Plugable USB C to HDMI Adapter for Dual Monitors 4K 60Hz

This Plugable USB-C to HDMI adapter serves as a high-performance alternative to traditional docking stations for Windows and Chromebook users. Built with Multi-Stream Transport (MST) technology, it allows for two independent displays without the need for DisplayLink drivers or external power bricks. While many hubs compromise on refresh rates, this unit supports dual 4K 60Hz output when paired with a host device supporting DisplayPort 1.4 and Display Stream Compression (DSC). For older laptops with DP 1.2, the adapter automatically scales to provide stable dual 1080p 60Hz signals. It is essential to verify that your laptop port is labeled with a Thunderbolt, USB4, or a DP logo, as standard data-only USB-C ports cannot transmit video signals. For Mac and iPad users, please note that Apple devices utilize Single-Stream Transport (SST), which results in the second monitor mirroring the first. This is a hardware limitation of the OS, not the adapter.

Setup is straightforward: connect the integrated 17cm cable to your laptop, then use HDMI 2.0 or higher cables to connect your monitors. If your screen does not appear immediately, navigate to your OS Display Settings to ensure "Extend these displays" is selected. This adapter supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP), ensuring compatibility with encrypted streaming services. It is ideal for office multitasking, financial spreadsheets, and hybrid work environments where a portable, reliable dual-monitor setup is required. The bus-powered design draws minimal energy from your laptop, maintaining efficiency for travelers. By tapping into native GPU capabilities, the USBC-MSTH2 avoids the CPU overhead often associated with driver-based video solutions, providing a smoother experience for video conferencing and 4K media playback.

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Dual Display the Easy Way

You have two 4K HDMI screens and one USB-C port. It’d be nice to find an easy way to combine them with a cost effective docking station alternative. Now the Plugable USB-C Dual 4K HDMI MST Display Adapter (USBC-MSTH2) has you covered.

Compatible with Windows and Chrome computers with USB-C DP 1.4 support—so most modern laptops—a single USB-C port can be used to extend your display across two 4K screens at 60Hz with this adapter for monitor to usb. Designed around Multi-Stream Transport (MST), the display uses Alt Mode graphics and an MST chip to drive two independent displays natively from the host laptop—no driver installation required. And with HDCP support—something a lot of video adapters don’t have—you can play copy-protected media through streaming services like Netflix and Hulu.

With a form factor smaller than a full docking station, you can easily slip this adapter in your bag for use in between your home, office, or other workspace.

A couple of things to note about this USB C HDMI adapter. If your computer only supports DP 1.2, you can enjoy all the same benefits, but at a resolution of 1080p 60Hz across both displays.

Mac doesn’t support MST—the underlying technology driving the dual HDMI adapter for 2 monitors, so while you can use the USBC-MSTH2 with an Apple device, you can only extend to one 4k monitor, the second external monitor will be mirrored.

Dual 4K 60Hz

Extend to two displays at up to 4K 60Hz through a single USB-C port with this Type C to HDMI adapter.

Plug and Play

This USB-C to HDMI adapter taps into your host computer’s native graphics capabilities — no drivers or software to download.

Travel Ready

Small and sturdy with an integrated 6.75” (17cm) cable, this USBC to HDMI adapter

is ready to travel to and from the hybrid office.

Compatibility

Connector for two monitors is compatible with Windows 10, 11+, ChromeOS 100+ hosts with USB-C, Thunderbolt or USB4 and DisplayPort Alt Mode support. Not recommended for Mac