Will it run two 4K monitors at 60Hz?

No. A single display can run at 4K/60Hz; using both HDMI ports drops each to 4K/30Hz. Choose a Thunderbolt dock if you need dual 4K/60Hz.

Does it work with a MacBook?

Yes, but macOS mirrors the same image on both HDMI outputs, so treat it as a one-monitor dock on a Mac.

Does it charge my laptop?

It passes through up to 85W, but you supply your own 100W USB-C charger and cable.

Can I plug in a keyboard and mouse?

Yes — two USB-A 3.0 ports handle wired keyboards, mice or a unifying receiver.

Anker

Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB-C Dock review

Name: Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB-C Dock
Brand: Anker

One cable for two 4K screens, wired internet and every desk peripheral.

4.4Best for: Laptop desks with a permanent keyboard, mouse and monitor setup

Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB-C Dock in a home office setup

A compact USB-C dock that turns a single laptop port into dual HDMI outputs, gigabit Ethernet, two USB-A ports, an SD/microSD reader and up to 85W pass-through charging — the tidiest way to hang a keyboard, mouse and monitors off a laptop.

What we liked

One-cable docking for keyboard, mouse, monitors and power
Gigabit Ethernet is far steadier than Wi-Fi for meetings
85W pass-through charging keeps most laptops topped up
Compact, fanless aluminium body that hides behind a monitor
Excellent value versus Thunderbolt docks

What we didn't

Dual displays drop to 4K/30Hz
macOS mirrors both HDMI outputs instead of extending
No charger or USB-C cable in the box
Not supported on Linux

Specifications

Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB-C Dock specifications
Ports	8
Video out	2 x HDMI
Max resolution	4K/60Hz single, 4K/30Hz dual
Ethernet	1Gbps
Pass-through power	85W max
Card reader	SD + microSD
Warranty	18 months

Why it belongs on a home-office desk

If your keyboard and mouse live permanently on the desk but your laptop comes and goes, a dock is the missing piece. The Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 collapses monitors, wired peripherals, Ethernet and charging into one USB-C connector you plug in once a day.

Displays

Two HDMI ports drive a single screen at 4K/60Hz, or two screens at 4K/30Hz on Windows. On macOS both outputs mirror the same image, so Mac users should treat it as a single-display dock.

Ports and charging

Two USB-A 3.0 ports handle a keyboard and mouse receiver with room to spare, gigabit Ethernet beats Wi-Fi for calls, and the SD/microSD reader is handy if you shoot photos. Pass-through charging tops out at 85W, which needs a 100W wall charger and a USB-C to C cable — neither is included.

Verdict

At around $40 it is the cheapest way to make a laptop feel like a desktop. Buy a Thunderbolt dock if you need two genuinely independent 4K/60Hz screens; otherwise this does the job for a third of the price.

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Updated August 2026