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Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C vs Anker 552 USB-C

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Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C Hub

Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C Hub

  • Video outputs: 1 × HDMI 2.0.
  • Maximum display output: up to 4K at 60Hz.
  • USB-C PD charging: PD input: up to 100W.
  • Audio / hub features: plug and play.
  • Attached USB-C host cable.
KSh 10,500In Stock
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Anker 552 USB-C Hub (9-in-1, 4K HDMI)

Anker 552 USB-C Hub (9-in-1, 4K HDMI)

  • Video outputs: 1 × HDMI 1.4.
  • USB-C PD charging: up to 100W PD input.
  • Audio / hub features: plug-and-play operation.
  • Host connection: USB-C.
  • Multi-Monitor support: 1 external display.
KSh 10,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C Hub if you want smoother 4K at 60 Hz video output and faster 10 Gbps data transfer.

Portability

Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C Hub
4.76 × 2.17 × 0.6 inches
Anker 552 USB-C Hub
5.12 x 2.36 x 0.59 inches

Audio

Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C Hub
Plug
Anker 552 USB-C Hub
Plug-and-play operation

USB-C PD charging

Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C Hub
PD input: up to 100W
Anker 552 USB-C Hub
Up to 100W PD input

Host connection

Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C Hub
Attached USB-C host cable
Anker 552 USB-C Hub
USB-C

Card reader

Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C Hub
SD and microSD, UHS-I
Anker 552 USB-C Hub
SD and microSD slots

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C Hub

  • Smoother 4K video output: 4K at 60 Hz (vs 4K at 30 Hz).
  • Faster data transfer: 10 Gbps (vs 5 Gbps).

Anker 552 USB-C Hub

No clear advantage over the Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C Hub in the published specifications. Check the detailed comparison for features that matter to you.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityAnker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C HubAnker 552 USB-C Hub
Portability4.76 × 2.17 × 0.6 inches5.12 x 2.36 x 0.59 inches
AudioPlug and playPlug-and-play operation
Video outputs1 × HDMI 2.0, HDR and HDCP 2.21 × HDMI 1.4
Maximum display outputUp to 4K at 60HzHDMI 1.4
USB-C PD chargingPD input: up to 100WUp to 100W PD input
Host connectionAttached USB-C host cableUSB-C

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationAnker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C HubAnker 552 USB-C Hub (9-in-1, 4K HDMI)
BrandAnkerAnker

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationAnker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C HubAnker 552 USB-C Hub (9-in-1, 4K HDMI)
Video Outputs1 × HDMI 2.0; HDR and HDCP 2.21 × HDMI 1.4
Maximum Display OutputUp to 4K at 60HzHDMI 1.4; up to 4K at 30Hz with compatible equipment
Multi-Monitor Support1 external display; mirror or extend1 external display

USB Hub

USB Hub specifications comparison
SpecificationAnker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C HubAnker 552 USB-C Hub (9-in-1, 4K HDMI)
Brand / ModelAnker PowerExpand 8-in-1 / Anker 555 (A8383)Anker 552 USB-C Hub (9-in-1, 4K HDMI)
Hub Type8-in-1 USB-C hub9-in-1 USB-C hub
Host ConnectionAttached USB-C host cableUSB-C
Port Configuration2 × USB-A data; 1 × USB-C data; 1 × USB-C PD input; 1 × HDMI; 1 × Gigabit Ethernet; 1 × SD; 1 × microSD1 USB-C PD input, 1 HDMI output, 1 Ethernet port, 1 USB-A 5Gbps data port, 1 USB-C 5Gbps data port, 2 USB-A 2.0 ports, 1 SD slot and 1 microSD slot

Data

Data specifications comparison
SpecificationAnker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C HubAnker 552 USB-C Hub (9-in-1, 4K HDMI)
USB DataUSB-A and USB-C data ports: up to 10GbpsOne USB-A and one USB-C data port support up to 5Gbps; two additional USB-A ports use USB 2.0
Card ReaderSD and microSD; UHS-ISD and microSD slots
EthernetRJ45; up to 1000Mbps—

Power

Power specifications comparison
SpecificationAnker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C HubAnker 552 USB-C Hub (9-in-1, 4K HDMI)
USB-C PD ChargingPD input: up to 100W; host output: up to 85WUp to 100W PD input; up to 85W available to the laptop after the hub’s 15W allowance
Power Requirements / NotesUSB bus-powered hub; separate USB-C PD charger required for host charging; 15W reserved for hub operationA separate compatible charger is required for laptop PD charging; a higher-rated charger does not increase the hub’s 100W input limit

Audio & Features

Audio & Features specifications comparison
SpecificationAnker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C HubAnker 552 USB-C Hub (9-in-1, 4K HDMI)
Audio / Hub FeaturesPlug and play; HDMI digital audioPlug-and-play operation; steady white operating LED

Compatibility & Physical

Compatibility & Physical specifications comparison
SpecificationAnker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB C HubAnker 552 USB-C Hub (9-in-1, 4K HDMI)
Compatibility / NotesUSB-C hosts with DisplayPort Alt Mode and Power Delivery; supported MacBook, iPad Pro, Dell XPS and Pixelbook models; Nintendo Switch and Apple USB SuperDrive unsupportedUSB-C hosts with DisplayPort Alt Mode for HDMI and USB Power Delivery for charging; plug-and-play
Design / Dimensions / Weight4.76 × 2.17 × 0.6 inches; 4.5 oz5.12 x 2.36 x 0.59 inches
In the BoxUSB-C hub; travel pouch; user documentation; charger not included—

Similarities

  • Both cost KSh 10,500.
  • Both are made by Anker.
  • Both support Ethernet.
  • Both support HDMI.

In summary

Choose Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 C for faster 10 Gbps data transfer.

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