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Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station vs Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

USB-C Hubs & Docking Stations Battle
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Plugable

Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station

Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station
94/ 100
Launch MSRP$149 USD
Anker

Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)

Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)
95/ 100
Launch MSRP$37.98 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) BETTER THAN Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station?

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Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station
Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORPlugable 12-in-1Anker 555LEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery CapacityN/AN/A0 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera SensorN/AN/A48 MP
Screen Display SizeN/AN/A6.1"
Chassis WeightN/A118g118g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station:

Comprehensive flagship hardware with verified benchmark scores.

Reasons to buy Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD):
  • 881g lighter chassis (118g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • $111.02000000000001 lower launch MSRP ($37.98 vs $149)

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationPlugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking StationAnker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)
1. Key Hardware Specifications (USB-C Hubs & Docking Stations)
audioSeparate 3.5mm headphone audio out and microphone input jacks
power60W USB-C Host Charging
networkGigabit Ethernet RJ-45 (10/100/1000 Mbps)10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 LAN port
displaysTriple 4K Display Support: 3x HDMI or 3x DisplayPort (DisplayLink DL-6950 chipset)
data ports6x USB 3.0 Type-A ports (5 Gbps) for peripherals1x USB-C 10Gbps data, 2x USB-A 10Gbps high-speed data ports
os supportmacOS (supports multiple independent extended displays on M1/M2/M3/M4 Macs), Windows 11/10, ChromeOS
ports count128
power delivery60W USB-C Host Charging via included power brick
hdmi4K @ 60Hz HDMI 2.0
slotsSD & microSD card reader slots (up to 104 MB/s read/write)
video4K @ 60Hz HDMI 2.0 port for ultra-smooth external monitor output
weight118 g (4.16 oz)
weight g118
materialsSleek aluminum exterior with integrated 0.6ft reinforced nylon cable
pass through100W USB-C Power Delivery pass-through (up to 85W safe charging to laptop)
Launch MSRP$149 USD$37.98 USD
Editorial Lab Verdict

Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 95.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station:
Balanced specifications with Plugable hardware design · Runs Accessories & Power with optimized security support
When to choose Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD):
Higher overall BeastScore: 95.0 vs top rival 94.0 · Lighter body: 118g (881g lighter in hand)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station vs Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)

Which is better: Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station or Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)?

Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) leads with an overall BeastScore of 95.0/100 compared to Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station (94.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 95.0 vs top rival 94.0 and Lighter body: 118g (881g lighter in hand).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station and Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)?

Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station is equipped with a display and standard battery, while Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) features a display and standard battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station and Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD)?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Plugable 12-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station achieves a 94/100 performance score, while Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1 100W PD) scores 94/100.