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Baseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C vs Anker USB-C

Compare ports, video output, pass-through charging and data speed.

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Baseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C Hub

Baseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C Hub

  • Audio / hub features: plug and play.
  • Host connection: USB-C.
  • USB data connection for compatible peripherals.
KSh 5,800In Stock
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Anker USB-C Hub (7-in-1, Dual Display)

Anker USB-C Hub (7-in-1, Dual Display)

  • About 96 g.
  • Video outputs: 2 × HDMI.
  • Maximum display output: single: up to 4K/30 Hz. Dual: Windows.
  • USB-C PD charging: 100 W PD input.
  • Audio / hub features: plug and play.
KSh 6,170In Stock
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Anker PowerExpand 7-in-1 USB C HubKSh 9,000
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Anker PowerExpand 3-in-1 USB-C PD HubKSh 3,830
Apple USB Type-C VGA Multiport AdapterKSh 13,500
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Baseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C Hub if you want a lower price (KSh 370 less). Choose the Anker USB-C Hub if you prefer 7-in-1 dual-display USB-C hub.

This comparison is partial: only 6 of the 18 specifications are published for both products. The Baseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C Hub does not list Port Configuration, Card Reader or Video Outputs.

Portability

Baseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C Hub
Compact metal housing
Anker USB-C Hub
About 96 g

Audio / hub features

Baseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C Hub
Plug
Anker USB-C Hub
Plug and play, HDMI digital audio

Host connection

Baseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C Hub
USB-C
Anker USB-C Hub
Attached USB-C host cable

USB data

Baseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C Hub
USB data connection for compatible peripherals
Anker USB-C Hub
One USB-A up to 10 Gbps

Hub type

Baseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C Hub
Multiport USB-C hub
Anker USB-C Hub
7-in-1 dual-display USB-C hub

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Baseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C Hub

  • Lower price: KSh 5,800 (vs KSh 6,170).
  • Hub type: Multiport USB-C hub.

Anker USB-C Hub

  • Hub type: 7-in-1 dual-display USB-C hub.
  • HDMI output.

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PriorityBaseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C HubAnker USB-C Hub
PortabilityCompact metal housingAbout 96 g
Audio / hub featuresPlug and playPlug and play, HDMI digital audio
Host connectionUSB-CAttached USB-C host cable
USB dataUSB data connection for compatible peripheralsOne USB-A up to 10 Gbps
Hub typeMultiport USB-C hub7-in-1 dual-display USB-C hub

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationBaseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C HubAnker USB-C Hub (7-in-1, Dual Display)
BrandBaseusAnker
Model—A8374AA1

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationBaseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C HubAnker USB-C Hub (7-in-1, Dual Display)
Dimensions—Approx. 114 × 54 × 17 mm — Japan specifications
Weight—Approx. 96 g — Japan specifications

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationBaseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C HubAnker USB-C Hub (7-in-1, Dual Display)
Video Outputs—2 × HDMI
Maximum Display Output—Single: up to 4K/30 Hz. Dual: Windows up to 1080p/60 Hz; macOS up to 4K/30 Hz mirroring only
Multi-Monitor Support—2 external displays; Windows supports independent extension; macOS mirrors external screens

USB Hub

USB Hub specifications comparison
SpecificationBaseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C HubAnker USB-C Hub (7-in-1, Dual Display)
Brand / ModelBaseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C HubAnker; A8374AA1
Hub TypeMultiport USB-C hub7-in-1 dual-display USB-C hub
Host ConnectionUSB-CAttached USB-C host cable
Port Configuration—2 × HDMI; 1 × USB-C PD input; 1 × USB-A 10 Gbps; 3 × USB-A 2.0; attached USB-C host cable

Data

Data specifications comparison
SpecificationBaseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C HubAnker USB-C Hub (7-in-1, Dual Display)
USB DataUSB data connection for compatible peripheralsOne USB-A up to 10 Gbps; three USB-A up to 480 Mbps
Card Reader—None
Ethernet—None

Audio & Features

Audio & Features specifications comparison
SpecificationBaseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C HubAnker USB-C Hub (7-in-1, Dual Display)
Audio / Hub FeaturesPlug and playPlug and play; HDMI digital audio

Compatibility & Physical

Compatibility & Physical specifications comparison
SpecificationBaseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C HubAnker USB-C Hub (7-in-1, Dual Display)
Compatibility / NotesCompatible USB-C hosts; functions depend on host capabilitiesWindows 10+, macOS 12+, ChromeOS; host must support DP Alt Mode and USB PD; no independent dual extended displays on macOS; Switch and SuperDrive unsupported
Design / Dimensions / WeightCompact metal housingGray; Approx. 114 × 54 × 17 mm — Japan specifications; Approx. 96 g — Japan specifications
In the Box—Hub and user documentation; charger, charging cable and HDMI cable separate

Power

Power specifications comparison
SpecificationBaseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C HubAnker USB-C Hub (7-in-1, Dual Display)
USB-C PD Charging—100 W PD input; up to 85 W host pass-through; 15 W reserved for hub; compatible charger and cable separate
Power Requirements / Notes—Separate compatible USB-C PD charger and cable required for host charging

Additional specifications

Additional specifications specifications comparison
SpecificationBaseus Metal Gleam 4-Port USB-C HubAnker USB-C Hub (7-in-1, Dual Display)
Colour—Gray
Connector—2 × HDMI; 1 × USB-C PD input; 1 × USB-A 10 Gbps; 3 × USB-A 2.0; attached USB-C host cable
Power—100 W PD input; up to 85 W host pass-through; 15 W reserved for hub; compatible charger and cable separate

In summary

Baseus Metal Gleam USB-C is the lower-priced option; neither stands out on the other features compared here.

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In-stock alternatives

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