- Description
- Specifications
USB-C and USB-A Dual HDMI Multiport Adapter with 4K and 1080p Output, 3-Port USB 3.0 Hub, Apple M1/M2 Dual Display Support, and 1.3-Foot Host Cable for Travel and Office Productivity
The StarTech 167B-USBC-MULTIPORT is a USB-C multiport adapter that adds dual HDMI displays and three USB 3.0 ports to any laptop through a single connection, with an attached USB-C to USB-A dongle that extends compatibility to USB-A host systems. The first HDMI output delivers 4K at 30Hz (HDMI 1.4) while the second provides 1080p at 60Hz (HDMI 1.2), enabling extended dual-monitor setups for both USB-C and Thunderbolt 3/4 laptops. Apple M1 and M2 MacBook users gain dual external display capability that macOS does not support natively through a single port.
The built-in 1.3-foot (40cm) host cable prevents the adapter from dangling directly on the laptop port, reducing strain on 2-in-1 convertibles and laptops on riser stands. Three USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports deliver 5Gbps data transfer for peripherals, storage, and input devices, all bus-powered without an external adapter. Silicon Motion's Content Adaptive Technology reduces display latency for smoother graphics, and the included StarTech Connectivity Tools app provides Windows Layout Utility and USB Event Monitoring for IT administrators managing docking station deployments.
Where the StarTech USB-C Multiport Adapter Fits
- Apple M1/M2 MacBook users who need dual external displays where macOS natively limits these machines to a single external monitor, the StarTech adapter enables two extended displays simultaneously through Silicon Motion technology, and the USB-A dongle provides fallback connectivity for older host machines in mixed fleets
- Business travelers needing a compact dual-monitor setup in hotel rooms and client sites where the 4-ounce bus-powered adapter fits in any laptop bag, the 1.3-foot cable reaches comfortably without straining the host port, and dual HDMI connects to hotel TVs, conference room projectors, or portable monitors without dongles
- IT departments deploying standardized workstation connectivity where the USB-C plus USB-A dual compatibility covers the entire laptop fleet regardless of port type, the USB Event Monitoring utility logs device connections for security auditing, and the Windows Layout Utility restores application positions when users reconnect their displays
What the StarTech USB-C Multiport Adapter Delivers
- Dual HDMI with 4K and 1080p: HDMI Output 1 supports 4K (3840x2160) at 30Hz through HDMI 1.4, while HDMI Output 2 delivers 1080p (1920x1080) at 60Hz through HDMI 1.2. Both outputs function simultaneously as extended displays across Windows, macOS, and ChromeOS.
- Apple M1/M2 Dual Display Support: Enables dual external monitors on Apple Silicon MacBooks that natively support only one external display. The Silicon Motion chipset with Content Adaptive Technology provides smooth graphics and reduced latency on the second display.
- USB-C and USB-A Host Compatibility: The built-in 1.3-foot USB-C cable connects directly to USB-C and Thunderbolt 3/4 laptops, while the tethered USB-C to USB-A adapter provides compatibility with USB-A host systems running Windows, macOS, or ChromeOS.
- 3-Port USB 3.0 Hub at 5Gbps: Three downstream USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports support SuperSpeed 5Gbps data transfer for external drives, keyboards, mice, and USB accessories. Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices for legacy peripheral support.
- StarTech Connectivity Tools: The included software suite provides Windows Layout Utility to save and restore custom window positions when reconnecting displays, and USB Event Monitoring to log and timestamp USB port usage for IT security auditing. Backed by a 3-year StarTech warranty.
