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UGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking vs Apple USB Type-C VGA Multiport

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UGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking Station

UGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking Station

  • Video outputs: HDMI 1 up to 4K at 60 Hz.
  • Maximum display output: HDMI 2 reaches up to 8K.
  • USB-C PD charging: 1x USB-C PD 3.0 (100W Max).
  • Audio / hub features: 3.5 mm earphone and microphone combo jack.
  • Two HDMI, one DisplayPort, three USB-A data ports.
KSh 28,000In Stock
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Apple USB Type-C VGA Multiport Adapter

Apple USB Type-C VGA Multiport Adapter

  • VGA display output.
  • Maximum display output: up to 1920 × 1080 at 60Hz.
  • USB-C pass-through charging up to 60W.
  • USB-C host connector.
  • VGA, USB-A and USB-C charging ports.
KSh 13,500In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple USB Type-C VGA Multiport Adapter if you want a much lower price (KSh 14,500 less). Choose the UGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking Station if you prefer USB-C multifunction docking station.

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

UGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking Station

  • Hub type: USB-C multifunction docking station.
  • Wired Ethernet port.
  • HDMI output.

Apple USB Type-C VGA Multiport Adapter

  • Lower price: KSh 13,500 (vs KSh 28,000).
  • Hub type: USB-C multiport adapter for VGA display.

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PriorityUGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking StationApple USB Type-C VGA Multiport Adapter
Video outputsHDMI 1 up to 4K at 60 HzVGA display output
Maximum display outputHDMI 2 reaches up to 8K at 30 Hz on compatible Windows hostsUp to 1920 × 1080 at 60Hz
USB-C PD charging1x USB-C PD 3.0 (100W Max)USB-C pass-through charging up to 60W
Host connectionUSB-CUSB-C host connector for a Mac with USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)
USB dataOne USB-A and one USB-C up to 10 Gbit/sUSB-A data transfer up to 5Gbps (USB 3.1 Gen 1)
Hub typeUSB-C multifunction docking stationUSB-C multiport adapter for VGA display, USB-A device and laptop charging

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationUGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking StationApple USB Type-C VGA Multiport Adapter
BrandUGREENApple

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationUGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking StationApple USB Type-C VGA Multiport Adapter
Video OutputsHDMI 1 up to 4K at 60 Hz; HDMI 2 up to 8K at 30 Hz; DisplayPort up to 4K at 60 HzVGA display output
Maximum Display OutputHDMI 2 reaches up to 8K at 30 Hz on compatible Windows hosts; macOS HDMI 2 output is limited to 4K at 60 HzUp to 1920 × 1080 at 60Hz

USB Hub

USB Hub specifications comparison
SpecificationUGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking StationApple USB Type-C VGA Multiport Adapter
Brand / ModelUGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking StationApple USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter
Hub TypeUSB-C multifunction docking stationUSB-C multiport adapter for VGA display, USB-A device and laptop charging
Host ConnectionUSB-C; video-capable host port required for the 8K HDMI connectionUSB-C host connector for a Mac with USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)
Port ConfigurationTwo HDMI, one DisplayPort, three USB-A data ports, one USB-C data port, one USB-C PD input, RJ45, SD, microSD/TF and 3.5 mm audioVGA, USB-A and USB-C charging ports; all three can operate simultaneously

Data

Data specifications comparison
SpecificationUGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking StationApple USB Type-C VGA Multiport Adapter
USB DataOne USB-A and one USB-C up to 10 Gbit/s; two USB-A up to 5 Gbit/s (theoretical rates)USB-A data transfer up to 5Gbps (USB 3.1 Gen 1)
Card ReaderSD and microSD/TF; SD 3.0, theoretical transfer rate up to 104 MB/s—
EthernetRJ45; automatic 10 / 100 / 1000 Mbit/s negotiation—

Power

Power specifications comparison
SpecificationUGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking StationApple USB Type-C VGA Multiport Adapter
USB-C PD Charging1x USB-C PD 3.0 (100W Max)USB-C pass-through charging up to 60W; this port does not support data transfer or video
Power Requirements / NotesExternal USB-C Power Delivery supply recommended for high-power peripherals; compatible host must accept USB-C chargingDraws power from the connected Mac even while it sleeps; unplug when the Mac is not connected to AC power to reduce battery drain

Audio & Features

Audio & Features specifications comparison
SpecificationUGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking StationApple USB Type-C VGA Multiport Adapter
Audio / Hub Features3.5 mm earphone and microphone combo jack—

Compatibility & Physical

Compatibility & Physical specifications comparison
SpecificationUGREEN 12-in-1 8K Universal Docking StationApple USB Type-C VGA Multiport Adapter
Compatibility / NotesWindows and macOS; DisplayLink driver required for the HDMI 1 and DisplayPort outputs. Host video support required for HDMI 2Mac with a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port and a VGA display. For best charging on 15/16-inch MacBook Pro, connect its power adapter directly. Incompatible with G-DRIVE mobile USB 3.0 (HF4F2VC/A) and Apple USB SuperDrive manufactured before autumn 2010.

In summary

Apple Type-C VGA Multiport is the lower-priced option; neither stands out on the other features compared here.

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