Xiaomi has quietly launched its previously crowdfunded 10-in-1 Type-C expansion dock in China. The peripheral is now officially on sale through JD.com and carries a price tag of just 199 yuan (~ $28).
Xiaomi 10-in-1 Docking Station Specs
The docking station features an aluminum alloy shell and an integrated cable storage slot for a slightly more organized setup. It connects via a single Type-C interface and offers 10 different ports. This includes one Type-C port, three USB-A ports, an HDMI output, a Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) port, a 3.5mm audio jack, and slots for SD and TF cards.
The three USB-A ports and the additional Type-C port all support the USB 3.0 standard, with a combined theoretical data transfer rate of up to 5 Gbps. Xiaomi claims users can transfer a 1GB file in about three seconds, although real-world performance will depend on factors like device compatibility and cable quality.
The dock’s Type-C port also supports PD100W fast charging. This means it can deliver up to 90W charging power for laptops. The HDMI output is capable of 4K video at 60Hz, and the Gigabit Ethernet port is designed to adapt to network speeds of 1000Mbps, 100Mbps, and 10Mbps.
In terms of software support, the dock works with Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android, and offers plug-and-play functionality without requiring extra drivers.
The docking station also supports hot-swapping, which means you can replace or add a device to it while it is plugged in.
Xiaomi, however, recommends users check if their device’s Type-C port is a full-function port. Otherwise, devices with a more limited Type-C implementation may only be able to access partial functionality.
For the price, Xiaomi’s 10-in-1 docking station provides a reasonable balance of utility and cost-effectiveness. However, it is likely to be limited to the Chinese market.
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