Microsoft Surface is a computer hardware product line from Microsoft. The lineup features an incredibly portable and lightweight design. For this reason, they usually come with a limited number of I/O ports. And you will likely face issues when you want to connect multiple devices at once to the tablet or laptop.
So it is a good idea to pick up a USB adapter or hub to use with your Surface devices. So you can connect multiple devices at home and on the go. While there are so many choices on the market, it is not easy to pick the right one for your current Surface model. To help you find the perfect one, we have listed all our favorite adapters, hubs, and docking stations that are compatible with Surface devices.
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- USB-C Adapters, Hubs, and Docking Stations
- USB-A Adapters, Hubs, and Docking Stations
- Surface Docks
- Thunderbolt™️ 4 Docks
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1 USB-C Adapters, Hubs, and Docking Stations
Since the Microsoft Surface comes with a USB-C port, it opens up the possibility of wide connectivity options via a compatible USB-C adapter, hubs, docking, display-out, and charging. Here are the Surface devices that have only USB-C ports:
- Surface Go (all gens)
- Surface Pro 7 or later
- Surface Book 2 or later
- Surface Laptop 3 or later
- Surface Laptop Go (all gens)
- Surface Laptop SE (all gens)
- Surface Laptop Studio (all gens)
Microsoft Surface USB-C to USB 3.0 Adapter
A compact & easy way to get a full-size USB-A port
If you're looking to access your old USB-A devices or add an extra full-size USB-A port for your Microsoft Surface, this Surface USB Type-C to USB Type-A adapter is the best companion. This Surface adapter features a compact, strong, and sturdy design that will last very long with reliable connectivity.
It supports the USB 3.1 Gen 1 standard which is capable of transferring data at super speed up to 5Gbps. It's also backward compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0.
- Portability & Design
- Portable, strong, and well constructed.
- Color: Black
- Connectivity
- It turns a USB-C port into a USB-A port.
- Supports USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5 Gbps) also compatible with USB 3.0/2.0.
- Supported Surface Devices Surface Go 1-3 Surface Pro 7-8 Surface Pro X Surface Laptop 3-4 Surface Laptop Go Surface Book 2-3 Surface Laptop Studio Surface Duo 1-2
Syntech USB Type-C to USB Type-A Adapter (2 Pack)
2 x Compact & Multi-Stylish Metallic Non-Slip USB-C to USB-A Adapters
The Full-size USB port is also known as USB Type-A is the most popular I/O port ever made and has many peripheral still rely on this port for its connectivity including computer mouse, keyboard, printer, external hard drive, and so on. Since recently made laptop started to adopt USB Type-C as a new standard, you're more likely to lack USB-A ports when you need to connect to your old peripherals. This tiny dongle can turn your Microsoft Surface USB-C port into a USB-A 3.0 port instantly without any driver needed.
This little dongle features a stylish design with zinc alloy metallic minimalist and delicate non-slip embossment. It is available in two packs and has four colors for you to pick from.
- Portability & Design
- Adapter length: 5-1/2 inches
- Colors: Gold Rose Gold Silver Space Gray
- Connectivity
- It turns a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3/4 port into a USB-A port
- Supports USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5 Gbps) also compatible with USB 3.0/2.0
- Supports all USB Type-C enabled devices including MacBook, tablets, and phones
- Outstanding Features
- Certified by USB-IF to be compliant with USB 3.1 Gen 1 standard
- Power output up to 5V/3A
- Package Contents
- 2 x USB-C to USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 adapter
Microsoft Surface USB-C to VGA Adapter
A portable adapter to connect your Microsoft Surface to VGA compliant display
The Surface USB-C to VGA Adapter lets you mirror or extend your Microsoft Surface screen to any VGA enabled displays. This adapter lets you share photos, videos, and presentations on a larger monitor, TV, or projector with ease. It's compact, highly portable, and lightweight easy to keep along for school or work without taking up space in your bag.
- Portability & Design
- Portable, strong, and well constructed.
- Color: Black
- Connectivity
- It turns a USB-C port into a VGA port.
- Compatible with all VGA-enabled displays.
- Supported Surface Devices Surface Go 1-3 Surface Pro 7-8 Surface Pro X Surface Laptop 3-4 Surface Laptop Go Surface Book 2-3 Surface Laptop Studio Surface Duo 1-2
Microsoft Surface USB-C to HDMI Adapter
A portable adapter to connect your Microsoft Surface to a bigger screen
The Surface USB-C to HDMI Adapter lets you mirror or extend your Microsoft Surface screen to any HDMI enabled displays. This adapter supports the latest HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2 compliant that output high resolution up to Ultra HD (4K - 4096x2160)@60Hz.
On top of that, it is an Active format adapter that will also support AMD Eyefinity and Nvidia GSync features. It's compact, highly portable, and lightweight easy to keep along for school or work without taking up space in your bag.
- Portability & Design
- Portable, strong, and well constructed.
- Color: Black
- Connectivity
- It turns a USB-C port into an HDMI port.
- HDMI 2.0 compatible, HDCP 2.2 compliant, and 4K-ready.
- Active format adapter that supports AMD Eyefinity and Nvidia.
- Supported Surface Devices Surface Go 1-3 Surface Pro 7-8 Surface Pro X Surface Laptop 3-4 Surface Laptop Go Surface Book 2-3 Surface Laptop Studio Surface Duo 1-2
UNI USB-C to HDMI Adapter
High-quality USB-C to HDMI Adapter
The UNI USB-C to HDMI Adapter lets you mirror or extend your Microsoft Surface screen to any HDMI-compliant displays with high resolution up to Ultra HD ([email protected] - 4096x2160). It supports HDCP 2.2 compliant for playing protected content from iTunes, Netflix, DirectTV & more.
It made from premium aluminum alloy casing for better heat insulation and lasts longer. It is available in both Silver and Space Gray.
- Portability & Design
- Adapter length: 6 inches (150 mm)
- Colors: Silver Space Gray
- Connectivity
- It turns a USB-C port to an HDMI port
- HDMI 2.0 compatible and 4K-ready ([email protected]).
- Supports HDCP 2.2 compliant for playing protected content from iTunes/Netflix/DirectTV & more.
- Outstanding Features
- Premium aluminum alloy casing for better heat insulation and lasts longer
- Braided nylon cable for extra strength and durability
- Package Contents
- 1 x USB-C to HDMI adapter
- Lifetime warranty
UNI USB-C to DisplayPort Cable - 6ft
High-quality USB-C to DisplayPort 1.2 Cable
The UNI USB-C to Display Cablet lets you mirror or extend your Microsoft Surface screen to any DisplayPort-compliant displays with high resolution up to Ultra HD ([email protected] or [email protected]). It supports HDCP 2.2 compliant for playing protected content from iTunes, Netflix, DirectTV & more.
It made from premium aluminum alloy casing for better heat insulation and lasts longer. It's available in three different lengths to fit all workstation setups.
- Portability & Design
- Adapter length: 3ft (0.9m) 6ft (1.8 m) 10ft (3m)
- Colors: Space Gray
- Adapter length:
- Connectivity
- Connecting between USB-C or Thunderbolt 3/4 port to a DisplayPort port.
- Supports [email protected] (3840 x 2160 @60Hz).
- Supports [email protected]
- Supports DP 1.2 and DisplayPort Alt Mode for USB-C Devices.
- Supports HDCP 2.2 compliant for playing protected content from iTunes/Netflix/DirectTV & more.
- Outstanding Features
- Premium aluminum alloy casing for better heat insulation and lasts longer
- Braided nylon cable for extra strength and durability
- Package Contents
- 1 x USB-C to DisplayPort Cable
Surface USB-C to Ethernet and USB 3.0 Adapter
2-in-1 Combo Adapter with USB and Gigabit Ethernet Port
This Surface USB-C to Ethernet and USB adapter is a great combo adapter that lets you connect your Microsoft Surface to a wired network connection while including a USB 3.0 port to expand more connectivity to your Surface.
The Ethernet port supports Gigabit network speed and has an indicator light for data transfer status. It supports all USB-C enabled Surface devices and also compatible with other USB-C enabled devices.
- Portability & Design
- Portable, strong, and well constructed.
- Color: Black
- Connectivity
- 1 x USB Type-A 3.1 Gen 1 port Supports data transfers up to 5Gbps.
- 1 x Gigabit Ethernet port Transfer rate: 10/100/1000 Mbps.
- 1 x USB Type-A 3.1 Gen 1 port
- Supported Surface Devices Surface Go 1-3 Surface Pro 7-8 Surface Pro X Surface Laptop 3-4 Surface Laptop Go Surface Book 2-3 Surface Laptop Studio Surface Duo 1-2
Microsoft USB-C® 5-in-1 Travel Hub
Full 10Gbps USB-C, USB-A, [email protected] HDMI 2.0 Travel Hub from Microsoft
This travel hub is the first USB-C hub ever made by Microsoft. With the full USB-C adoption as we've seen in Microsoft Surface Pro X, Surface Neo, and Surface Duo, you'll definitely need a perfect Surface companion USB-C hub in order to be more productive. This elegant well-built travel hub lets you connect to different 5 ports including USB-C, USB-A, VGA, HDMI, and Gigabit Ethernet.
Both USB-C and USB-A support USB 3.2 Gen 2 with data transfers speed up to 10Gbps with pass-through charging. It is compatible with all Surface devices with USB-C ports including Surface Duo as well as Windows PC or Mac with USB-C ports.
Source: Microsoft
- Available Ports (5)
- 1 x USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 Supports data transfers up to 10 Gbps with pass-through accessory charging.
- 1 x USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 2 Supports data transfers up to 10 Gbps with pass-through accessory charging.
- 1 x Gigabit Ethernet Supports 10/100/1000 Mbps.
- 1 x HDMI 2.0 Supports video output at [email protected].
- 1 x VGA
- 1 x USB-C™ captive cable with 200mm cable
- 1 x USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2
- Supported Surface Devices Surface Go 1-3 Surface Pro 7-8 Surface Pro X Surface Laptop 3-4 Surface Laptop Go Surface Book 2-3 Surface Laptop Studio Surface Duo 1-2
- Portability & Design
- Dimensions: 3.50” x 1.89” x 0.59”
- Weight: 0.22 lbs (99.2 g)
- Color: Black
- Connector plating: Nickel plating
- Advanced Features
- Support for Android
- USB Power Policy
- HDMI priority
- CFU firmware update
- HDMI and VGA will not work simultaneously
- The adapter only charges the accessory and will not charge the host (Surface devices).
Anker PowerExpand+ 7-in-1 USB C Hub Adapter
Charge and get the 7 ports from a single USB-C port
This is an essential USB-C Hub you should have to expand your Microsoft Surface connectivities. It has 7 output ports including 2 x USB Type-A 3.0 ports, 1 x HDMI ([email protected]), 1 x MicroSD card reader, 1 x Full-size SD card reader, and 1 x USB Type-C PD charging port that supports up to 100W charging.
It's made with an anodized aluminum case to have a perfect space grey look and feel. It is small and has a slim design, it's a great portable docking solution for your laptop.
- Portability & Design
- Colors: Gray
- Casing: Aluminum
- Colors:
- Connectivity
- 2 x USB 3.0 ports Supports data transfers up to 5Gbps.
- 1 x HDMI Supports [email protected] and 4K [email protected].
- 1 x Full-size SD slot
- 1 x Micro SD slot
- 1 x Audio jack
- 1 x USB-C pass-through charging Supports up to 100W PD.
- 2 x USB 3.0 ports
- Compatibility
- Microsoft Surface and all USB-C enabled Surface devices.
- USB-C enabled Windows Laptops or MacBook.
2 USB-A Adapters, Hubs, and Docking Stations
If you have older Surface devices or want to spare the USB-C port for other purposes, you can use traditional full-size USB Hubs, adapters, and docking stations. Here are the Surface devices that have only USB-A or full-size USB ports:
- Surface RT/2/3
- Surface Pro 1-6
- Surface Laptop 1-2
- Surface Book 1
Onvian 3 Port Compact USB Hub Splitter
The most compact 3-in-1 Mini USB hub
Want an ultra-small yet served the main purpose of a USB hub? Check this incredible lightweight and compact USB hub from the Onvian. By measured at 1.6 x 0.9 x 0.7 inches and single flat side design, it can be plugged into most laptops and tablets without problems.
It offers three USB ports out of a single USB port of your Microsoft Surface. A USB port is a USB 3.0 port with a 5Gbp/s data transfer speed, while the other two ports are USB 2.0 that can transfer data at 480 Mb/s rates.
- Available Ports
- 1 x USB Type-A 3.0 Supports data transfers up to 5Gbps or 625 MB/s.
- 2 x USB Type-A 2.0 Supports data transfers up to 480Mbps or 60MB/s.
- 1 x USB Type-A 3.0
- Product Features
- Dimensions: 1.6” x 0.7” x 0.9”
- Designed for data transfer only (not for charging).
- Available Colors Black White
Sabrent 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub with Individual Power Switches and LEDs
4-in-1 USB 3.0 Hub with Individual Power Switch and LED Power Indicator
This Sabrent HB-UM43 USB hub has 4 high-speed USB 3.0 ports. It features the power switch and LED power indicator light for each USB port. It supports high-speed data transfer up to 5 Gbps for USB 3.0 and it also supports backward compatibility with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1.
The overall design is about portability with dimensions of 3.4 x 1.5 x 0.6 inches and only 1.4 ounces. It’s great for use with notebooks or tablets for attaching your favorite USB devices.
- 4 x USB 3.0 data transfer ports.
- Individual switch with indicator for each port.
Anker Portable 4-in-1 USB Hub with Gigabit port
Aside from a premium charging manufacturer brand, Anker is also made a USB hub that using only the highest quality materials to maintain its leading reliability. The Anker portable USB hub with a gigabit port allows you have 3 x USB 3.0 ports and a reliable fast Gigabit port for your Microsoft Surface.
You can carry it anywhere and at any time since the device is strong and has the MultiProect feature. It has a combination of 10 safety features to provide perfect protection for connected devices. Inside the package, you will get a USB hub with a Gigabit Ethernet port, 1.6ft/50cm USB 3.0 cable, and other documentation.
- Available Ports
- 3 x USB 3.0 ports with SuperSpeed up to 5 Gbps.
- 1 x Gigabit Ethernet port with connection and traffic LED indicators.
- MultiProtect Secure your devices and laptop with 10 safety features.
- In the box The hub, 1.6ft/50cm USB 3.0 cable, welcome guide, and 18-month warranty.
Plugable Universal USB 3.0 Docking Station
Perfect Universal USB 3.0 Docking Solution with Dual Display Output
If you can’t afford the Surface Dock or want a docking station solution that can be shared with other laptops, you can look into the USB 3.0 docking station. This Plugable universal docking station comes with a bunch of ports and allows dual video outputs via a standard USB 3.0 interface.
This dock has a sleek and modern look with a vertical design easy to stand right next to the monitor. It provides a number of ports including 2 USB 3.0, 4 USB 2.0, HDMI, DVI (can be converted to VGA with included adapter), Gigabit LAN port, earphone, and mic audio sockets.
- Available Ports
- 1 x HDMI
- 1 x DVI
- 2 x USB 3.0
- 4 x USB 2.0
- 1 x Gigabit LAN
- 1 x earphone
- 1 x mic
- 1 x power port.
- Supports Dual Video Output It uses the DisplayLink technology that can deliver dual video output with a resolution up to 1920x1200 via HDMI and DVI, or a single video output up to 2560x1440 via HDMI.
- In the box
- The dock
- 1 x USB 3.0 cable
- 1 x DVI/VGA passive adapter
- 1 x CD Driver
- 1 x 12V/4A (20W) power adapter
- a quick-install guide.
- Comes with a 1-year limited parts and labor warranty.
3 Surface Docks
Since the Microsoft Surface comes with a USB-C port, it opens up the possibility of wide connectivity options via a compatible USB-C adapter, hubs, docking, display-out, and charging. Here are the Surface devices that have only USB-C ports:
- Surface Go (all gens)
- Surface Pro 3 or later
- Surface Book (all gens)
- Surface Laptop (all gens)
- Surface Laptop Go (all gens)
- Surface Laptop SE (all gens)
- Surface Laptop Studio (all gens)
Microsoft Surface Dock (1st Gen)
Perfect Docking Experience with Dual Displays Out, Gigabit, and 4 USB Ports
Microsoft Surface Dock is a solid solution for those who want to use their Surface PC as their primary workstation when they are at home or office. It can transform not only your Microsoft Surface but also any Surface Go, Surface Pro, Surface Laptop, and Surface Book series with Surface Connect into a full desktop PC.
The Microsoft Surface Dock is my best docking station solution I have ever have. By plugging in the magnet Surface Connect cable and everything will instantly work. The dock comes with four high-speed USB 3.0 ports, a gigabit Ethernet port, an audio output, a power port, and two Mini DisplayPorts which claim that it can support two 4K displays.
- Available Ports & Slots (10)
- 2 x Mini DisplayPort
- 4 x USB 3.0 ports Supports data transfers up to 5Gbps with 7.5W power output.
- 1 x Gigabit Ethernet port
- 1 x Audio jack
- 1 x Power port
- 1 x Kensington lock slot
- 1 x Surflink cable Cable length: 25.6” (65cm).
- Display Output Capability
- 2 x displays with [email protected]
- 2 x displays with [email protected]
- 1 x display with [email protected]
- Connect and Charge with a single cable
- The hub comes with a 90W power supply that can power the hub and charge your Surface at the same time.
- Compatible with all Surface Connect enabled Surface. Surface Go 1-3 Surface Pro 3-8 Surface Pro X Surface Laptop 1-4 Surface Laptop Go Surface Book 1-3 Surface Laptop Studio
Microsoft Surface Dock 2
The Most Powerful Dock with Dual [email protected] & 4 x 10Gbps USB-C ports
Microsoft Surface Dock 2 is an updated version of the long debuted original Surface Dock since 2015. This 2020 Surface Dock 2 is a future-ready dock that comes with 4 x USB-C and 2 x USB-A ports that all are USB 3.2 Gen 2 with 10 Gpbs speed.
The new dock is also capable of output dual 4K displays at 60Hz via DisplayPort 1.4a over USB-C available on the 2 x USB-C ports on the back of the dock. It also has a gigabit Ethernet port, a headset jack, a power port with a 199W power adapter included in the box.
Source: Microsoft
- Available Ports & Slots (10)
- 2 x USB-C (front) Supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) and 15W power output.
- 2 x USB-C (back) Supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), DisplayPort 1.4a, and 7.5W power output.
- 2 x USB-A Supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) and 7.5W power output.
- 1 x Gigabit Ethernet port
- 1 x Audio jack
- 1 x Power port
- 1 x Kensington lock slot
- 1 x Surflink cable Cable length: 31.5” (80cm).
- 2 x USB-C (front)
- Display Output Capability
- 2 x displays with [email protected]
- 2 x displays with [email protected]
- Connect and Charge with a single cable
- The hub comes with a 199W power supply that can power the hub and charge your Surface at the same time.
- Compatible with all Surface Connect enabled Surface.
- Compatible with: Surface Go 1-3 Surface Pro 5-8 Surface Pro X Surface Laptop 1-4 Surface Laptop Go Surface Book 2-3 Surface Laptop Studio
- Supports [email protected] with: Surface Go 2-3 Surface Pro 7-8 Surface Pro X Surface Laptop 3-4 Surface Laptop Go Surface Book 3 Surface Laptop Studio
- Compatible with:
4 Thunderbolt™️ 4 Docks
To take full advantage of Thunderbolt™️ 4 ports on the latest Surface devices, you will need a native Thunderbolt™️ 4 docking station. Here are the Surface tablets and laptops that have Thunderbolt™️ 4 ports:
- Surface Pro 8 or later
- Surface Laptop 5 or later
- Surface Laptop Studio
Kensington SD5750T Thunderbolt™️ 4 Dock for Microsoft Surface
First Thunderbolt™️ 4 Dock Designed Exclusively for Surface
Free yourself from any headaches with the first Thunderbolt™️ 4 dock that is designed for Surface. Kensington worked directly with Microsoft to provide professional-level connectivity for working seamlessly with all Microsoft Surface devices with Thunderbolt™️ 4 enabled. The dock also comes with Intel Vt-d DMA protection that will block peripheral devices from unauthorized access to your Microsoft Surface system memory.
Moreover, the dock can also output dual 4K displays at 60Hz or a single [email protected] with its three available Thunderbolt™️ 4 downstream. It also has a Gigabit Ethernet port, an SD card reader, a headset jack, a USB 2.0 port, three USB 3.2 Gen 2, a power port with a 180W power adapter included in the box. The dock can deliver up to 90W of power to charge your Microsoft Surface at full speed.
The dock has an integrated mounting slot and a lock slot easily for firmly secure and protects your dock at the same time. In addition, it comes with a free Kensington DockWorks™ software that can be configured to automatically disconnect your Microsoft Surface from Wi-Fi while docking and connected to the Ethernet port. The software also supports MAC Address pass-through & resetting, device connection monitoring, and more.
- Front Ports (4)
- 1 x Thunderbolt™️ 4 Upstream Connect and charge your Microsoft Surface up to 90W (5V/9V/[email protected] & [email protected]).
- 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Jack
- 1 x SD Card Reader 4.0 Supports SDXC UHS-II speed.
- 1 x USB-A 2.0 Supports data transfer speed up to 480 Mbps with 7.5W (5V/1.5A) power output.
- 1 x Thunderbolt™️ 4 Upstream
- Rear Ports (8)
- 3 x Thunderbolt™️ 3 Downstream Connect to external displays and peripherals.
- 3 x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2Supports data transfer speed up to 10Gbps with 4.5W (5V/0.9A) power output.
- 1 x Gigabit Ethernet port
- 1 x Power port
- 3 x Thunderbolt™️ 3 Downstream
- Left (2)
- 1 x Mounting slot
- 1 x Lock slot
- LED (2)
- 1 x Blue Link LED
- 1 x Green Power LED
- Display Output Capability
- 2 x displays with [email protected]
- 1 x display with [email protected]
- Connect and Charge with a single cable
- The dock comes with a 180W power supply that can power the dock and charge your Microsoft Surface at the same time.
- Compatible with
- Surface Pro 8 Surface Laptop Studio
- Windows 10/11 PCs with Thunderbolt™️ 4 port.
- Mac with M1 processor.
- Mac with Thunderbolt™️ 3 running macOS 11.1 Big Sur or later.
- In the Box
- 1 x SD5750T Dock
- 1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 passive cable (0.8m)
- 1 x Power Supply Unit (180W)
- 1 x Instruction Guide
- 1 x Warranty Card
- 1 x Compliance Sheet
- 1 x Welcome card
Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock
Full Thunderbolt™ 4 Functionality with Razer Chroma™️ RGB Support
Connect and lighting up your desk with Thunderbolt™️ 4 dock and chroma support from Razer. The dock can expand your Microsoft Surface connectivity with 10 additional ports it has. It is compatible with all Thunderbolt™️ 4, USB4, and some Thunderbolt™️ 3 enabled devices.
The dock is also capable of output dual 4K displays at 60Hz over the three available Thunderbolt™️ 4 downstream ports available on the back of the dock. It also has a gigabit Ethernet port, a headset jack, a power port with a 135W power adapter included in the box. The dock can deliver up to 90W of power to charge your Microsoft Surface at full speed.
- Front Ports (3)
- 1 x Thunderbolt™️ 4 Upstream Connect and charge your Microsoft Surface up to 90W.
- 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Jack
- 1 x SD Card Reader Supports SDXC UHS-II speed.
- 1 x Thunderbolt™️ 4 Upstream
- Rear Ports (8)
- 3 x Thunderbolt™️ 4 Downstream Connect to external display and peripherals.
- 3 x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2Supports data transfer speed up to 10Gbps.
- 1 x Gigabit Ethernet port
- 1 x Power port
- 3 x Thunderbolt™️ 4 Downstream
- Razer Chroma™ Support
- Supports 16.8 million colors, countless patterns, and dynamic in-game lighting effects.
- Customization with Chroma Studio, Visualizer, Connect, and Workshop.
- Display Output Capability
- 2 x displays with [email protected]
- Connect and Charge with a single cable
- The dock comes with a 135W power supply that can power the dock and charge your Microsoft Surface at the same time.
- Compatible with
- Surface Pro 8 Surface Laptop Studio
- Windows 10/11 PCs with Thunderbolt™️ 4 port.
- Mac with M1 processor.
- Mac with Thunderbolt™️ 3 running macOS 11.1 Big Sur or later.
- In the Box
- 1 x Razer Thunderbolt™ 4 Dock Chroma
- 1 x 135W Power Adapter
- 1 x Regional Power Cord
- 1 x 2.62 ft (0.8m) Thunderbolt™️ 4 Cable
- 1 x Razer logo sticker set
- 1 x Product Information Guide
Buying Guide and Frequently Asked Questions
There is information you need to know when you want to pick up the correct USB adapter, hub, or docking station for your Microsoft Surface devices.
What is a USB Hub?
A USB Hub is a device that can expand the number of USB ports on a PC, which allows users to connect more devices simultaneously.
How many types of USB Hubs?
There are two types of USB Hub:
- Self-powered USB hub: a hub that derives power from a dedicated power source to supply power to itself and its connected devices.
- Bus-Powered USB hub: a hub that draws power from the connected host machine (Surface Go) to itself and its connected devices.
Why do I need a USB Hub for my Surface?
There are two reasons why you will need a USB Hub:
- Connect to a full-size USB device: Some Surface tablets have only USB-C ports that are not compatible with the full-size USB port without an adapter or hub.
- Connect multiple USB devices: Using a USB hub can help you to connect your Surface Pro 8 to an external USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB drives, or a printer at the same time.
- More connection interfaces: Some hubs have a built-in Ethernet port, Micro SD, SD port, audio, and more, so you can connect your Surface Pro 8 to more device interfaces that were impossible before.
What is the difference between USB 2.0 and USB 3.0?
Can I use a USB 2.0 USB hub with Surface PCs?
Conclusion
Carrying around with a portable USB hub will help you to deal with the lack of connectivity options of your Surface tablet or laptop. The docking station will give you instant access to all of your connected peripherals when you are at home or work. All our recommended USB hubs and docking station here are perfectly designed to fit and work well with Surface devices. We are sure you will be happy with your pick from our list.
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