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Anker PowerExpand Direct A83620A1 six-in-one iPad Pro hub

Direct-fit iPad Pro hub with one USB-A port, HDMI up to 4K60, card readers, audio, and 60W pass-through.. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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THE SHORT ANSWER

Our take

A83620A1 is a direct-fit media hub for specific iPad Pro generations, not a general USB-C laptop dock. Its precise fit boundaries and single USB-A port matter as much as the HDMI, card, audio, and charging connections.

Consider it for

Owners of Anker-listed 2018 or 2020 iPad Pro models who need a direct-fit card, display, audio, and USB-A adapter and have checked case clearance..

Look elsewhere if

iPad Air owners, 2021 12.9-inch iPad Pro users, buyers needing several USB-A ports, or anyone whose case blocks the direct connection.

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Pros & cons

What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.

What works in its favor

  • Amazon and Anker identify exact model A83620A1 and ASIN B082VRG55W.
  • One USB-A data port, HDMI, SD/microSD, audio, and PD pass-through are listed.
  • Anker gives specific supported and excluded iPad generations.

What to weigh up

  • Anker does not recommend use with iPad Air and lists a 2021 12.9-inch exclusion.
  • Cases other than Smart Keyboard may interfere with fit.
  • USB-C is charging-only and the hub has only one USB-A data port.
Specifications and exact model details

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredA83620A1
Host connectorUSB-C host plug for specified iPad Pro generations
USB 3.x data portsOne USB-A data port
InstallationDirect-attach iPad layout with one HDMI output, card readers, and audio
Hub powerUSB-C PD pass-through; full speed requires a power adapter supporting 15V
Host chargingAnker lists up to 60W pass-through; delivered host wattage is not separately stated

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 5, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

Full review: how the features affect your choice

What the features mean for you

Choose it for the listed iPad Pro connector set

A83620A1 is a compact iPad-focused hub with one USB-A data port, one HDMI output, SD and microSD readers, a 3.5mm audio jack, and USB-C pass-through charging. It suits a tablet workflow that imports cards, connects a single wired display, or uses one conventional USB accessory without carrying several adapters. It is not a generic desktop dock with multiple USB-A sockets, Ethernet, or multiple displays. The direct connection makes model and case fit central to the choice. Pick it for the documented iPad-oriented connector mix rather than the six-in-one count by itself.

Match the generation and case before ordering

Anker lists support for 11-inch iPad Pro generations from 2018 and 2020 and 12.9-inch models from 2018 and 2020. The same page says the hub is not recommended for iPad Air and explicitly lists the 2021 12.9-inch model as incompatible. Anker also warns that cases other than its Smart Keyboard can prevent a proper fit around the tablet's USB-C port. These are compatibility constraints, not cosmetic preferences. Check the exact tablet generation and case before using the direct connector; a later device with the same port shape should not be assumed compatible.

Set a realistic one-display and data workflow

Anker lists one HDMI connection up to 4K60 and one USB-A data port rated to 5Gbps. The display ceiling still depends on the tablet, cable, and monitor. The USB-A port is useful for one accessory or transfer path, but it does not expand to several sockets. Anker cautions that some 2.4GHz wireless devices and USB 3.0 devices may not work in every setup. If the job requires several displays or storage devices, this compact media adapter is not the evidence-backed choice. For the documented one-screen and card workflow, its generation-specific fit is the deciding feature.

Use the USB-C socket for pass-through charging only

Anker describes the USB-C socket as a pass-through charging input and lists up to 60W. It does not transfer data or video, so it cannot function as another USB-C data port or a display output. Anker says full-speed pass-through requires an adapter that supports 15V; the saved page does not say that a charger is included. Confirm the charger and cable meet that condition before relying on charging during a card transfer or display session. The six-port count includes the host and reader functions and does not mean every opening carries the same direction or role.

Follow the exact model and offer identity

Amazon's current item detail identifies A83620A1, part number and ASIN B082VRG55W, and Anker Japan independently names the gray model and its tablet fit. That evidence supports the tagged direct destination. Compare the exact suffix and finish rather than treating other A8362 family hubs as interchangeable. Before ordering, confirm the iPad generation, case, charging adapter, HDMI mode, and selected offer label. This profile summarizes manufacturer and item-detail specifications and does not claim hands-on testing, current price or stock, or a buyer-review synthesis.

Treat the six-in-one count as a role list

The device count includes the direct host connection and combined reader functions; it is not six interchangeable data outputs. The listed downstream data set has one USB-A port, and the USB-C socket carries charging rather than data or video. That matters when comparing the model with general-purpose USB-C docks that offer several data ports. Confirm the iPad generation and case first, then check whether HDMI, card access, audio, and one USB-A connection cover the planned tasks. Buyers who need more expansion should compare a hub built for a laptop or desktop rather than extending this tablet-specific design.

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Before you buy

Does A83620A1 fit iPad Air?

Anker says it is not recommended for iPad Air and lists specific iPad Pro generations instead.

Can the hub's USB-C port drive a display or transfer files?

No. Anker describes that socket as a charging input, not a data or video connection.

What HDMI mode does Anker list?

Anker lists up to 4K60, subject to the supported iPad generation, cable, and display.

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.

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