Kensington SD1700P Review 2026 - Specs, Pros & Cons

Name: Kensington SD1700P USB-C Dual 4K Portable Mobile Dock with Qi Charging
Brand: Kensington
SKU: K32800WW

The Kensington SD1700P is a USB-C travel dock that tries to replace both a multiport adapter and a phone charging pad. Model K32800WW has two HDMI 2.0 ports, two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, one USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 data port, Gigabit Ethernet, a USB-C Power Delivery input, and an integrated Qi pad. Kensington rates the data ports at 10Gbps, the Qi pad at up to 10W, and laptop power pass-through at up to 100W when you connect an 85W or higher USB-C charger. It does not include that charger. The 11-inch braided host cable tucks into the body with magnets, which is useful when the dock goes in a bag. Kensington lists dual 4K at 60Hz over HDMI for compatible Windows hosts using HBR3 plus DSC. macOS, iPadOS, and Samsung DeX are limited to one 4K60 screen, with macOS able to mirror the two HDMI outputs. Amazon's US listing confirms ASIN B0BM926TQT and showed a 3.1-star average from four global ratings during research. Kensington listed the dock at $139.99.

USB-C travel dock with integrated Qi charging

Pros & Cons

What We Like

Integrated Qi surface can wirelessly charge a compatible phone at up to 10W
Two HDMI 2.0 ports can drive dual 4K@60Hz displays on a capable Windows host
Two USB-A and one USB-C data ports run at up to 10Gbps
100W USB-C Power Delivery pass-through can charge many laptops with a suitable adapter
Gigabit Ethernet adds reliable wired networking to a travel setup
Eleven-inch braided host cable magnetically stows in the dock
Three-year limited warranty is longer than many portable USB-C hubs

What Could Be Better

Dual extended 4K60 displays require a Windows host with HBR3 and DSC
Workaround: Check the laptop documentation for USB-C DisplayPort 1.4, HBR3, and DSC support. Use one 4K display if the host cannot supply enough video bandwidth.
macOS, iPadOS, and Samsung DeX are limited to one external display
Workaround: Choose a Thunderbolt dock for a Mac that supports multiple native displays, or a DisplayLink dock if software-driven extra displays suit your setup.
USB-C power adapter is sold separately
Workaround: Use an 85W or higher USB-C Power Delivery charger if you want simultaneous laptop charging, dock functions, and Qi charging.
Bus-powered mode makes you choose between Qi charging and dock operation
Workaround: Connect a USB-C charger to use the Qi pad and dock functions at the same time.
No card readers, audio jack, or DisplayPort outputs
Workaround: Use a separate reader or adapter, or choose a hub with the specific ports your workflow needs.
Small and mixed Amazon review pool gives limited long-term reliability evidence
Workaround: Buy from a seller with easy returns and test monitors, Ethernet, pass-through charging, and Qi charging during the return window.

Display Support

Max Displays: 2

1 display (One 4K@60Hz monitor through either HDMI 2.0 port on a compatible USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode host.)

3840x2160 @ 60Hz

2 displays (Windows can use dual 4K@60Hz through both HDMI ports when the host supports HBR3 with DSC 1.2. macOS can mirror the HDMI outputs but does not get two extended displays.)

3840x2160 @ 60Hz

Ports & Connectivity

USB Ports

2x USB-A 3.2 4.5W

1x USB-C 3.2 4.5W

1x USB-C 100W

Video Outputs

2x HDMI 2.0

Network

1x Ethernet (1 Gbps)

Full Specifications

General
Manufacturer	Kensington
Model	K32800WW
MSRP	$139.99
Connectivity
Host Connection	USB-C
Max Data Rate	10 Gbps
Driver Required	No (native)
Display Output
Max Displays	2
1x Display	3840x2160 @ 60Hz (One 4K@60Hz monitor through either HDMI 2.0 port on a compatible USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode host.)
2x Display	3840x2160 @ 60Hz (Windows can use dual 4K@60Hz through both HDMI ports when the host supports HBR3 with DSC 1.2. macOS can mirror the HDMI outputs but does not get two extended displays.)
Ports (6+ total)
USB-A 3.2	2x (4.5W)
USB-C 3.2	1x (4.5W)
USB-C	1x (100W)
HDMI 2.0	2x
Ethernet (RJ45)	1x 1 Gbps
Power
Power Input	USB-C
Laptop Charging	Up to 100W

Compatibility

Windows (10+)

Kensington lists Windows 10 or above. Dual 4K@60Hz needs a USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode host with HBR3 and DSC 1.2.

macOS (11+)

Kensington lists macOS 11 or above. It supports one external 4K@60Hz display, and dual HDMI output is mirrored rather than extended.

Android

Kensington lists Samsung DeX support. Samsung DeX is limited to one external display at up to 4K@60Hz, subject to the device.

Known Issues

USB-C ports without DisplayPort Alt Mode

No HDMI video output

Mac users who need two extended displays

Dual HDMI mirrors rather than extends on macOS

iPads and Samsung DeX devices expecting dual monitors

Single external display support

High-power laptops without a suitable USB-C charger

No included power adapter

6.5 /10

Our Verdict

Good

The SD1700P solves a specific hybrid-work problem well: one compact unit can supply desk ports, wired networking, two HDMI connections on a capable Windows laptop, and a charging spot for a phone. The Qi surface is the point of difference. With a USB-C charger connected, you can use the dock and charge a Qi-compatible phone at the same time. In bus-powered mode, Kensington says you must choose either docking or Qi charging with its toggle switch. That makes it more versatile than a typical hub, but it is not a substitute for a powered desktop dock. There are two important limits. First, this is a driverless DisplayPort Alt Mode dock, so a USB-C port without video output cannot feed its HDMI ports. Second, the dual-4K claim is Windows-specific and needs the right HBR3 plus DSC host. Mac users get one external 4K60 display, while the two HDMI outputs can mirror rather than extend. The same single-display limit applies to iPadOS and Samsung DeX. The 10Gbps USB ports and Gigabit Ethernet are useful for a small dock, but there are no card readers, audio jack, DisplayPort, or included charger. It is a sensible pick for a Windows laptop owner who wants a portable desk connection with wireless phone charging and two HDMI monitors. It is less convincing for frequent ultralight travel because independent reviewers found the roughly 11-ounce body heavy for a mobile hub. The small, mixed Amazon review pool is another reason to buy from a seller with an easy return process and test video, pass-through charging, Ethernet, and Qi charging right away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Kensington SD1700P support dual 4K monitors?

It can support two 4K@60Hz HDMI monitors on a compatible Windows USB-C host with HBR3 and DSC 1.2. Kensington limits macOS to one external 4K@60Hz display, with dual HDMI available in mirror mode only.

Does the SD1700P work with MacBooks?

Yes, Kensington lists macOS 11 or above, but the native USB-C design supports one external 4K@60Hz display on macOS. It is not a DisplayLink dock, so it cannot create extra extended displays through software.

Can the SD1700P charge a laptop and phone at the same time?

Yes, when you connect an 85W or higher USB-C PD charger to the dock. Kensington lists up to 100W laptop power pass-through and up to 10W Qi charging. In bus-powered mode, the toggle switch makes you choose between Qi charging and dock operation.

Does the Kensington SD1700P need drivers?

No. The SD1700P is a driverless USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode dock. The host USB-C port must provide native video output for the HDMI ports to work.

What ports are on the Kensington SD1700P?

It has a built-in USB-C host cable, two HDMI 2.0 ports, two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, one USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 data port, a USB-C power input, Gigabit Ethernet, and an integrated Qi charging surface.