HODO USB-C Docking Station Dual/Triple Monitor Hub

HODO's 8-in-1 USB-C Docking Station turns one full-featured USB-C port into multiple video outputs, three USB ports and up to 100W power delivery for laptops and workstations.

Compact and purpose-built for multi-monitor workflows, this USB-C hub offers 2 HDMI ports, a DisplayPort, and a VGA connector so you can run dual, triple or quadruple display setups depending on your device capabilities. It supports 4K video where available, includes three USB 2.0 ports for peripherals, and passes up to 100W of charging power so your laptop can stay powered while you expand your desktop.

How many external monitors can I run with this dock and at what resolutions?

You can connect up to three displays simultaneously in most Windows systems and use four displays in specific scenarios with lower resolution limits. The dock provides two HDMI outputs, one DisplayPort and one VGA; two HDMI/DP combinations deliver 4K output where supported, while using VGA will limit displays to 1080p.

• Dual-monitor 4K: one HDMI 4K@60Hz and one DP 4K@60Hz (device must support DP1.4 Alt Mode)
• Secondary HDMI: a second HDMI port supports up to 4K@30Hz
• VGA option: available for legacy displays at 1080p, but using it may lower overall resolution
• Quad-display: possible with four outputs but at reduced resolution (depends on host GPU and USB-C Alt Mode support)

Will this hub charge my laptop and how much power does it pass through?

The dock includes a USB-C PD input that accepts up to 100W, and safely delivers up to approximately 87W to your laptop when a suitable power adapter is used. To avoid power warnings and ensure stable charging you should use at least a 65W (preferably 100W) USB-C PD power adapter; the power adapter itself is not included with the dock.

• Power input: supports up to 100W from an external PD charger
• Safe output: roughly 87W available to the connected laptop
• Requirement: host USB-C must support PD and DisplayPort Alt Mode for full functionality
• Note: power cable and adapter are sold separately

Which laptops and ports are compatible with this docking station?

This adapter works with laptops that have a full-featured USB-C port supporting DisplayPort Alternate Mode and Power Delivery. It does not work with USB-C ports that only provide data or charging without video; check your laptop specs to confirm compatibility before purchase.

• Compatible: many modern Dell, HP, Lenovo, Surface, and other Windows laptops with USB-C DP Alt Mode
• Not compatible: USB-C ports lacking video support (data-only or charge-only ports)
• Mac behavior: macOS may mirror external monitors instead of extending them, depending on the system
• Support: vendor assistance available if you encounter setup problems

How do the USB ports and data speeds perform for everyday peripherals?

The docking station includes three USB 2.0 ports designed primarily for keyboards, mice, and low-speed accessories. These ports provide reliable, lag-free connections for input devices and basic flash drives, but they are not suited for high-speed external SSDs or heavy data-transfer tasks.

• Ports: three USB 2.0 Type-A connectors for keyboards, mice, printers, and thumb drives
• Speed: up to 480 Mbps, ideal for peripherals and modest file transfers
• Best use: stable input devices and legacy USB accessories
• Not for: high-bandwidth storage that requires USB 3.x or Thunderbolt speeds

Who is this for? The HODO USB-C Docking Station is intended for professionals and power users who need to expand a laptop’s display and peripheral options without a full docking bay. It's well suited to office setups, conference-room connections, educators using legacy projectors, and anyone who wants multiple screens with a single USB-C cable—provided their laptop supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode and adequate power delivery.