Our take
The Anker 553 A8380 is a versatile USB-C desk hub when two displays, wired networking, card access and a pair of USB-A data ports matter. Check the laptop's DP Alt Mode and display behavior first; Anker's published mode ceilings are not fully consistent.
A USB-C laptop owner who needs display, wired network, card access and two USB-A data connections, after checking DP Alt Mode and the laptop-specific monitor mode..
It is not a fit for a host without USB-C Power Delivery and DisplayPort Alt Mode, a setup that needs more than two USB-A data ports, or a buyer who needs verified USB-C data output or a guaranteed 100W at the laptop.
Pros & cons
What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.
What works in its favor
- Anker identifies A8380 and lists dual HDMI, two USB-A data ports, Gigabit Ethernet and SD/microSD readers.
- The support page lists USB-A and Ethernet interface rates and the product page describes up to 85W host pass-through.
- The manufacturer documents OS and host-dependent monitor behavior.
What to weigh up
- The wall charger is not included.
- Official sections give different PD input and display ceilings.
- The structured A83800A1 code and historical Amazon ASIN are not mapped to A8380 by the inspected manufacturer page.
Specifications and exact model details
The key details
| Model covered | A8380 |
|---|---|
| Host connector | USB-C host; host must support Power Delivery and DisplayPort Alt Mode |
| USB 3.x data ports | Two USB-A data ports, listed up to 5Gbps |
| Installation | Compact cabled hub; wall charger is not included |
| Hub power | USB-C PD input; Anker's 100W-input and 85W-input descriptions conflict |
| Host charging | Up to 85W pass-through to the host is claimed with a separate 100W charger and cable |
Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 4, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.
Full review: how the features affect your choice
What the features mean for you
Count the actual data ports
Anker's 553 combines two USB-A data ports with dual HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, SD and microSD readers, and a USB-C PD connection. That mix can reduce adapters on a laptop desk where screen output, wired networking and card access are all useful. It does not provide a large bank of USB-A sockets, and the USB-C connection is documented as the PD input rather than a general USB-C data output. Match the port roles to the devices you actually use; the eight-in-one label is not an invitation to assume every connection is a peripheral data port. The support record identifies the hub as A8380, but the separate structured code A83800A1 has no saved crosswalk to that name.
Resolve the display mode for your host
Anker's page summary describes two displays at 1080p/60Hz or one at 4K/30Hz. Its FAQ gives more conditional limits: one screen can reach 4K/60Hz on a DP 1.4 host, while DP 1.2 is listed at 4K/30Hz; dual screens are listed up to 4K/30Hz on DP 1.4 and 1080p/60Hz on DP 1.2. The support table also labels 4K/60Hz per HDMI port and dual 4K/30Hz maximum. These official descriptions are not fully aligned, so confirm the needed mode with Anker and the laptop model before buying. Anker says macOS and iPadOS mirror across two screens while Windows supports SST and MST; an extended desktop should not be assumed on every system.
Budget for a separate charger
The product page says up to 100W enters the hub and 15W is used for hub operation, leaving up to 85W for pass-through. Anker recommends a 100W PD charger and USB-C-to-C cable, neither of which is included. The support specification separately lists an 85W maximum PD input, so the input descriptions conflict. The 85W host figure is a manufacturer claim with a 100W charger, not a measured result or a guarantee for every load. Compare it with the computer's adapter requirement and check what the exact offer includes. The FAQ also calls out limits for charging phones and tablets with their original charger, so the hub should not be treated as a universal fast charger.
Use the network and card ports for everyday tasks
The support specification rates the two USB-A data ports up to 5Gbps and the Ethernet connection at 1Gbps; the product page lists SD and microSD readers using UHS-I. These interface descriptions suit ordinary peripheral expansion, wired networking and moving files from standard cards. They are not measured transfer or network results. Several active devices share the hub's upstream connection, the network path constrains Ethernet, and card performance depends on the media. If your primary storage device has a USB-C plug, note that the documented USB-C connection is for PD input; the saved port list does not identify a downstream USB-C data socket.
Check the laptop connector's capabilities
Anker requires a USB-C host port with both Power Delivery and DisplayPort Alt Mode. A USB-C-shaped port alone does not establish either feature. Video also depends on the host's DisplayPort version and operating-system mode, so identify the exact laptop and intended display arrangement before relying on the hub. The manufacturer lists example MacBook, XPS and Pixelbook generations and names some incompatible devices, but that list is not a promise of support for every current computer. Check the actual laptop specifications and cable arrangement rather than extrapolating from a similar model name.
Separate the product name from the exact offer
Anker calls the product 553 and identifies A8380 on its official page. The saved historical row also contains structured code A83800A1 and ASIN B0874M3KW4, but neither is crosswalked on the inspected Anker page; the historical Amazon page was a cache miss. That evidence supports an exact-model search destination rather than a direct Amazon product link. Compare A8380 and the physical port layout on the current result, including the two HDMI outputs, Ethernet and card slots. If the seller listing uses a different suffix or changes the included charger, recheck the offer before ordering. This profile uses manufacturer text and does not claim a personal test or current inventory.
Who may shortlist the 553
This hub may suit a USB-C laptop desk that needs two screens, Ethernet, card readers and two USB-A peripherals. It is less suitable when the host cannot provide DP Alt Mode, when three or more USB-A data ports are essential, or when a verified independent-desktop mode is required. The charger is a separate purchase for the maximum pass-through claim. Confirm the laptop, monitor mode and A8380 identity in the tagged model search. The exact structured-code and historical-ASIN relationships remain open, so this review does not present B0874M3KW4 as a current exact offer.
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Before you buy
Which model does Anker call the 553?
Anker identifies the 553 as model A8380.
How much power does Anker say reaches the host?
The product page claims up to 85W with a separate 100W charger and cable; the input wording conflicts with the support specification.
Do two monitors extend independently on macOS?
Anker says macOS and iPadOS mirror across two displays.
Where can I check the current price?
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Sources and review basis
Sources & review basis
We use the linked product documentation for the features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.
- Anker 553/A8380 official product page ↗ — checked October 4, 2026.
- Anker 553/A8380 official product page ↗ — checked October 4, 2026.
- Anker support specification ↗ — checked October 4, 2026.
- Historical Amazon B0874M3KW4; cache miss, not an exact current-offer proof ↗Paid link · We may earn a commission. — checked October 4, 2026.
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