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HP USB-C Dock G5 vs StarTech.com 2-Port Thunderbolt 4 Hub: Comparison
HP USB-C Dock G5 and StarTech.com 2-Port Thunderbolt 4 Hub separate most on total ports: HP USB-C Dock G5 at 10, StarTech.com 2-Port Thunderbolt 4 Hub at 2, 80% in favour of HP USB-C Dock G5.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Type | USB-C (DisplayPort Alt Mode, non-Thunderbolt) | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Port Configuration | 1x USB-C host cable, 1x USB-C data (15W), 4x USB-A 5Gbps, 2x DisplayPort, 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x RJ45, 1x combo audio | 1x TB4 upstream, 1x TB4 downstream (daisy chain / port expansion only) |
| Max Display Support | Up to 3 displays | None (pass-through only, relies on host GPU) |
| Max Display Resolution | Dual 4K@30Hz or Single 4K@60Hz | N/A (pass-through) |
| Total Ports | 10 | 2-80% |
| Power Delivery | 100 W | None (no host charging) |
| Ethernet | Yes | No |
| Brand | HP | StarTech.com |
| Model | USB-C Dock G5 | 2-Port Thunderbolt 4 Hub |
| OS Compatibility | Windows 10/11, macOS, ChromeOS | Mac, Windows |
| Price | ~$130 | ~$70 |
Verdict
HP USB-C Dock G5
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A practical, low-cost dock for standard office fleets that don't need Thunderbolt speed.
StarTech.com 2-Port Thunderbolt 4 Hub
5 / 10 Expert Rating
Does exactly one job, adding a second Thunderbolt port, and does it cheaply; not a dock replacement.