Our take
Choose the SY-HUB20134 when you want ports at the front of a desktop case and have a compatible drive bay and wiring route. The compromise is installation work: this is not a loose desktop splitter, and the exact current Amazon offer and charge-port rating are not verified.
A desktop builder with a free 3.5-inch or 5.25-inch bay and compatible motherboard and power connections..
It is not a practical option for a laptop, a case without a free compatible bay, or a buyer who needs a known charging current or a verified direct Amazon offer.
Pros & cons
What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.
What works in its favor
- Syba lists four USB 3.0 Type-A front data ports and keeps the separate shared charge port distinct.
- The design supports a 3.5-inch bay or a 5.25-inch bay with the included frame.
- The maker lists both a 20-pin-header cable route and a USB 3.0 port cable route.
What to weigh up
- Installation depends on a suitable desktop case bay and accessible motherboard wiring.
- The shared Apple fast-charging port has no stated current rating on the manufacturer page.
- The frozen IO Crest brand label differs from Syba and Connectland wording, and the historical Amazon page was unreadable.
The key details
| Model covered | SY-HUB20134 |
|---|---|
| Host connector | Header or USB 3.0 cable route; confirm exact wiring |
| USB 3.x data ports | 4 USB 3.0 data ports |
| Installation | 3.5-inch or 5.25-inch case bay |
| Hub power | SATA and Molex power connectors listed |
| Host charging | No USB-C PD host pass-through listed |
Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 8, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.
What the features mean for you
Front-bay access is the point
SY-HUB20134 is intended for a desktop case with a free front-panel bay. Its four Type-A USB 3.0 ports bring frequently used connections to the case front, and Syba lists installation in either a 3.5-inch bay or a 5.25-inch bay with the supplied mounting frame. That form factor makes it materially different from a small external hub that sits loose on a desk: it depends on a compatible case opening and internal wiring. Check the computer case, available bay, and motherboard connections before choosing it. The product is a complete USB hub, but its installation path suits a desktop build rather than a laptop or travel kit.
Four data ports and one charge port are separate
The manufacturer lists four USB 3.0 Type-A front ports and a separate shared Apple fast-charging port. Data transfer is specified up to 5Gbps for the USB 3.0 hub ports. The charging connection is described as shared and switchable between PC and fast-charging operation, so it should not be counted as another ordinary computer-facing data port. Syba does not state a current rating for that charging function on the product page. Do not compare it as if it were a modern high-wattage USB-C charger or assume a specific phone or tablet charge rate. The feature can help a fixed build that needs a front USB charging connection, provided the buyer checks the intended device and mode.
Check the internal connection route
The listing gives two USB 3.0 connection options: a 20-pin header cable and a USB port cable. Its rear connector list also includes SATA power, a USB 3.0 Type-B female port, and Molex power. The package includes a 19-pin-to-Type-B lead and a Type-A-to-Type-B cable. Those details make motherboard and power-supply compatibility a practical buying check. The product page says the computer needs a motherboard with a 19-pin USB 3.0 header or a USB 3.0 port and a free 3.5-inch bay. Confirm the physical cable route and available power connector before ordering.
The interface rating is not a measured result
Syba states USB 3.0 transfer up to 5Gbps and compatibility with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. That tells a buyer which general device generations the hub is designed to support, but it is not evidence that multiple connected devices each receive a separate 5Gbps channel. The source does not publish per-port power allocation, simultaneous throughput, or a measured result. It also lists Windows operating systems but does not give a current detailed matrix for macOS or Linux, so non-Windows users should confirm support rather than extrapolate. Connected devices share the upstream connection and available system power.
Keep the brand and old Amazon mapping visible
The frozen row's title and brand field use IO Crest, while the manufacturer page is published by Syba, names Syba as brand, and calls the device Connectland in its description. The exact SY-HUB20134 part number and matching port and mounting details give a strong model match, but the inconsistent label is kept explicit rather than flattened into a single unsupported brand story. The old Amazon ASIN was not readable, so this profile links to an exact-code search instead of asserting a current Amazon product page. It fits someone who wants front-bay USB expansion and has compatible desktop wiring. The source gives no verified exact charging amperage or current Amazon variant.
What else to compare
Before you buy
Does this provide five USB 3.0 data ports?
No. The maker lists four USB 3.0 data ports plus one separate shared charging port.
Will it work as a plug-in laptop hub?
No. The documented design mounts in a desktop case bay and uses internal or USB 3.0 cabling.
Which cable route will fit my motherboard?
Syba lists a 20-pin USB 3.0 header route and a USB 3.0 port route. Check your board and exact wiring before installation.
Where can I check the current price?
Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.
Sources & review basis
We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.
- Syba SY-HUB20134 manufacturer page ↗ — checked October 8, 2026.
- Syba SY-HUB20134 product, ports, connections, mounting, and package details ↗ — checked October 8, 2026.
The decision
Choose the SY-HUB20134 when you want ports at the front of a desktop case and have a compatible drive bay and wiring route. The compromise is installation work: this is not a loose desktop splitter, and the exact current Amazon offer and charge-port rating are not verified.
Is it the right fit?
Check the exact model and today’s offers on Amazon.