Philips USB-C 4 Port USB 3.0 Hub

Philips USB-C 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub

Description

The Philips USB-C 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub is a compact connectivity solution designed to expand a single USB-C port into four USB ports, making it easy to connect multiple peripherals to compatible laptops, desktop PCs, tablets, and other USB-C devices.

The Philips 4-port USB-C hub configuration uses four USB-A 3.0 ports and supports high-speed data transfers of up to 5Gbps, while maintaining backward compatibility with USB 2.0 devices.

Its compact design makes it useful for office setups, gaming systems, laptops with limited connectivity, and everyday peripheral expansion.

Key Features

• USB-C host connection
• Expands one USB-C connection into 4 USB-A ports
• 4 x USB-A 3.0 ports
• Up to 5Gbps data transfer
• Backward compatible with USB 2.0
• USB 2.0 transfer speeds up to 480Mbps
• Connect multiple USB devices simultaneously
• Compact and portable design
• Suitable for PCs & laptops
• Compatible with a wide range of USB peripherals
• Ideal for work, gaming, and everyday use

Philips specifies USB 3.0 transfer rates up to 5Gbps for its USB-C hub range.

4-Port USB Expansion

The hub expands a compatible USB-C connection into four USB-A 3.0 ports.

Ports

• Host Connector: USB-C
• Output Ports: 4 x USB-A
• USB Standard: USB 3.0
• Maximum Data Rate: Up to 5Gbps

This provides additional connectivity for laptops and computers with a limited number of USB ports.

USB 3.0 – Up to 5Gbps

The hub supports USB 3.0 SuperSpeed data transfer rates up to 5Gbps.

This makes it suitable for connecting devices such as:

• External SSDs
• External HDDs
• USB flash drives
• Keyboards
• Gaming mice
• Controllers
• Printers
• USB card readers
• Other USB peripherals

Actual transfer performance depends on the connected device, host system, cable, and USB interface.

Backward Compatible with USB 2.0

USB 3.0 is backward compatible with older USB devices.

Philips specifies support for USB 2.0 data transfer up to 480Mbps on its USB-C hub platform.

This means older USB peripherals can still be connected, although they will operate at their supported USB speed.

Ideal for Laptops

Modern laptops often provide fewer full-size USB-A ports in favor of USB-C.

The Philips hub allows users to connect several traditional USB devices through a single USB-C connection, making it particularly useful for:

• Ultrabooks
• Business laptops
• Gaming laptops
• MacBooks with compatible USB-C connectivity
• Compact PCs
• Desktop PCs with USB-C

Philips lists its USB-C hub range as compatible with PCs, laptops, mobile devices, and universal USB applications.

Plug-and-Play Convenience

The hub provides a straightforward way to add additional USB connectivity without installing an internal expansion card.

Simply connect the hub to a compatible USB-C port and attach your USB peripherals to the available USB-A ports.

Specifications

• Brand: Philips
• Product Type: USB Hub
• Host Interface: USB-C
• Number of USB Ports: 4
• Output Interface: USB-A
• Output Ports: 4 x USB-A 3.0
• USB Standard: USB 3.0
• Maximum Transfer Speed: Up to 5Gbps
• USB 2.0 Backward Compatible: Yes
• USB 2.0 Maximum Speed: Up to 480Mbps
• PC Compatible: Yes
• Laptop Compatible: Yes
• Portable: Yes
• Primary Function: USB port expansion / data connectivity

The four-USB-A configuration and 5Gbps specification are confirmed in Philips' product documentation for its USB-C four-port mini hub.

For Gaming Setups

The additional USB ports can be useful for connecting multiple gaming peripherals, including:

• Gaming mouse
• Gaming keyboard
• Controller
• USB headset
• USB microphone
• Flash drive
• External storage

This can be particularly useful for gaming laptops with limited built-in USB-A connectivity.

For External Storage

With USB 3.0 speeds up to 5Gbps, the hub can also be used with compatible:

• Portable SSDs
• External HDDs
• USB flash drives
• Memory card readers

Keep in mind that when several high-bandwidth devices are operating simultaneously, they may share the bandwidth available through the hub's host connection.

Important Compatibility Note

Before purchasing, verify that your device has a compatible USB-C port.

USB-C describes the connector shape; the capabilities of USB-C ports can vary between devices. Actual transfer speeds depend on both the host device and connected peripheral.

Best For

• Laptops
• Desktop PCs
• Gaming Laptops
• Office Setups
• USB Port Expansion
• External Storage
• Keyboards & Mice
• Gaming Controllers
• USB Flash Drives
• Portable Workstations
• Travel

Why Choose the Philips USB-C 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub?

• Expands a single USB-C connection into four USB-A ports.
• USB 3.0 supports data transfer rates up to 5Gbps.
• Backward compatibility allows older USB devices to be connected.
• Four ports make it easy to connect multiple peripherals simultaneously.
• Compact design is convenient for laptops and portable setups.
• Suitable for external storage, keyboards, mice, controllers, flash drives, and other USB accessories.
• A practical solution for modern laptops and computers with limited built-in USB-A connectivity.