HyperDrive Next 11-Port USB-C Hub Review 2026

Name: HyperDrive Next 11-Port USB-C Hub
Brand: HyperDrive
SKU: HD4006GL

The HyperDrive Next 11-Port USB-C Hub is a small USB-C travel hub for a laptop that needs two HDMI outputs, fast USB ports, card readers, Ethernet, and audio without a separate desk dock. Model HD4006GL connects through USB-C and relies on DisplayPort Alt Mode for video. It has two HDMI outputs rated for 4K at 60Hz, two 10Gbps USB-C data ports, one 10Gbps USB-A port, one 5Gbps USB-A port, SD and microSD 4.0 readers rated at up to 312 MB/s, Gigabit Ethernet, a 3.5 mm headset jack, and a USB-C PD 3.1 input. HyperDrive says a compatible 140W charger can provide up to 125W to the host. The charger is separate. Windows PCs and Chromebooks with MST and DP 1.4 USB-C can use two extended 4K displays. Macs are limited to one external monitor through this hub because macOS does not support MST. At 97 g, the HD4006GL is light enough to live in a laptop bag, and its detachable host cable is easier to replace than a built-in lead. It is a practical all-in-one hub for a two-monitor Windows or Chromebook setup, but it is not a Thunderbolt dock and the dual-display headline does not apply to Macs.

Pros & Cons

What We Like

Two HDMI outputs support dual extended 4K at 60Hz on compatible Windows PCs and Chromebooks
Two USB-C and one USB-A data ports run at up to 10Gbps
SD and microSD 4.0 readers are rated for transfers up to 312 MB/s
Gigabit Ethernet and a 3.5 mm headset jack make the hub useful away from a desk
97 g aluminum and recycled-plastic enclosure is easy to carry
Detachable USB-C host cable is easier to replace than a captive cable

What Could Be Better

Mac computers are limited to one external display through this MST-based hub
Workaround: Choose a DisplayLink dock if you need multiple extended displays on a Mac, or use a Thunderbolt dock with a Mac that supports the required number of native displays.
A USB-C PD charger is required separately for laptop charging
Workaround: Use a USB-C PD 3.1 charger matched to the laptop's requirements. A 140W charger is needed to reach the hub's stated maximum input.
Dual 4K at 60Hz requires a DP 1.4 and MST-capable host
Workaround: Check the laptop manufacturer's USB-C display specification before buying. Reduce resolution or refresh rate if the host does not provide enough display bandwidth.
USB-C host bandwidth is lower than a true Thunderbolt dock
Workaround: Use a Thunderbolt dock for a fixed workstation that runs demanding storage and display workloads at the same time.

Display Support

Max Displays: 2

1 display (One HDMI display up to 4K at 60Hz with a compatible DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode host.)

3840x2160 @ 60Hz

2 displays (Two extended HDMI displays up to 4K at 60Hz on Windows PCs and Chromebooks with MST and DP 1.4 USB-C. macOS is limited to one external display through this hub.)

3840x2160 @ 60Hz

Ports & Connectivity

USB Ports

2x USB-C 3.2

1x USB-A 3.2

1x USB-A 3.0

Video Outputs

2x HDMI

Network

1x Ethernet (1 Gbps)

Audio

1x 3.5mm combo

Card Readers

1x SD (SD 4.0, up to 312 MB/s)

1x microSD (microSD 4.0, up to 312 MB/s)

Full Specifications

General
Manufacturer	HyperDrive
Model	HD4006GL
MSRP	$119.99
Connectivity
Host Connection	USB-C
Max Data Rate	10 Gbps
Driver Required	No (native)
Display Output
Max Displays	2
1x Display	3840x2160 @ 60Hz (One HDMI display up to 4K at 60Hz with a compatible DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode host.)
2x Display	3840x2160 @ 60Hz (Two extended HDMI displays up to 4K at 60Hz on Windows PCs and Chromebooks with MST and DP 1.4 USB-C. macOS is limited to one external display through this hub.)
Ports (6+ total)
USB-C 3.2	2x
USB-A 3.2	1x
USB-A 3.0	1x
HDMI	2x
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 125W

Compatibility

Windows

Dual extended display is available when the PC supports MST and DisplayPort 1.4 over USB-C.

macOS

Compatible for data, charging, and one external HDMI display. macOS does not support MST dual extended display through this hub.

ChromeOS

Dual extended display is available on compatible Chromebook hardware with MST and DisplayPort 1.4 over USB-C.

Known Issues

Mac computers needing two extended displays

Limited to one external display

USB-C laptops without DisplayPort Alt Mode

No HDMI video output

Laptops connected without a USB-C PD charger

No laptop charging through the hub

7.8 /10

Our Verdict

Very Good

The HyperDrive Next 11-Port gets the basics right for a portable dual-display hub. It has a useful mix of ports rather than a row of slow USB-A sockets, and the two 10Gbps USB-C ports are a real advantage for current portable SSDs and accessories. SD and microSD readers rated at 312 MB/s also make more sense here than the usual UHS-I readers. HyperDrive's $119.99 list price is reasonable for the port count, though you still need to bring a capable USB-C charger to use laptop charging. Amazon's US listing showed a 4.6 out of 5 rating from 147 global ratings during this review, while Best Buy listed 4.2 from 88 reviews. Those figures point to broadly positive ownership feedback, but they do not remove the normal USB-C caveats. One Best Buy customer reported weak pass-through charging, and Reddit posts describe occasional second-monitor detection or resolution problems. Treat the advertised dual 4K mode as a host-dependent Windows or Chromebook feature: it needs MST, DP 1.4, and compatible displays. Mac users get one external display, and a laptop without DP Alt Mode gets no HDMI video. If those limits match your laptop, this is one of the more complete compact hubs for travel or a shared desk. Buyers who need more than two displays, full Thunderbolt bandwidth, or an included power supply should look at a proper dock instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the HyperDrive Next 11-Port USB-C Hub support two 4K monitors?

It supports two extended HDMI monitors up to 4K at 60Hz on compatible Windows PCs and Chromebooks. The host USB-C port needs DP 1.4 and MST support. Macs are limited to one external display through this hub because macOS does not support MST.

How much charging can the HyperDrive Next 11-Port provide?

The hub has a USB-C PD 3.1 input rated at 140W. HyperDrive and Amazon state that a compatible 140W PD 3.1 charger can supply up to 125W to the connected laptop. The charger is not included.

Are the USB-C ports on this hub data ports?

Yes. The hub has two USB-C data ports rated at up to 10Gbps. Its separate USB-C PD 3.1 port is for connecting a charger.

Does it work with a MacBook?

Yes, HyperDrive lists Mac compatibility for data, charging, and a single external monitor. It is not the right choice if your MacBook setup needs two extended HDMI displays.

Does the hub include Ethernet and card readers?

Yes. It includes Gigabit Ethernet plus separate SD and microSD 4.0 readers that HyperDrive rates at up to 312 MB/s.