USB hub for 2 4k monitors + Ethernet

[wonderings]

I am looking for a USB-C hub for my bosses MacBook Pro M3 Pro. I did not think this would be difficult but everything I have seen on Amazon will use the MacBook Pro screen and for 2 externals they will be the same image, so not displaying 3 separate screens ultimately. Seems this is no problem if you are on Windows with these hubs.

I need 2 HDMI ports for the screens he uses, no USB-C display ports available. Also need ethernet, but could probably live without the ethernet if that was just not available. Does anyone know of a model that will work for this?

 

[Bigwaff]

MBP M3 only supports a single external display unless you get a USB hub which support DisplayLink. MBP M3 Pro/Max support multiple external displays w/out hub.

 

[wonderings]

MBP M3 only supports a single external display unless you get a USB hub which support DisplayLink. MBP M3 Pro/Max support multiple external displays w/out hub.

Sorry I missed adding the other "pro" It is a MacBook Pro M3 Pro... can we get pro in there a few more times?

 

[padams35]

You need to look at Thunderbolt Docks, not USB-C Hubs.

MacOS doesn't use Multi-Stream Transport (MST) which is required for DisplayPort monitor daisy chaining (and for separate displays on USB-C hubs).


Maybe one of these?

OWC Thunderbolt mini Dock

The 5-in-1 Thunderbolt 3 port expansion solution that connects two 4K displays, two USB devices, and a Gigabit Ethernet network via one integrated cable.

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OWC Thunderbolt Hub - Add Three More Thunderbolt (USB-C) Ports

Add three Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) and one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port to your Mac or PC and connect more storage, displays, and accessories.

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The first provides 2x HDMI and Ethernet, but does not have device charging. The second has device charging, but would need USB-C to HDMI adapters/cables.

 

[wonderings]

So even something like this:

UGREEN Revodok USB C Docking Station Dual 4K@60Hz HDMI, 6-in-1 USB C Hub Dual Monitor with 4K@60Hz HDMI, PD Charging, USB C and 2 USB A 3.0 Data Port for XPS, ThinkPad, Surface Pro and More

docking station with dual 4k 60Hz HDMI and USB-C USB-A 3.0 Port

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which has 2 4K HDMI slots would not send out separate screens? I am a bit surprised at this, never been one for multiple monitors so learning this now as I get the boss setup. He had 2 screens going before on external using one with HDMI and 1 with USB-C thunderbolt. Did not think it would be an issue to do with this with 2 HDMI

 

[padams35]

Nope. The product description itself states:

• Dual 4K@60hz Output: Docking station dual HDMI expands 2 monitors up to 4K@60hz at the same time for seamless multitasking and stunning visuals, boost your productivity. Support up to 8K@30Hz when connected to a single monitor, keeping every incredible moment detailed and ultra-vivid. Note: macOS does not support MST mode. Ensure your laptop support video output and DP 1.4 to get 4K@60Hz

• (bolded for emphasis)

 

[mfram]

USB-C doesn't have the bandwidth for 2 4K displays @ 60Hz with MacOS. Let alone the ethernet. Which is why you need Thunderbolt docks.

 

[wonderings]

So my mixup was in USB-C and Thunderbolt naming. From what I see this covers what I need with the ability to run 2 external screens as well as have ethernet and power the M3 Pro

Plugable Thunderbolt 4 Dock with 100W Charging, Thunderbolt Certified, Laptop Docking Station Dual Monitor Single 8K or Dual 4K HDMI for Windows and Mac, 4X USB, Gigabit Ethernet (TBT4-UD5)

A “do-it-all” dock, the Thunderbolt Certified TBT4-UD5 Thunderbolt 4 hub stands out as a versatile and powerful hub for modern workspaces. Its robust design includes an array of 13 ports, catering to a wide range of connectivity needs. Starting with the 40Gbps Thunderbolt 4 host port, this TB4 do...

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