StarTech SV211HDUC
- Computers:
- 2
- Video:
- USB-C in
- Power:
- Bus-powered
- Housing:
- Plastic
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Manufacturer: StarTech.com Last updated: September 15, 2026
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StarTech SV211HDUC (USB-C / 2 Computers / HDMI 4K@60Hz Output / Bus-Powered / Compact) Review
The StarTech SV211HDUC is a compact 2-port USB-C KVM switch that outputs to a single 4K@60Hz HDMI monitor, bus-powered with built-in USB-C host cables for both computers.
This is built for the modern USB-C laptop desk setup — no separate power adapter, no cables to hunt down, just plug two USB-C machines in and one button toggles which one drives the shared monitor, keyboard, and mouse. 7.1 audio passthrough is a nice extra for a switch this size. Versus the CalDigit SoHo Dock — that's a full docking station rather than a dedicated KVM, worth it only if you need more ports than switching. Versus StarTech's own SV211DPUA4K — same idea over DisplayPort instead of USB-C, better if your machines don't have USB-C video output.
Bus-Powered, Cables Included
No external power adapter is needed — the switch draws power from the connected USB-C hosts — and both required USB-C cables ship in the box, so it's ready to use straight out of the package.
Compact Footprint
At 140 x 72 x 16mm, this is one of the smaller KVM switches in StarTech's lineup, built to sit unobtrusively between two USB-C laptops and a shared monitor.
Comparison to Alternatives
Versus the CalDigit SoHo Dock — that's a full docking station rather than a dedicated KVM, worth it only if you need more ports than switching. Versus StarTech's own SV211DPUA4K — same idea over DisplayPort instead of USB-C, better if your machines don't have USB-C video output.
Specifications
Design
| Switching Method | Button |
|---|
Topology
| KVM Segment | Desk |
|---|
Video & Features
| Video Standard | USB-C |
|---|---|
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| Audio Support | Yes |
| Computers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Monitors | 1 |
| Video Version | HDMI 2.0 (console output) |
| Max Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Power | Bus-powered (no external adapter needed) |
| Included Cables | USB-C host cables included for both computers |
| Housing | Plastic |
| Dimensions | 140 x 72 x 16 mm (5.5 x 2.8 x 0.6 in) |
| Spec Score | 4.2 |
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Best for
- USB-C laptop users sharing one 4K monitor between two machines.
- Compact desk setups wanting a bus-powered, cable-included solution.
Not for
- Computers without USB-C video (DisplayPort Alt Mode) output.
- Users needing more than 2 computers or dual-monitor output.
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the StarTech SV211HDUC (USB-C / 2 Computers / HDMI 4K@60Hz Output / Bus-Powered / Compact)?
The StarTech SV211HDUC (USB-C / 2 Computers / HDMI 4K@60Hz Output / Bus-Powered / Compact) is a KVM switch from StarTech.com. Key specs: Computers 2, Monitors 1, Video Standard USB-C, Video Version HDMI 2.0 (console output), Max Resolution 4K.
Who is the StarTech SV211HDUC (USB-C / 2 Computers / HDMI 4K@60Hz Output / Bus-Powered / Compact) best suited to?
It suits usb-c laptop users sharing one 4k monitor between two machines., compact desk setups wanting a bus-powered, cable-included solution..
What are the drawbacks of the StarTech SV211HDUC (USB-C / 2 Computers / HDMI 4K@60Hz Output / Bus-Powered / Compact)?
It is a poor fit for computers without usb-c video (displayport alt mode) output., users needing more than 2 computers or dual-monitor output..
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