Brand | Amazon Basics |
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Item model number | HU3641V1 |
Operating System | Windows Vista |
Item Weight | 5.7 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 3.57 x 1.59 x 0.63 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.57 x 1.59 x 0.63 inches |
Color | Black |
Voltage | 5 Volts |
Manufacturer | Amazon Basics |
ASIN | B00DQFGH80 |
Country of Origin | China |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 1, 2013 |
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Amazon Basics 4 Port USB to USB 3.0 Hub with 5V/2.5A power adapter
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Brand | Amazon Basics |
Color | Black |
Hardware Interface | USB, USB 3.0 |
Compatible Devices | Tablets |
Total USB Ports | 4 |
About this item
- Package includes: 1 USB 3.0 4 Port Hub / 1 5V/2.5A Power Adapter / 1 built in 9 inch USB 3.0 cable / 1 Owner's Manual
- Compatible with USB 3.0 and backwards compatible with USB 2.0
- Support Low speed (1.5 Mbps)/ Full speed (12 Mbps)/High speed (480 Mbps)/ Super speed (5 Gbps)
- Support auto switching between self-power and buspower mode
- Check your device loading current when used for charging (e.g. iPads/Tablets) or for high-power devices (e.g. hard drive); insufficient current may lead to slow charging or other failure
- Max output per port is 900MA; max output across all 4 output is 12.5W(5V/2.5A)
- For maximum output, apply power adapter
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Quality of material | 4.1 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 3.9 | 4.4 | 4.1 |
Cord length | 3.8 | 3.8 | — | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.1 |
For traveling | 4.3 | — | 5.0 | — | 4.4 | 4.1 |
Charging power | 4.4 | 4.1 | — | — | 4.3 | — |
Versatility | 4.0 | — | — | — | 4.4 | 4.1 |
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hardware interface | usb3.0, usb | usb3.0, usb | usb c | usb3.0, usb, usb c | usb3.0, usb3.0, usb3.0, usb3.0, usb3.0, usb3.0, usb3.0, usb3.0, usb3.0, usb3.0 | usb, usb2.0, hdmi |
number of ports | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 7 |
compatible devices | Tablets | USB compatible devices | 2022 MacBook Pro/ Air M2, 2021 MacBook Pro 14-inch, 16-inch (M1 Pro & Max), 2020 MacBook Pro/ Air M1, 2021/2020/2019/2017 iMac, iMac Pro, 2020/2018 Mac Mini, 2018 MacBook Air, 2018/2017 MacBook Pro | Laptops, USB Flash Drives, Tablets, Desktops, Gaming Consoles | USB Flash Drives | Tablets |
data transfer rate | 5 gigabits per second | 5 gigabits per second | 5.0 gigabits per second, 10.0 gigabits per second | 5 gigabits per second | 5 gigabits per second | 480 megabits per second |
operating system | Windows Vista | Windows, Mac OS X and Linux systems | Mac OS 9 | Chrome OS, Linux, Windows 11 | Windows, Mac, Linux | Windows Vista |
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Amazon Basics 4 Port USB to USB 3.0 Hub with 5V/2.5A power adapter
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Customers like the performance of the USB 3.0 multiport hub. For example, they say it works well and is a simple device that just works. Customers appreciate the value, and size of the product. That said, some complain about the cord length. Opinions are mixed on power supply, port, and quality.
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Customers like the performance of the USB 3.0 multiport hub. They mention that it works well, it requires a power source, and that it appears to work fine when plugged into a USB 3.0-compatible port. Some say that it's a simple, small device that just works.
"...It's a cheap usb slot bay, it works, and unless you want to drop a bunch of money- it's worth the price." Read more
"...Tried USB 2.0 hub (unpowered) on computers 2.0 port, hard drive works fine...." Read more
"...Overall it's working great so far. My keyboard, mouse, midi controller, and audio interface are going into it and it's working great...." Read more
"...It is notorious for not working with USB hubs...." Read more
Customers like the value of the multiport hub. They say it's inexpensive, worth every penny, and saves them money. Some mention that it'll be the cheapest 4 port Hub they can find that is externally powered.
"...The Hub is extremely affordable and worth every penny." Read more
"...bay, it works, and unless you want to drop a bunch of money- it's worth the price." Read more
"...While the hub is $18, this is a pretty comparable price when you look at other powered USB hubs...." Read more
"This product is a great value. I wish the cord was a bit longer but overall I would recommend...." Read more
Customers like the size of the multiport hub. For example, they say it's compact, lightweight, and takes very little space on their desk. Some appreciate the slim design and the fact that it works perfectly with most devices. That said, some complain about the quality.
"It is small and doesn't take up room on your workstation." Read more
"...Everything is small enough to pack and take on the go for the regular traveler, as well...." Read more
"...All of that thanks to this simple and small hub...." Read more
"...First of all, it is quite small for a 4-port USB 3.0 hub. It is much smaller and lighter than my Anker hub, which matters if you are going to carry..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the multiport hub. Some mention it's well made, while others say it'll become unreliable and is not suitable for their use.
"...It can charge your phone (I have done so many times), but it doesn’t supply enough power to charge a tablet.The hub is pretty sturdy...." Read more
"...except obviously for the electronics components, so it is susceptible to cracking if you are clumsy with it. Otherwise, it does not look cheap...." Read more
"...The quality of the product seems good. The device is light and well made. The power supply seems like it's of a good quality. It's easy to use...." Read more
"...Overall I am very impressed with the quality that the Amazon Basics hub was able to provide for the price as it compares to the other similar..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the port. Some mention that it's very basic and works well, while others say that it became messed up and provides limited power to its USB ports. They also complain that all 4 USB ports are on one side, limiting the width of the product.
"...It's plug and play and has 4 usb slots. It Could? have a longer cord so as to not have all your plug-in's right next to your comp but it's fine...." Read more
"...The two ports there are just too limiting and I wasn't about to trust a simple non powered USB hub to do the job in which I was about to put this..." Read more
"...The USB hub is also powered. Because it is powered, it means that the USB port on your computer isn’t powering four devices at the same time...." Read more
"USB head broke apart upon removing from the PC...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the power supply of the USB 3.0 hub. Some mention that it provides power with the supplied power adapter, while others say that the power plug comes out on its own at times. The USB 3.0-to-AC adapter converter is required to power the device.
"...And it comes with it's own power cord which will increase it's ability if used, though it works fine without it...." Read more
"...biggest issue i have ran into is the power cord keeps coming loos from the adapter...." Read more
"...Each comes with a plug-in power supply, but I was hoping the Surface packed enough power via the USB 3.0 port to keep both the hard drive and camera..." Read more
"...Packaging was basic, but easy to open and productive. It came with the USB hub, and the 5V power adapter, which was a traditional wall-wart flyback..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the power of the multiport hub. They mention that it only provides power, and some complain that the PS4 doesn't supply enough power to the USB ports to run the product. Some customers also report that the power regularly drops and all of the devices stop. They're also concerned about damaging their hard disks. Overall, customers are disappointed with the performance of the product and recommend it only for those looking for a reliable and affordable solution.
"...It does warn you that it may not charge some products (probably tablets)...." Read more
"...The only conclusion I can come up with is that I was exceeding the maximum power that I could pull from the hub...." Read more
"...I have one minor issue in that the unit still provides power even when the USB port that it is connected to is not powered up...." Read more
"...Transfer speeds seem fine anecdotally and it provides power to my peripherals." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the cord length of the multiport hub. They mention that the USB cord is pretty short and can't be switched out. They also say that the product is less popular, making it harder to find cables.
"This product is a great value. I wish the cord was a bit longer but overall I would recommend...." Read more
"It does what it says. It has 4 charging ports but it is really tiny." Read more
"The usb cable is kinda short and not replaceable with your own...." Read more
"...sole reason for not giving it a five-star review, is that the USB cord is pretty short. Ideally, it would be about an inch or two longer...." Read more
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The hub is entirely plastic, except obviously for the electronics components, so it is susceptible to cracking if you are clumsy with it. Otherwise, it does not look cheap. It has a nice decal on the top (almost looks like a wood finish).
The functionality is as expected. It seems to maintain USB 3.0 speeds but it also works on USB 2.0 (and 1.0, but I do not have a 1.0 computer to test it on).
If you have it hooked up to AC power, it will keep your devices powered even when disconnected from the computer. This could be handy if you wanted to use it to charge your phone, etc. It does warn you that it may not charge some products (probably tablets). I have not used it for these purposes, though, so I cannot vouch for this. It is probably BEST to always charge your products with the original charger, as you might put a strain on this USB hub since that is not its intended purpose.
It does have a limit for how much power it can provide. Some powered USB devices require to be plugged directly into a computer. One specific device like this is the Apple Superdrive. It is notorious for not working with USB hubs. Some hubs provide enough power for it to work, but the AmazonBasics hub does not (even when connected to AC). Therefore, if you have a USB bus powered device, check that it doesn't require to be plugged directly into the computer. If it does, it may not work with this hub.
'Almost', because sometimes it has issues recognizing items that are already plugged into the hub when the laptop is booted up. The wireless mouse hub is slow to be acknowledged, and my USB microphone [Blue Yeti Pro] has to be unplugged and plugged back in to be used. MOST devices I plug in are recognized immediately, and transfer times are blazing fast. Your mileage may vary with items that are already plugged into the hub when you boot up your device. It could be a Windows thing, or maybe even an issue specific to my laptop. Since I can't be sure if it's 'me' or 'it', I dinged the hub for one star. If not for that, it'd be a five star product for certain.
It also makes a great hub for multiplayer Rock Band on my Xbox 360! My original Rock Band USB hub died a few years back, and I just never bothered to replace it. So, really, having two usages for the hub is just a bonus!
In summary: If you don't need a lot of extra USB ports, but you absolutely need them to be USB 3.0, this is a great option!
I run programs that require an iLok license USB key. The iLok takes up a lot of port space on my MacBook Pro, so if I need to plug in another USB device, it needs to be low-profile or it will not fit. This hub solves my problem. I can move my iLok to the hub and keep other USB devices such as my external hard drives or interfaces plugged directly into the computer. The USB Hub has four ports so you can put four USB devices into the port and all four of those devices will go into one USB port on your computer.
The Amazon Basics USB 3.0 hub does support USB 3.0 speeds – up to 5Gbps. You can run any compatible USB device on the hub and it will support it. It is backwards compatible so any other USB devices you need to run will work with this product.
The USB hub is also powered. Because it is powered, it means that the USB port on your computer isn’t powering four devices at the same time. This is a great feature if you are running devices that require quite a bit of power to operate. It can charge your phone (I have done so many times), but it doesn’t supply enough power to charge a tablet.
The hub is pretty sturdy. I have been using it for a little over a month, and it is still working perfectly.
While the hub is $18, this is a pretty comparable price when you look at other powered USB hubs. I don’t need more than four USB devices to be plugged in at the same time, so this was a great product for what I needed. Other products have way more ports that I needed, and I didn’t want to pay for more ports that I wouldn’t use.
There is only one con with this product. The cable from the hub to your computer is a little short. However, this is easily solvable with a USB extender. I have not used an extender but if you need more length, you may want to consider your options.
All in all, this is a great product for what it is intended to do.
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I was able to use my Dell wireless mouse and my WD Passport external HD without any problems. I could read the 4K videos on my HD as if I was reading the same vids directly from my laptop, with no noticeable difference. As my laptop can't even read 1080p 60fps at full speed, I have to slow down the videos to be able to read them properly, and I could read them at the same speed I usually do on my laptop.
I added a printer and a phone. My phone was charging and my printer was usable. I could still use my mouse and my HD.
And the USB hub was not even powered!
The item is very light but looks like good quality, especially for a powered USB 3.0 Hub at that price! I just received the item so I can't say anything on durability but I have high hopes.
I would definitely recommend this item!
Reviewed in Canada on May 13, 2017
I was able to use my Dell wireless mouse and my WD Passport external HD without any problems. I could read the 4K videos on my HD as if I was reading the same vids directly from my laptop, with no noticeable difference. As my laptop can't even read 1080p 60fps at full speed, I have to slow down the videos to be able to read them properly, and I could read them at the same speed I usually do on my laptop.
I added a printer and a phone. My phone was charging and my printer was usable. I could still use my mouse and my HD.
And the USB hub was not even powered!
The item is very light but looks like good quality, especially for a powered USB 3.0 Hub at that price! I just received the item so I can't say anything on durability but I have high hopes.
I would definitely recommend this item!