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UGREEN 4-Port Powered USB Hub

By Nick Miles ยท Updated 2026-05-09 ยท 7 expert sources

Pros

  • +External 5V/2A power input keeps all four ports stable โ€” external HDDs stay mounted
  • +Aluminum housing handles heat better than plastic under sustained load
  • +USB-C port adds connectivity for modern peripherals
  • +Full 5Gbps USB 3.0 speed across all ports under load
  • +Desk-footprint design stays flat and stable

Cons

  • โˆ’Power adapter not included โ€” requires a 5V/2A USB-C charger
  • โˆ’No HDMI output โ€” purely port expansion
  • โˆ’USB-C port is data-only, not charging passthrough
  • โˆ’Three USB-A plus one USB-C may not be enough for heavy multi-peripheral setups

Score breakdown

  • Expert consensus8.5
  • Effectiveness8.5
  • Build safety8.5
  • Durability8.0
  • Value8.5