Anker 565 USB-C Hub Review 2026 - 11-in-1 A8388

Name: Anker 565 USB-C Hub (11-in-1)
Brand: Anker
SKU: A8388

The Anker 565 USB-C Hub (11-in-1), model A8388, is a compact USB-C hub for laptops that need more desk ports without buying a full Thunderbolt dock. It turns one USB-C, USB4, or Thunderbolt host port into HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, audio, SD, microSD, USB-C data, USB-A data, and USB-C Power Delivery input. The best parts are the 10Gbps USB-C data port, the 10Gbps USB-A data port, 85W passthrough charging, Gigabit Ethernet, and both HDMI and DisplayPort video outputs. Anker's official page lists both video outputs at up to 4K@60Hz, but the dual-monitor limit is more modest. Amazon's listing says a DP 1.4 laptop can run two external displays at up to 2K@60Hz, while a DP 1.2 laptop is limited to 1080p@60Hz. macOS can use both external outputs, but both external monitors show the same content instead of acting as two independent extended displays. That makes the 565 a better fit for Windows laptops than for MacBook owners who want a real dual-monitor desktop.

Best compact 11-port USB-C hub with DisplayPort

Pros & Cons

What We Like

HDMI and DisplayPort outputs make it more flexible than most small USB-C hubs
10Gbps USB-C and USB-A data ports are faster than the 5Gbps ports common on cheaper hubs
85W passthrough charging can power many laptops when paired with a 100W USB-C charger
Includes Ethernet, audio, SD, and microSD in a portable body
No DisplayLink driver or screen recording permission is required

What Could Be Better

macOS cannot extend two independent external desktops through this hub
Workaround: Mac users who need separate extended displays should choose a Thunderbolt dock on Pro or Max chips, or a DisplayLink dock when using base Apple Silicon.
Dual-monitor resolution depends heavily on the laptop's DisplayPort Alt Mode generation
Workaround: Use a DP 1.4 capable host for the best dual-display result, or run a single 4K@60Hz display for the cleanest setup.
USB data ports do not charge devices
Workaround: Use the hub's USB data ports for keyboards, mice, storage, and adapters, and charge phones from the laptop or a wall charger.
A USB-C charger is not included
Workaround: Add a 100W USB-C PD charger if you want the full 85W passthrough charging behavior.
Amazon buyers report display flicker, intermittent disconnects, heat, and mixed power delivery results
Workaround: Use a capable charger, keep the hub in open air, update graphics drivers, and test with shorter HDMI or DisplayPort cables before blaming the hub.

Display Support

Max Displays: 2

1 display (Single 4K@60Hz through HDMI 2.0 or DisplayPort on a compatible USB-C DP Alt Mode host.)

3840x2160 @ 60Hz

2 displays (Amazon's listing states dual external displays up to 2K@60Hz with a DP 1.4 laptop, using HDMI and DisplayPort.)

2560x1440 @ 60Hz

2 displays (Amazon's listing states dual external displays up to 1080p@60Hz with a DP 1.2 laptop. On macOS, both external monitors show identical content rather than two independent extended desktops.)

1920x1080 @ 60Hz

Ports & Connectivity

USB Ports

1x USB-C 3.2

1x USB-A 3.2

2x USB-A 2.0

Video Outputs

1x HDMI 2.0 / 4K@60Hz / HDCP 2.2

1x DisplayPort 4K@60Hz

Network

1x Ethernet (1 Gbps)

Audio

1x 3.5mm combo

Card Readers

1x SD (UHS-I / up to 104 MB/s)

1x microSD (UHS-I)

Full Specifications

General
Manufacturer	Anker
Model	A8388
Release Date	2022-03
MSRP	$69.99
Connectivity
Host Connection	USB-C
Max Data Rate	10 Gbps
Driver Required	No (native)
Display Output
Max Displays	2
1x Display	3840x2160 @ 60Hz (Single 4K@60Hz through HDMI 2.0 or DisplayPort on a compatible USB-C DP Alt Mode host.)
2x Display	2560x1440 @ 60Hz (Amazon's listing states dual external displays up to 2K@60Hz with a DP 1.4 laptop, using HDMI and DisplayPort.)
2x Display	1920x1080 @ 60Hz (Amazon's listing states dual external displays up to 1080p@60Hz with a DP 1.2 laptop. On macOS, both external monitors show identical content rather than two independent extended desktops.)
Ports (6+ total)
USB-C 3.2	1x
USB-A 3.2	1x
USB-A 2.0	2x
HDMI 2.0 / 4K@60Hz / HDCP 2.2	1x
DisplayPort 4K@60Hz	1x
Ethernet (RJ45)	1x 1 Gbps
Audio (3.5mm-combo)	1x
SD Card Reader	1x
microSD Card Reader	1x
Power
Power Input	USB-C
Laptop Charging	Up to 85W

Compatibility

Windows (10+)

Best fit for independent dual-monitor use. Requires a USB-C, USB4, or Thunderbolt host port with DisplayPort Alt Mode and Power Delivery. Windows 10 and 11 are listed by Anker and Amazon.

macOS (12+)

Supported for hub functions and external display output, but Amazon states that both external monitors show identical content on macOS.

ChromeOS

Amazon lists ChromeOS compatibility when the host laptop has DisplayPort Alt Mode and Power Delivery.

Known Issues

Linux laptops

Not supported by Anker

MacBook dual-monitor extended desktop

External monitors mirror each other

USB-C ports without DisplayPort Alt Mode

No video output

USB peripherals that need bus charging from data ports

USB data ports do not charge devices

7.3 /10

Our Verdict

Very Good

The Anker 565 is a good middle ground if you want better port variety than a tiny travel adapter but do not need Thunderbolt bandwidth. It has the ports people actually ask for: HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, two fast 10Gbps data ports, card readers, audio, and passthrough charging. Macworld measured strong 10Gbps storage performance from the USB 3.2 ports and liked it as a compact Mac hub, though the review also called out the UHS-I card reader, non-charging USB data ports, and hard-to-read labels. For Windows users, the bigger caution is display bandwidth. One 4K@60Hz display is straightforward. Two displays depend on the host's DisplayPort version, and the official Amazon copy caps dual external output at 2K@60Hz on DP 1.4 laptops or 1080p@60Hz on DP 1.2 laptops. Amazon feedback is solid at 4.3 stars across more than 2,500 ratings, but the recurring complaints are worth taking seriously: intermittent display flicker, ports dropping connection, heat, and power delivery that may feel weak if you pair the hub with an undersized charger. Buy it for a Windows or Mac laptop when you need a portable 11-port USB-C hub with Ethernet and dual video outputs. Skip it if you need two independent external Mac displays, charging from the USB data ports, or a dock that can run high-resolution monitors and fast storage without bandwidth trade-offs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Anker 565 support two monitors?

Yes, the Anker 565 has one HDMI port and one DisplayPort. On Windows, Amazon says a DP 1.4 laptop can run two external displays at up to 2K@60Hz, while a DP 1.2 laptop is limited to 1080p@60Hz. On macOS, both external monitors show identical content instead of two independent extended desktops.

Can the Anker 565 charge my laptop?

Yes, if you connect a USB-C Power Delivery charger to the hub's PD input. The hub accepts up to 100W and can pass up to 85W to the laptop. Anker does not include the charger.

Is the Anker 565 a DisplayLink dock?

No. It does not use DisplayLink and does not require a display driver. It relies on USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode, which is why host compatibility and macOS display behavior matter.

What ports are on the Anker 565 USB-C Hub?

It includes a built-in USB-C host cable, USB-C PD input, one 10Gbps USB-C data port, one 10Gbps USB-A data port, two USB 2.0 ports, HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort, Gigabit Ethernet, SD, microSD, and a 3.5mm combo audio jack.

Does the Anker 565 work with Linux?

Anker's Amazon listing says the hub is not compatible with Linux. Some basic USB functions may work on individual systems, but Linux buyers should not treat it as a supported dock.