Type-C To HDTV 12 In 1

What Is a "Type‑C to HDTV 12‑in‑1" Hub?

These hubs—or docking stations—bridge a USB‑C port on your laptop (or compatible device) to a broad range of external ports and displays. The “HDTV” part generally refers to the HDMI outputs that enable connection to external displays like TVs or monitors.

Feature set includes:

Display outputs: Often includes multiple HDMI ports (2× HDMI 4K@30Hz or 60Hz, VGA, and sometimes DisplayPort).

Peripherals: USB-A (2.0 and 3.0), USB-C data/pass‑through, SD/TF card readers, Gigabit Ethernet, 3.5 mm audio.

Power Delivery (PD): Up to 100 W PD pass-through for charging your laptop while using the hub.

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Display Behavior: Extending vs. Mirroring

On Windows devices, many hubs support MST (Multi-Stream Transport), enabling extended multi-display setups.

On macOS, MST is not supported—multiple outputs will mirror the same screen rather than extending.

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12‑in‑1 Docking Station: 2× HDMI + 1× DP (all up to 4K@60 Hz), USB-A, Gigabit Ethernet, SD/UHS‑II, audio, 100 W PD.

12‑in‑1 Dock: Includes dual HDMI/VGA, 100 W PD, GB Ethernet, USB 3.0/2.0, SD/TF, audio—supports single, dual, or triple display (with limitations based on OS and GPU).

12‑in‑1 Hub: 2× HDMI (4K@60 Hz), VGA, PD 100 W, Ethernet, multiple USBs, SD/TF, audio; supports triple display modes on Windows.

UtechSmart 12‑in‑1: 3× HDMI (4K@30 Hz), Ethernet, SD/TF, USB, USB‑C PD 100 W.

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Quick Summary Table

Feature    Common Details

Display Outputs    HDMI, VGA, sometimes DP
Max Resolution    4K@30 Hz or 4K@60 Hz (depending on the port)
USB Ports    Mix of USB‑A 2.0/3.0, USB‑C data
Storage & Audio    SD/TF slots, 
Network    Gigabit Ethernet
Charging    USB‑C PD pass‑through up to ~100 W
Display Modes    Windows: extend or mirror
macOS: mirror only

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What to Consider When Choosing:

1. Your device's display output capability—does your device support MST (Windows) or only mirroring (macOS)?

2. Number & type of displays you plan to connect.

3. Bandwidth needs—simultaneously using multiple high-speed ports (HDMI, USB, SD, etc.) can split bandwidth.

4. Power—confirm the hub’s PD wattage meets your laptop’s requirements.