3 systems. Enables an additional display, wired Gigabit Ethernet, combination audio input/output, and USB expansion with 1x Thunderbolt 3 port (40Gbps), and 5x USB 3.0 ports (5Gbps)
- Connectivity - Connect a single display up to 4K 60Hz via the integrated DisplayPort output, or an HDMI display using the included Active DisplayPort to HDMI 2.0 adapter. Also supports popular lower resolution modes such as 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Expandability - The second Thunderbolt 3 port within the dock supports a second monitor when used in conjunction with a USB-C Alt Mode video adapter (sold separately) and a compatible host system. Port can also be used to connect USB-C devices
- Compatibility - Supports native DisplayPort or HDMI displays using included DP to HDMI Active Adapter. Not compatible with previous generation Thunderbolt 1 and 2 systems. Please see important compatibility details regarding Windows systems below
- 2 Year Warranty - We love our Plugable products, and hope you will too. All of our products are backed with a 2-year limited parts and labor warranty as well as Seattle-based email support
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Value for money | 3.6 | 2.9 | 3.6 | 3.7 | 4.0 | 3.4 |
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hardware interface | thunderbolt 3 | hdmi, ethernet, usb, thunderbolt, usb3.0 | usb docking station | thunderbolt | thunderbolt 4, usb, usb c, usb3.0, usb2.0, ethernet | thunderbolt |
number of ports | 10 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 11 | 16 |
number of usb ports | 5 | 3 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 5 |
HDMI ports | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 11 | 2 |
compatible devices | Apple Intel Macs with Thunderbolt 3, Apple M1 Macs (one display only), Dell laptops (such as XPS 13 & XPS 15) with Thunderbolt 3, HP laptops with Thunderbolt 3 (such as many Spectre x360), Lenovo laptops with Thunderbolt 3 | Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 / Thunderbolt 3 / USB-C Windows and Mac laptops including Apple M1 Pro/Max, M2 Pro/Max MacBook, Dell (Latitude / XPS), Lenovo (Thinkpad / IdeaPad / Yoga), HP (ProBook / EliteBook / Spectre x360), Framework (Intel Processors), Microsoft (Surface Pro 9,8 / Surface Laptop Studio / Surface Laptop 5) Systems | Windows 10 / 11 & ChromeOS 100 or newer & macOS 11 and later Supports full-featured USB-C, USB4, and Thunderbolt 3 / Thunderbolt 4 systems, including: M1 / M2 / M3 (M1 Pro/Max, M2 Pro/Max, M3 Pro/Max); Intel-based Thunderbolt 3 MacBooks (late 2016+) Dell XPS, Latitude, Inspiron series with full-featured USB-C, USB4, or Thunderbolt 3 / 4 Microsoft Surface Pro / Go / Book / Laptop models with USB-C, USB4, or Thunderbolt 4 HP ProBook, EliteBook, Spectre x360 series with full-featured USB-C, USB4, or Thunderbolt 3 / 4 Lenovo ThinkPad, IdeaPad, and Yoga with full-featured USB-C, USB4, or Thunderbolt 3 / 4 LG Gram with full-featured USB-C, USB4, or Thunderbolt 3 / 4 & thousands of other laptops which are compliant with full-featured, standards-compliant USB-C ports | USB-C / USB4 / Thunderbolt 3 / Thunderbolt 4 Mac M1 / M2 / M3 (M1 Pro/Max, M2 Pro/Max, M3 Pro/Max) and Windows Systems | Laptop/Personal Computer, Tablets, Chromebooks | Windows 11 Thunderbolt 4 hosts (Dell XPS, Lenovo Thinkpad, HP ProBook), macOS Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 hosts with macOS 11+ M1 / M2 / M3 (M1 Pro/Max, M2 Pro/Max, M3 Pro/Max) |
wattage | 60 watts | 96 watts | 60 watts | 100 watts | — | 100 watts |
weight | 415 grams | 320 grams | 2.4 pounds | — | 0.88 pounds | — |
Product Description
Product Description
Plugable’s Thunderbolt 3 Single Display Docking Station (TBT3-UDV) offers high-performance expansion of your Thunderbolt 3-enabled Mac or compatible Windows Thunderbolt 3 system while also providing up to 60W of power to charge the host. Connect a single display up to 4K 60Hz (4096x2160 @ 60Hz) via the integrated DisplayPort output, or an HDMI display using the included Active DisplayPort to HDMI adapter. Thunderbolt 3’s massive 40Gbps bandwidth enables you to run your high resolution display connected through the dock at the full native performance of your system’s graphics processor while also enabling access to your wired network and existing USB peripherals.
Supports connection to wired Gigabit Ethernet networks using the integrated Intel i210 network adapter and 10Gbps peer-to-peer networking when directly connected to a second Thunderbolt 3-enabled system. Provides a combined analog audio input and output jack for connecting stereo headphones or a combination headset with microphone. Provides five extra USB 3.0 (5Gbps) ports for device connectivity (one in front, four in back). Is positioned vertically to save space, and has a removable stand that also allows the unit to be placed horizontally.
Thunderbolt 3 compatibility is complex, and some features like PCI-E bandwidth, support for 2 displays over Thunderbolt 3, and the necessary firmware updates for docking compatibility (BIOS and NVM) are system-specific. Apple and Dell Thunderbolt 3 systems are currently the best-performing, best-supported systems with this docking station. Please see the “Specification Sheet.pdf” document under the “Technical Specification” section below for a more detailed compatibility list.
For details on supported monitor configurations and what components are needed to add a second display, and non-Apple and Dell compatibility, please see additional details below. The dock can provide up to 60W of power to charge the host system, assuming the system supports being charged via its Thunderbolt 3 port. Windows systems require updated NVM firmware, system BIOS, and Thunderbolt/GPU drivers from the system manufacturer (Apple systems provide this automatically). The ability to add a second display depends on design decisions made by your system manufacturer and requires additional hardware, sold separately. Some Thunderbolt 3 systems support a maximum of 20Gbps Thunderbolt 3 bandwidth. The docking station will not function if attached to a non-Thunderbolt 3 capable USB-C port.
System Requirements
Compatible with Apple and Dell systems which have Thunderbolt 3 support. Other brand Thunderbolt 3 systems may work but not support all of the functionality of the dock. Please see important details regarding system compatibility, frequently asked questions and more below.
Compatibility Information
Thunderbolt 3 is powerful technology, and system manufacturers have discretion how they implement various elements and features. As a result, compatibility information is complex and some available Thunderbolt 3 systems do not support all the features offered by this docking station.
Some systems support a second display using a USB-C video adapter or cable, sold separately. To support a second display via the dock, the system manufacturer must have routed two DisplayPort lines to the Thunderbolt 3 port. Currently all Thunderbolt 3 systems from Apple using Intel processors and Dell meet this requirement, and implementation from other manufacturers varies. ** Apple systems with an Apple M1 processor support only one display **
Requires updated system BIOS, Thunderbolt 3 driver, Thunderbolt 3 NVM firmware and graphics (GPU) driver from system manufacturer.
If you have a Thunderbolt 3 host system which supports two video outputs, a separate purchase of one of the following Plugable adapter models is required: USBC-DP, USBC-HDMI, USBC-DVI, USBC-VGA Please see the FAQ section below for more information.
Compatible Systems:
- Apple MacBook Pro 2016/2017/2018/2019/2020 with Intel processors (systems with Apple M1 processors support only one display)
- Apple MacBook Air 2018/2019/2020 with Intel processors (systems with Apple M1 processors support only one display)
- Apple Mac mini 2018 with Intel processors. (systems with Apple M1 processors support only one display)
- Apple iMac 2017/2019 with Intel processors (systems with Apple M1 processors support only one display)
- Dell XPS 12 9250, Dell XPS 13 9350, 9360, 9365, 9370, 9380 Dell XPS 15 9550, 9560
- Dell Latitude 7275, 7370
- Dell Precision 15 3510, 3520, 5510, 5520, 7510, 7520, Dell Precision 17 7710, 7720 (Precision systems with certain CPU and GPU configurations have power requirements above 130W and do not support charging via Thunderbolt 3)
Important Note Regarding Dell Thunderbolt 3 systems—Some Dell XPS and Precision models include Thunderbolt 3 support by default, while with other models Thunderbolt 3 is optional. Please ensure your Dell system has Thunderbolt 3 support prior to purchasing the dock.
Unsupported Systems:
- Asus G703VI, Lenovo Thinkpad P50 and P70, Dell Alienware 15 R2, Razer Blade Stealth, Porsche Design BOOK ONE
Other Thunderbolt 3 systems may be compatible, but have not been confirmed by Plugable. Please reach out to us directly for more information prior to purchase if your system is not listed above.
In the Box
Thunderbolt 3 TBT3-UDV docking station, 0.5 meter (20 inches) Thunderbolt 3 40Gbps cable, DisplayPort to HDMI active adapter, quick installation guide and a 20V/6.75A (135W) power adapter (US AC Wall Outlet Plug, 100-240V 50/60Hz)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Does the TBT3-UDV charge/power my system?
A: Yes, the dock can provide up to 60W of power to charge the host system assuming the host can be charged via its Thunderbolt 3 port. In order to charge, the system must be connected to the Thunderbolt 3 port on the back of the dock labeled with the “Computer” icon.
Q: How much power is provided via the two Thunderbolt 3 ports on the back of the dock?
A: The Thunderbolt 3 port labeled with the “Computer” icon can provide up to 60W of power. The other Thunderbolt 3 port can provide up to 15W.
Q: I don’t like the vertical orientation of the dock, can I use it in a horizontal orientation?
A: Yes, the dock stand is removable without tools to allow the dock to be placed horizontally.
Q: My Mac system included a 87W power adapter, will the dock’s 60W output charge my system?
A: Yes, but at a slightly slower rate compared to the 87W power adapter
Q: Is the TBT3-UDV supported in Operating Systems running in a Boot Camp environment?
A: Not at this time.
Q: Is the Apple SuperDrive supported?
A: The Apple SuperDrive is not supported.
Q: Is Wake-on-LAN supported via the Ethernet adapter within the dock?
A: No, Wake-on-LAN is not supported.
Q: Do I need to install any drivers to use the dock?
A: With macOS and Windows 11, 10 and 8.1, the operating system will download and install the necessary drivers. When using Windows 7 64-bit, you will need to install a separate USB and network drivers.
Q: Can I add a second display through the second Thunderbolt 3 port on the docking station?
A: As noted above, some Thunderbolt 3 systems support two displays, while others only support one. This behavior is entirely based on engineering decisions from your system manufacturer.
Q: I’ve confirmed my system supports two displays via Thunderbolt 3. What type of monitors are supported?
A: The docking station includes a pure DisplayPort output, which means you can connect a DisplayPort monitor via a DisplayPort cable. If you wish to connect an HDMI monitor, please use the included Active DisplayPort to HDMI converter which supports monitors up to 4K 60Hz refresh. If using a DVI or VGA monitor, separate Active DisplayPort to DVI or Active DisplayPort to VGA adapters can be used. ** Active adapters are required, passive adapters will not work **
Q: Does the docking station work on Linux?
A: The docking station does not currently support Linux.
Q: Which Plugable USB-C Alt Mode Adapters or DisplayPort adapters are compatible with the dock?
A: Please use the included Active DisplayPort to HDMI adapter (maximum resolution of 4K 60Hz refresh) to convert from DP to HDMI. To convert the DisplayPort output to DVI or VGA, please purchase separately an Active DisplayPort to DVI or VGA adapter. Adapter MUST be of the Active type, Passive adapters do not work. For systems which support a second display output through the docking station via USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 Alt Mode, please search for Plugable’s USB-C to video adapters and/or cables on Amazon.
Q: Does the docking station support Dual-Link DVI output?
A: No.
Q: Is there a recommended DisplayPort cable for use with this dock?
A: We suggest using DisplayPort cables which are certified for DP 1.2 operation, and shorter cables will generally produce the best results.
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Designed for both Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C | Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C | Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C | Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C | Thunderbolt 4, USB4, USB-C, and more* |
Power Delivery to host | 60W | 100W (96W Certified) | 100W (96W Certified) | 60W to host and 15W for each attached device |
Number of displays supported | 2 (with separate adapter) | 2 (4K 60Hz displays via Thunderbolt 3) or 2 (1080p 60Hz or single 4K 30Hz display via USB-C.) | 2 (4k 60Hz displays via Thunderbolt 3) or 2 (1080p 60Hz displays via USB-C) | 2x 4K or 1x 8K (1x USB-C HDMI 2.0 adapter included) |
Video output types | 1x DisplayPort, 1x Thunderbolt 3 output (with separate adapter) | 1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort (or second HDMI with included adapter) | 2x DisplayPort or HDMI | 3x Thunderbolt USB-C ports (1x USB-C to HDMI adapter included) |
Includes DisplayPort to HDMI adapter? | ✓ | ✓ | - | - |
DisplayPort adapters support (e.g., DP to HDMI adapter) | Only supports ACTIVE adapters | Only supports ACTIVE adapters | - | - |
Orientation | Vertical or Horizontal | Horizontal | Vertical or Horizontal | Horizontal |
Product information
Product Dimensions | 3.74 x 7.28 x 1.26 inches |
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Item Weight | 14.6 ounces |
ASIN | B075M1XHCK |
Item model number | TBT3-UDV |
Customer Reviews |
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Best Sellers Rank | #27,317 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) #1,134 in Laptop Docking Stations |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Connectivity technologies | wired |
Special features | 2x Thunderbolt™ 3 |
Other display features | Wireless |
Color | Space Gray |
Manufacturer | Plugable |
Date First Available | October 27, 2017 |
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Customers like the quality, ease of setup, and appearance of the docking station. For example, they mention it's durable, easy to plug and play, and looks good. Some are happy with the support. That said, opinions are mixed on value, usb ports, performance, and connectivity.
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Customers like the quality of the docking station. They mention that the build is excellent, durable, and works as expected. Some say that the base has enough heft that it is difficult to knock over in normal use. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...by the stand, which is made of heavy metal and is actually stable with the dock vertical, even with a bunch of cables coming out the front and back...." Read more
"This is a really great Thunderbolt 3 dock...." Read more
"Really like the look and feel of the Plugable Dock. Solid build and looks great on the desk. Plenty of ports for all my peripherals...." Read more
"...But I don't need it anymore. I am so impressed with the build quality and performance of the docking station that I may get a Plugable Hub for the..." Read more
Customers find the docking station easy to set up. They mention it's convenient and simple to use. Some say that it takes about 3 minutes to hook up and works great. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of setup and use of the dock.
"...It makes it super quick and easy to use the laptop with a host of other peripherals...." Read more
"...It looks awesome with aluminum casing etc. No need to read a manual, just plug your cable in and plug into a single USB-C port...." Read more
"...The power supply is designed to make these easy to swap out...." Read more
"This dock is great, it simplifies all of the plugging/unplugging of peripherals to my MacBook Pro 13 whenever I want to use my dual monitor setup...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the docking station. They mention that it looks good, is nicely designed, and is ergonomic. Some are happy with the power and the images on their 32" monitor are fantastic.
"...It is visually appealing as well (as much as a dock can be)...." Read more
"...Solid build and looks great on the desk. Plenty of ports for all my peripherals...." Read more
"...The images on me 32" monitor are fantastic, yes it is expensive, but it's the best piece of equipment I. own, last week my computer was attacked by..." Read more
"Overall, the product does its job. The design is slick and works fine for my Dell XPS 9560. However, a few things are noted:1...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the support provided by the electronic device docking station. They mention that the product support provided is amazing, excellent, and expertly supported. Customers also appreciate the quick response, and the troubleshooting advice provided by customer support.
"...affordable, downloading drivers for it is easy and the customer support is very helpful and responsive." Read more
"...They are quick to respond, provide lot's of troubleshooting advice and really seem to care that the product exceeds your expectations...." Read more
"...The dock was up and running in less than 5 minutes. Excellent customer support. I connect to two monitors and one was not working...." Read more
"The product support provided is amazing...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the docking station. Some mention that it works extremely well, while others say that it fails at its only purpose. Some say that the dock works fine powering a single external display, while other say that they can't use it with their setup and that the boot speed becomes slower.
"This works great as a full docking station for my 2017 MacBook Pro 13...." Read more
"...like that the laptop powers down to sleep and back up, and everything works again (although the LAN takes about 20 seconds to come back online)...." Read more
"...ports that were a bit too recessed, resulting in the cable falling out at the slightest touch...." Read more
"...a very long time and I can confirm this docking station works beautifully with the newest, top end HP Spectre x360 13t convertible laptop...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the USB ports of the docking station. Some mention that it includes a respectable set of ports, while others say that two USB-A ports didn't work and are unreliable. Some customers also report issues with the USB equipment plugged into the unit and the dock no longer charges their laptop.
"...Solid build and looks great on the desk. Plenty of ports for all my peripherals...." Read more
"...The result was that everything worked, except their systems didn't charge...." Read more
"...The biggest plus for me was that it came with an active DisplayPort to HDMI adapter, so that I could plug in my 4K display and have it working at..." Read more
"...It worked well until a month ago when I started having problems with some of the USB equipment plugged into the unit...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the Thunderbolt dock. Some mention it's well worth the price, while others say it'll be an incredibly expensive waste of time. It's not cheap, but it'd be better off buying a cheaper dock.
"...It's pricey but does exactly what I need it to...." Read more
"...but on Amazon it's only $240 which is a damn good price." Read more
"...The images on me 32" monitor are fantastic, yes it is expensive, but it's the best piece of equipment I. own, last week my computer was attacked by..." Read more
"...CON: It's pricey and has some pretty annoying reliability issues...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the connectivity of the docking station. Some mention that it provides additional connections to one Thunderbolt 3 device, while others say that it constantly drops connections.
"...average download/upload speeds of 100 Mb/S. Also, you can connect your old USB data hub and enjoy even more extended connectivity...." Read more
"...It drops the connection instantly and then takes a solid 20-30 seconds to bring everything back up...." Read more
"...This allows one plug connectivity and I can keep my travel charger at home which lightens my computer bag...." Read more
"...The problem is: it drops connections, and overall feels very finnicky...." Read more
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The main difference between this dock and the cheaper, older Plugable Thunderbolt 3 dock is 5 USB-A 3.0 ports instead of 2, and the vertical stand. I am impressed by the stand, which is made of heavy metal and is actually stable with the dock vertical, even with a bunch of cables coming out the front and back. The stand is actually much heavier than the dock itself, and I'm impressed that they include it considering it must make shipping more expensive.
The dock itself feels like a quality item, although it's plastic and doesn't weigh much. The included 135W power supply is a little bulky, but again looks like a quality item, with a fairly large (but not huge) inline AC/DC converter with a detachable AC cord on one side, and a thick 20v cord running to the dock with built-in velcro cord management on the other. The power supply is standard and easily replaceable. The power cable plugs in tightly, and feels secure. Included with the dock is a DisplayPort to HDMI 2.0 converter which is capable of 4Kx2K @60Hz, or 1080p @120Hz. The dock itself is solid state, with no fans, so it's silent but doesn't seem to run hot.
There are other docks with similar port counts, but this one has more USB-A ports than most, Ethernet, and DisplayPort/HDMI/USB-C video (up to 2 displays, or more with Thunderbolt daisy-chaining). I did my research, and this is the only dock that combines this great combo of ports and is stable and reliable.
There are four USB A ports on the back, and the bottom two don't work at all - I'm not sure why (see update below)
I'm currently running two screens, one via the DVI port with the HDMI adapter, and one via the downstream TB port.
I also like that the laptop powers down to sleep and back up, and everything works again (although the LAN takes about 20 seconds to come back online).
UPDATE:
The lower two USB-A ports on the back didn't work at all, so I looked around for a solution. Apparently, the dock uses Fresco Logic USB chips for the top two working USB-A ports, and the working front USB-A port, but uses ASMedia chips for the bottom two USB-A ports. My Windows Device Manager reported no errors, but those ASMedia USB ports didn't work. I needed a new driver. For some reason (angry) Plugable doesn't offer any drivers on the support page for this product. But I found them at a Dell site, since Dell's docks also use the ASMedia chips. I downloaded from Dell, because there are lots of shady download sites that will SAY they have the file, but may have a virus instead. Search for "Dell ASMedia USB 3.0 Extended Host Controller Driver", and the right result should come up. I extracted the driver from the Dell download to my C drive, and then pointed Windows Device Manager (ASMedia Controller) at it. I then had another device show up on Windows Device Manager, the ASMedia Root Hub, with errors. I pointed it at the same extraction location, and the problem was solved.
Everything about the dock now works for me...but I'm still scoring it 4 stars for making it difficult. Provide the right support (downloads) on the product page, and I'd give it 5 stars.
One thing to note is that the cable that comes with this dock is only half a meter long, which was too short for my needs. After doing some research I found that passive Thunderbolt 3 cables that support full 40Gbps speed max out at 0.5 meters long. My choices were either an active Thunderbolt 3 cable, which are pretty expensive as they contain additional chips and whatnot to support the full 40Gbps speed, or a longer 1 meter passive cable that can only do 20Gbps. I was worried the slower speed cable wouldn't work with this dock, but I consulted with Plugable support, and they said the longer 20Gbps cable should work fine, but it will only be able to drive a single 4K display instead of dual 4K displays. Since I only have one 4K display I went ahead and tried it, and it works great!
Also of note: The first dock I got had USB-C ports that were a bit too recessed, resulting in the cable falling out at the slightest touch. Thankfully Plugable's support is top notch, and I had a new dock in hand very quickly that worked great, and they provided everything I needed to ship the defective one back.
I finally have a single-cable solution for my MacBook Pro, and it's really awesome. This is the dock to get!
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Besides the cable, it's great! I was so happy to plug in my usbc dongle that I have been using up to this point into the usbc port on the dock and now I have 8 usb ports. My audio interface works on the dongle with no latency problems all 8 ports work the same, it's an absolute dream! You have no idea how much this makes the recording studio more versatile!
iMac 5Kに本機を接続し、USB端子からRAIDにつないでみたが、今までのUSB-C経由のハブを通してのUSB接続よりはパフォーマンスが上がったように見える。HDDのアクセス音が違う。
コスパとしては微妙なところだが、とにかくパフォーマンスが上がった事で星4つとした。
追補:本機の電源がオンであればホストマシンの状態に関わらずUSB端子にも電圧は出てくるので、USB端子を使った電源連動タップのような物には適さない。